Sr. Packaging Specialist

Hiring for Sr. Packaging Specialist in San Diego, CA (Onsite)

Job Title: Sr. Packaging Specialist

Location: San Diego, CA (Onsite)

Duration: 3 Months (Temp-to-Hire Potential)

Shift: Mon–Fri, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Role Summary

Senior Packaging Specialist responsible for leading clinical trial packaging operations, ensuring quality, compliance, and accurate labeling in a cGMP environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end packaging operations (pre-line to post-line)
• Review electronic batch records (EBR)
• Manage label control (printing, inspection, blinding forms)
• Oversee production schedules and room activities
• Train team members (OJT) and support production staff
• Handle fast turnaround production timelines
• Support investigations (deviations, complaints)

Packaging & Inspection

• Perform blister, bottle, pouch, vial/syringe inspection
• Check for defects (seal integrity, print issues, missing components)
• Handle look-alike products with strict compliance
• Conduct manual/automated labeling with 100% accountability

Manufacturing Support

• Capsule filling, de-inking, tablet handling
• Assembly and barcode-based operations
• Cold storage packaging handling

Cleaning & Compliance

• Clean equipment and production rooms per SOPs
• Maintain cleaning logs and product-contact parts
• Follow strict GMP and safety standards

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
• 6+ years in cGMP/pharma/clinical packaging
• 4+ years packaging equipment experience (blistering, bottling, etc.)