About The Job

Opella, the Consumer Healthcare business unit of Sanofi, is the purest and third-largest player globally in the Over-The-Counter (OTC) & Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements (VMS) market. 

We have an unshakable belief in the power of self-care and the role it can play in creating a healthier society and a healthier planet. That’s why we want to make self-care as simple as it should be by being consumer-led always, with science at our core. Through our unique and balanced portfolio of more than 100 loved brands, including 15 global and local high-growth challengers such as Allegra, Dulcolax and Buscopan, we deliver our mission: helping more than half a billion consumers worldwide take their health in their hands. 

We deliver consumer-inspired, science-based products and solutions to our consumers worldwide, thanks to the flawless planning and meticulous eye for detail of our Manufacturing & Supply teams. Your job, as Packaging Technician will be to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of diverse packaging machinery, from slat fillers to thermoformers and cappers. You'll be responsible for the equipment's set-up, cleaning, and maintenance, playing a vital part in our production process.

This mission is brought to life by an 11,000-strong team, 13 best-in-class manufacturing sites, and 4 specialized science and innovation development centers.

We are also proud to be the first major fast-moving consumer healthcare company to achieve B Corp certification. Join us on our mission. Health. In your hands.

This is a 1st shift position. Monday - Friday 6:30am - 3:00pm

Main Responsibilities:

• Use tools to efficiently disassemble and reassemble machinery as needed.

• Prepare packaging lines for various products, ensuring components and equipment are set up correctly.

• Provide packaging supplies and bulk products as required to maintain smooth operations.

• Monitor product quality and reject any materials or packages not meeting FDA-cGMP standards.

• Document and maintain proper fill levels according to product specifications.

• Operate packaging lines following Set-Up Sheets, SPIs (Standard Packaging Instructions), SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures), and other procedures.

• Ensure a safe work environment, report any hazards, and continuously develop your skills to comply with FDA (Food and Drug Administration) and cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practices) requirements.

About You

• Education & Experience: You must have a High School Diploma or GED, along with at least one year of manufacturing experience, including operating high-speed packaging or assembly equipment.

• Technical Competencies: You should be proficient in operating various packaging machinery and tools, including electric and manual lift trucks, tape machines, and equipment like fillers, cappers, labelers, and bundlers.

• Physical Ability: You must be capable of lifting 25-60 pounds, standing or walking for extended periods, and demonstrating exceptional coordination, manual dexterity, and mechanical aptitude.

• Special Requirements: You are required to comply with dress code regulations, be willing to undergo necessary training, and work in conditions with exposure to product, dust, grease, and packing machinery hazards.

• Pre-employment Testing: You need to complete the required pre-employment testing.

• Desired Qualifications: Additional qualifications such as Lean Six Sigma Certification, previous pharmaceutical experience, and familiarity with Production Automation Systems like SAP are desirable.

Why Choose Us?

• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.

• Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.

• Take good care of yourself and your family with benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs with 3 weeks paid vacation and at least 14 weeks of gender-neutral parental leave.

• Enjoy a well-crafted rewards package with competitive pay that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.

• Receive a generous sign-on bonus to welcome you aboard.

• Take advantage of our robust 401k program and tuition reimbursement to further your future, education and career.

Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.

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