3rd Shift - Packaging Specialist - Allegan - $21/hr

At Perrigo, we are driven by our mission to Makes Lives Better Through Trusted Health and Wellness Solutions, Accessible to All. We are proud to be a Top 10 player in the European Consumer Self-Care market and the largest U.S. store brand provider of over the counter and infant formula. Dedicated to providing The Best Self-Care for Everyone, we are the people behind the brands you trust. We are Opill®, Compeed®, Solpadeine®, NiQuitin®, ACO®, and many more. We Are Perrigo. We are committed to enhancing the wellbeing of our colleagues and consumers alike. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive, collaborative culture where each person can experience a sense of belonging.

Join us on our One Perrigo journey as we evolve to win in self-care.

Description Overview

Perrigo is seeking motivated Packaging Specialists to join our 3rd shift team. If you enjoy hands‑on work, take pride in quality, and want to be part of a company that helps people feel better every day, this is a great opportunity to build a long‑term career.

No manufacturing experience? No problem — we provide full training.

Why You’ll Love Working at Perrigo

• A stable, well‑established company with opportunities to grow

• A team‑oriented, fast‑paced environment where your work truly matters

• Competitive pay with overtime opportunities

• All training and required PPE provided

• A chance to build valuable technical and mechanical skills

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What You Can Expect

As a Packaging Specialist, you’ll support the production of over‑the‑counter (OTC) pharmaceutical products by:

• Following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), manufacturing orders, and cleaning checklists in compliance with cGMP regulations

• Operating computer‑controlled equipment using an Operator Interface Terminal (OIT)

• Performing in‑process testing, visual inspections, and documenting results accurately

• Handling materials using pallet jacks and performing basic utility tasks

• Cleaning and preparing equipment and packaging lines using manual and automated processes

• Completing minor equipment servicing, including disassembly, reassembly, and setup

This role requires working around potential allergens, including: Omeprazole, Esomeprazole, Lansoprazole, Pantoprazole, Rabeprazole, Famotidine, Loratadine, Guaifenesin, Ibuprofen, Naproxen, Nicotine, and Natural Flavorings

Experience Required

Training is provided — we just need your willingness to learn.

• High School Diploma or GED

• Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions

• Basic math, reading, and computer skills

• Strong attention to detail and reliable work habits

• Ability to work 40 hours per week with overtime as needed

• Ability to train on various shifts

• Successful completion of a background check and drug screen

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent attendance and work history

• Strong mechanical aptitude

• 6 months–1 year of direct manufacturing experience

• 1–2 years of general manufacturing experience

• 3–4 years of non‑manufacturing work experience

Physical Requirements:

• Frequently: stand, walk, lift up to 50 lbs., climb ladders, bend, squat, kneel, twist, grasp, and move boxes

• Occasionally: push/pull up to 880 lbs. with skid jacks, reach overhead

• Rarely: lift up to 25 lbs. above shoulders

Benefits
We believe our people are our greatest asset. Alongside competitive compensation, we offer benefits tailored to supporting you and your family, as well as career development opportunities to ensure you feel valued and supported, both professionally and personally.

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