VI Packaging Operator (Night Shift)
AbbVie
Posted: April 20, 2026
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Packaging Operator is responsible for operating a packaging machine in a fast-paced environment, ensuring high-quality products are produced on time. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry. Strong attention to detail and ability to work well under pressure are essential.
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About AbbVie
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
We are now recruiting Packaging Operators to join our diverse team in Westport on a short-term contract. As a Packaging Operator, you will work with high-speed equipment for the manual and automated assembly and packaging of pharmaceutical products, ensuring compliance with all quality, safety, and regulatory standards. This role offers exposure to advanced technology across production, filling and packaging, and is well suited to career changers or anyone looking to gain valuable experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including evenings, nights and weekends, is essential.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area during and at the end of each shift.
• Work safely at all times and comply with all site environmental, health and safety policies.
• Report safety issues and raise observations on the e-Achieve system.
• Complete batch ID coding in accordance with SOPs.
• Perform final visual inspection of R&D, NPI and commercial biologic parenteral products.
• Conduct in-process quality control checks in accordance with SOPs.
• Complete line clearance, reconciliation and sample procurement in line with SOPs and cGMPs.
• Perform all duties in compliance with departmental SOPs and cGMPs and remain current with all updates.
• Complete and maintain all required cGMP and safety training.
• Perform intermediate packaging tasks to support on-time delivery to customers.
• Complete all documentation associated with visual inspection and packaging activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Leaving Certificate or equivalent qualification required.
• Knowledge of computer systems is desirable but not essential.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong planning and organizational skills with an analytical mindset.
• Good decision-making skills with the ability to identify and understand issues, problems and opportunities.
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. 
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