2nd Shift - Packaging Operator
Akorn 2

Decatur, Illinois

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Packaging Operators will work in a fast paced environment and are responsible for ensuring our products are packaged according to company quality standards in a safe and efficient manner. This is a 2nd shift opening working Monday through Friday plus overtime including weekends as needed.

  • Inspection of finished products. Certification must be completed.
  • Ability to inspect/operate/pack and complete necessary documentation.
  • Requires inspection training and certification, recertified yearly.
  • Ability to count accurately.
  • Able to maintain a set line pace and/or work independently efficiently.
  • Requires prolonged sitting and or standing.
  • Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate packaging equipment.
  • Requires eyesight correctable to 20/20 to read numbers and inspect product.
  • Follow establishes SOP’s
  • May require lifting of trays of products.
  • May require overtime.
  • Destruction of filling or inspection rejects and media filled product.
  • Able to follow directions thoroughly and efficiently.
  • Practice general safety guidelines.


Qualifications
  • High school diploma or GED required.


Company Overview
Who we are?

Aside from being a pharmaceutical industry leader with deep roots in the eye care community, Akorn has proven through the years, to be a company of clear vision. A vision of what it takes to continually develop and evolve in order sustain our mission, which is to improve patients' lives through the quality, availability and affordability of our products. Along with developing and manufacturing branded and generic ophthalmics, Akorn manufactures injectable, oral liquid, optic, topical, inhalant, and animal health products. To learn more please visit our website at www.Akorn.com .

Why choose us?

Akorn employees are modern day superheroes! That might sound like an exaggeration; however, when you think of it, superheroes help those in need. That is exactly what we do here at Akorn. If you choose to work with us, you are not choosing to work an ordinary job. You are choosing to make an impact in this world. You are choosing to have a career with purpose. If you are seeking a rewarding opportunity where you can make a difference for others, then put on your cape and join the team!!

What do we offer?
  • Competitive pay
  • Growth and development opportunities
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • 3 weeks PTO + Personal Days
  • 9 company holidays
  • 401K match
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Benefit Options
  • 100% Paid Maternity Leave
  • Fast paced, family-oriented work environment
  • Wellness Program
  • Inclusive and diverse culture
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts


EEO Statement
Akorn, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.


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