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QPS

Packer

Philadelphia, PA

$16.90/hr

Pharmaceutical Packer $16.90 per hour Day, Night 7:00am-7:00pm; 7:00pm-7:00am (Mon-Wed) Looking for summer work? Let QPS help! QPS is looking for 20 Packers for a 30-day assignment on multiple shifts!

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HTSS Inc

Packer

Allentown, PA

$18/hr

Pharmaceutical Packers â€" Allentown! HTSS is looking for reliable packers to join a growing team! Sundayâ€"Thursday | 11:00 PM â€" 7:00 AM $18/hr We’re looking for: - Strong ...

Nipro Corporation

Inspector Packer

Westport, IN · On-site

$14.75 - $17.50/hr

Inspector Packer About the role: We are looking for an Inspector Packer who is hardworking, hands ... pharmaceutical packaging worldwide. How you will contribute: * Pull samples for hourly audit per ...

TekWissen LLC

Packer

Norcross, GA · On-site

$15 - $17/hr

... pharmaceutical services under their industry-leading brands. Position:      Packer ... Location:      Norcross, GA - 30071 Duration:      6 Months - Possible to ...

The Challenge Printing Co

Carton Feeder\Packer

Sanford, NC · On-site

$13.50 - $15.50/hr

... the pharmaceutical industry. * Possess the physical dexterity to continuously pack handfuls of ... Knowledge of the Feeder/Packer responsibility. * Operate folding equipment to meet both quality and ...

The Challenge Printing Co

Carton Feeder\Packer

Sanford, NC · On-site

$13.50 - $16/hr

... the pharmaceutical industry. * Possess the physical dexterity to continuously pack handfuls of ... Knowledge of the Feeder/Packer responsibility. * Operate folding equipment to meet both quality and ...

HTSS Inc

Packer

Bethlehem, PA

$16/hr

Bus route accessible Job Overview HTSS is currently hiring Packers for a pharmaceutical company located in Bethlehem. This is a temp-to-hire opportunity with consistent weekday hours and an ...

Reese Pharmaceutical

Packer/Assembler

Cleveland, OH

$14 - $16.75/hr

Packer/Assembler Reports to: Production Supervisor Department: Frank Ave or E.40th FLSA: Non-exempt ... We supply the pharmaceutical industry, and ultimately, the consuming public, with high quality ...

Nemera

Packer

Buffalo Grove, IL

$15.25 - $18.50/hr

The Packer is responsible for the packaging of molded and/or assembled components per company and ... pharmaceutical, biotechnology, & generics industries. With locations worldwide, some of our ...

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How much do pharmaceutical packer jobs pay per hour?

As of May 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for pharmaceutical packer in the United States is $16.11, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $17.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Pharmaceutical Packer is responsible for packaging medications and related products in a manufacturing or warehouse setting. Their duties include inspecting products for quality, labeling containers, sealing packages, and following strict safety and hygiene regulations. They ensure that pharmaceutical products are packaged correctly to maintain quality and compliance with industry standards. This role requires attention to detail, manual dexterity, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Pharmaceutical Packer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Pharmaceutical Packer, you need strong attention to detail, manual dexterity, and basic literacy, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with packaging machinery, barcode scanners, and following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) is typically required. Reliability, teamwork, and a commitment to quality are valuable soft skills in this role. These attributes are critical for maintaining product safety, meeting production targets, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Pharmaceutical Packer?

As a Pharmaceutical Packer, your typical day involves assembling and labeling medication packages, inspecting products for quality, and ensuring accurate counts and documentation. You will also operate or assist with packaging machinery and maintain a clean, organized workspace to adhere to strict safety standards. Working closely with supervisors and quality control teams is common, as is communicating with coworkers to meet production targets. This role is hands-on and detail-oriented, requiring focus and consistency to ensure medicines are packaged safely and correctly for distribution.
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Philadelphia, PA

$16.90/hr

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Pharmaceutical Packer

$16.90 per hour

Day, Night

7:00am-7:00pm; 7:00pm-7:00am (Mon-Wed) Looking for summer work? Let QPS help! QPS is looking for 20 Packers for a 30-day assignment on multiple shifts! We have immediate starts! Apply today and potentially start work Monday!

Pharmaceutical Packer Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To:
  • Manually load capsules or tablets into pre-formed blister sheets, a foil backing sheet is then laid over top of the blister sheet which contains the medication and is put through a heat seal press which seals the foil to the blister sheet and cuts blister strips to whatever configuration the specific job calls for
  • Insert blister strip into a pre-printed blister card, the card is folded over and put thorough a heat-sealing press which seals the blister strip into a cardboard card
  • The bottle then has a label affixed to it and is typically either manually packed into a carton or the bottle itself is manually packed into a pre-printed shipper for delivery to the customer
  • Employees are rotated every 2 hours to a sitting and standing position, alternating job functions
  • Support operation of a Multivac machine, bivane machines or a bottling or pouching line
Pharmaceutical Packer Requirements:

Bending, twisting, sitting, walking, standing frequently up to 12 hours per day These types of job duties entail bending at the waist to reach the conveyor belt, set at a height of 33" from the floor, a reach of 13" form the employee's center of gravity to the center of the belt, bending to the floor to retrieve product dropped on the floor, performing sweeping duties, reaching to the top of the pallet (height form floor to top of pallet). Able to list up to 30-50lbs with a team lift. High school diploma or GED. Speak, read and comprehend English. Strong knowledge of manufacturing cGMP process. Knowledge of manufacturing warehouse safety regulations.

IND147 QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the United States. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment. Hiring immediately! Why Work with QPS? Access to sought-after positions with leading employers Dedicated placement specialists who will guide you through every step of the job search process Best of all, our job matching and resume assistance services are 100% free to job seekers and we will never ask you to pay a fee! Please note that QPS Employment Group may use a virtual recruiting assistant to help screen and schedule candidates efficiently. All information collected through this process is used solely for employment purposes and is handled securely in accordance with our privacy policy. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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