Teva Pharmaceuticals Posted June 3, 2026

Packaging Mechanic 3rd Shift - 10:45 pm -7 am (Union)

Edison, New Jersey, United States Type not listed
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About this opportunity

We Are Teva

We’re Teva, a leading innovative biopharmaceutical company, enabled by a world-class generics business. Whether it’s innovating in the fields of neuroscience and immunology or delivering high-quality medicine worldwide, we’re dedicated to addressing patients’ needs now and in the future. Here, you will be part of a high-performing, inclusive culture that values fresh thinking and collaboration. You'll have the room to grow, the flexibility to balance life with work, and the opportunity to better health worldwide, together.

Our Team, Your Impact

The Packaging Setup Operator is a mechanically skilled individual capable of functioning as a Packaging Mechanic while also performing the duties of a Packaging Operator and/or Line Leader. This role requires strong troubleshooting skills for minor electrical and mechanical issues on packaging equipment, ensuring efficient and compliant operations.

How You’ll Spend Your Day

Demonstrate knowledge of mechanical and electrical operations associated with packaging equipment.

Troubleshoot equipment issues, assess anomalies, and determine impact on operations.

Apply basic mechanical and electrical concepts to resolve problems effectively.

Make sound decisions based on deductive reasoning and potential product impact.

Perform accurate and timely changeovers of packaging line equipment for different bottle/cap sizes and products, documenting activities per procedures.

Conduct corrective and preventive maintenance, adjusting equipment to meet output speed and quality standards.

Multitask effectively, responding to alarms, indications, and operational trends.

Operate packaging lines and equipment per Packaging Batch Records for maximum output, safety, and quality compliance.

Identify opportunities for improvement in safety, quality, and productivity.

Navigate Operator Interface Terminals (OITs) for template entry, verification, and performance calculations.

Respond to faults and error messages, assess product impact, and address root causes promptly.

Provide support to other packaging lines and personnel as needed.

Communicate effectively, impart urgency regarding quality, and work collaboratively as a team player.

Ensure compliance with CGMP, SOPs, Lock Out Tag Out, DEA, and OSHA regulations.

Maintain a clean and orderly work area during all operations.

Demonstrate flexibility and perseverance, including working extended hours when necessary.

Perform duties of Material Handler and/or Line Leader when required.

Train other Packaging Setup Operators and Material Handlers/Line Leaders.

Must be able to read, write, speak, and comprehend English.

Perform other related duties as assigned by Supervisor/Manager

Your Skills and Experience

High School Diploma required

Technical / Trade School certification required

Equipment troubleshooting training desired

Knowledge of various packaging equipment, including:

Tablet/Capsule Slat & Channel Filler

Bottle Unscrambler

Cottoner

Capper

Desiccant Inserter

Induction Sealer

Labeler

Case Former

Familiarity with mechanical, electrical, controls, and automation systems associated with packaging equipment

Knowledge of Serialization/Aggregation processes on packaging lines

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs throughout the shift

Ability to wear appropriate safety gear

Ability to perform strenuous repairs for approximately 6 hours per shift

Ability to stand for approximately 6 hours per shift

Ability to work at elevation with appropriate safety gear

Vision accuracy and color detection required

How We’ll Take Care of You

Benefits with the Union will begin after 90 days of employment.

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Teva’s Equal Employment Opportunity Commitment

Teva Pharmaceuticals is committed to equal opportunity in employment. It is Teva's policy that equal employment opportunity be provided without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, military status or status as a disabled or protected veteran, or any legally recognized status entitled to protection under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Please advise us of any accommodations needed to support you throughout the recruitment and selection process. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience. Request a reasonable accommodation by sending an email to  AskHR@tevapharm.com with the nature of your request and your contact information. Only inquiries concerning a request for a reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

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Teva Pharmaceuticals USA does not accept unsolicited assistance from agencies for employment opportunities.  All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company.  No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.

Job details

Seniority
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Function
Manufacturing & CMC
Therapeutic area
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Location
Edison, New Jersey, United States
Employment type
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How this role compares

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We currently track 2469 comparable Manufacturing & CMC roles across 164 biopharma companies.

2469Comparable roles tracked
2279Currently active
164Companies hiring similar roles
59Countries represented

Salary context

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Peers share this role's job function. This posting doesn't list a seniority level, so peers aren't narrowed by seniority either -- the range below may span more levels than usual.

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Peer group range $0 – $418,500 (median $123,800)

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France89
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Associate118
Principal95
Associate Director93
Director84
Senior Director38
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Rare Disease2
Oncology1

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