Packaging/Labeling Room Lead (1st, 2nd, & 3rd Shifts Available)

Allentown, PAFull-time$23+/hrPosted Jul 23, 2026

Work Schedule

First Shift (Days)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Cold Room/Freezers -22degreesF/-6degrees C, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Standing for full shift, Will work with hazardous/toxic materials

Job Description

Job Title: Packaging/Labeling Room Lead

Shifts:

First Shift: 6:15am-2:45pm

Second Shift: 3pm-11pm

Third Shift: 11pm-7:30am

Pay:

$23+/hr depending on experience

(10% Shift Differential for 2nd Shift, 15% Shift Differential for 3rd Shift)

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

DESCRIPTION:
Join our collaborative team as a Lead Packaging/Labeling Technician at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where you'll manage pharmaceutical packaging operations while contributing to global healthcare. You'll provide leadership for packaging operations, ensuring compliance with GMP standards while coordinating teams to deliver high-quality products that support healthcare advancement. In this role, you'll manage room operations, support team members, and implement continuous improvement initiatives while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.
 

REQUIREMENTS:

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience

Required:

  • Minimum of 4 years of experience in manufacturing, operations, production, lab, or a related environment

Preferred:

  • Preferred Fields of Study: Science, engineering or related technical field

  • Leadership experience preferred with ability to train, mentor and guide team members

  • Strong knowledge of cGMP, SOPs, and quality systems

  • Excellent attention to detail and documentation skills

  • Proficiency with computers and manufacturing systems (SAP, etc.)

  • Strong mathematical skills for calculations, measurements, and reconciliation

  • Experience in a cGMP-regulated environment

  • Experience working in a cleanroom environment

  • Experience with labeling and/or packaging operations in a pharmaceutical or clinical supply setting

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

  • Solid understanding of cGMP requirements, GDP (Good Documentation Practices), and quality systems

  • Ability to follow detailed instructions, execute batch records, and maintain accurate documentation with a high degree of accuracy

  • Proficiency in operating and troubleshooting packaging/labeling equipment

  • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

  • Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team

  • Basic computer proficiency (e.g., MS Office, electronic batch systems, ERP systems)

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

  • Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive motions

  • Ability to lift, push, and pull materials up to 40 lbs with or without accommodation

  • Work performed in a controlled manufacturing and/or cleanroom environment requiring appropriate gowning and adherence to safety and quality procedures

  • May require shift work, overtime, or weekend support based on business needs

What We Offer

Compensation

  • Competitive Pay

  • Performance Related Bonus where eligible

  • Annual merit performance-based increase

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits

  • Paid Time Off / Annual Leave

  • Employee Referral Bonus

  • Career Advancement Opportunities

  • 401(k) with company match (if applicable)

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