Job Title: 2nd Shift Packaging Technician – Vaccine Manufacturing | cGMP | Athens, GA | 6-Month Contract
Location: Athens, GA (On-Site)
Shift: 2nd Shift – 2 30 pm to 11 pm
Schedule: 40 hours per week
Contract: 6 Months
Company: Sigma Systems
Sigma Systems is currently seeking a Packaging Technician to join our team in Athens. This role supports vaccine packaging operations and involves operating packaging equipment, labeling, inspection, and ensuring compliance with cGMP and quality standards.
The ideal candidate will have manufacturing or pharmaceutical packaging experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to operate packaging machinery in a regulated production environment.
Perform labeling, inspection, and packaging of vaccine products in accordance with established procedures.
Operate packaging equipment including labelers, pick-and-place systems, heat tunnels, vision systems, and forklifts.
Ensure packaging lines achieve target production rates and quality standards.
Inspect products to ensure compliance with quality and regulatory guidelines.
Perform equipment setup, changeovers, and initial troubleshooting for packaging machinery.
Maintain accurate cGMP documentation and batch records.
Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Prepare QA line clearances and ensure proper documentation.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized production environment.
Collaborate with production teams to meet daily production targets.
Participate in daily performance reviews and process monitoring.
Complete batch tickets and production documentation.
Identify and report safety issues or process deviations.
Communicate production progress and operational needs to the Shift Line Leader or Supervisor.
Escalate process issues or equipment concerns promptly.
Coordinate with cross-functional teams to maintain efficient workflow and production output.
High School Diploma or GED required
2–3 years of manufacturing or production experience
Strong attention to detail and quality-focused mindset
Basic math and computer skills
Experience with equipment operation and troubleshooting
Ability to lift up to 35 lbs
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Associate degree or equivalent experience
5+ years of manufacturing or packaging experience
Forklift certification
Experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or regulated manufacturing environments
Manufacturing environment supporting vaccine production and packaging
Must follow safety policies, HSE guidelines, and cGMP compliance requirements
Ability to work 10-hour shifts on 2nd shift schedule