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Job Summary:

The Associate HR Generalist supports the development and implementation of all HR Services and Programs. Provides day-to-day support to all areas of the human resources functions, including time & attendance, recruitment, immigration, benefits, compensation, compliance, and employee relations. The Associate HR Generalist builds strong relationships with employees at all levels and will offer site representation across all 4 locations in East Brunswick. This position will work on both daily and long-term projects within the HR department to ensure HR execution and performance in line with the company’s strategic objectives.

Reporting Relationships                                           

• This is an individual contributor role.
   

Essential Functions:

• Support all HR activities for new hire onboarding including offer letters, background checks, pre-employment drug screen scheduling, new hire paperwork (I-9, E-Verify, W-4, benefit enrollments) file creation, profile creation in ADP, and New Hire Orientation.

• Daily maintenance of the HRIS system including all types of employee changes as necessary; ensuring data integrity and accuracy.
• Daily monitoring and timely, accurate response to employee inquiries via the HR Inbox.
• Support benefit administration, and maintenance and offer support to all employees.
• Track Leave of Absence (LOA) process and assist employees with questions regarding LOA requests and related benefits. 
• Assist employees with questions on all areas of human resources, inform VP, HR of common issues/concerns.

• Facilitate offboarding activities to include necessary notifications, exit interviews, and coordination with the HR team to process terminations.
• Assist in providing guidance to employees regarding policies and ensures all Company HR-related policies are applied consistently.
• Supports investigating and resolving employee relations issues, escalating when appropriate.

• Maintain various spreadsheets and generate standard/custom reports for HR data compliance.
• Organize, maintain, and update HR and employment records.

• Ensure compliance with Company policy, practices, procedures, and federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Assist and help coordinate employee-sponsored events.  
• Adhere to all safety and cGMP standards and guidelines, and report unsafe conditions, near misses, and/or injuries in a timely manner.
• All other duties and responsibilities as assigned. 

Specialized Skills and Knowledge:                                                                 

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree with equivalent experience required
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Human Resources, manufacturing experience preferred
• Previous experience in ADP Workforce Now preferred
• Advanced experience in Microsoft Office 365

Key Competencies:

1. Excellent communication skills 
2. Analytical and Problem Solving skills
3. High attention to detail 
4. Proactive nature
5. Prioritization and organizational skills 

Physical Demands/Factors:

Work is primarily sedentary in nature; routine bending, walking, lifting, and reaching are required.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

At Avet, we require that all employees physically entering the workplace to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, and you will be asked to present proof of vaccination before beginning employment unless you qualify for a reasonable accommodation based on a sincerely held religious belief or medical need.

Based on the highly regulated workplace at Avet, employees will be required to meet minimum English proficiency requirements.

All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.  We are unable to sponsor any applicants for a work visa or take over sponsorship of a work visa for any applicants, at this time.

All applicants will be expected to report to work at our New Jersey facility, however, in some limited cases, we may be willing to offer reimbursement of certain relocation expenses to an applicant based solely on the exercise of the Company’s discretion.

Avet is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This job description is not all-inclusive. It acts as a guideline and is subject to change over time. Additional duties may be assigned based on business needs.

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This role will be onsite at our East Brunswick, NJ location, 5 days a week.

Job Summary:

The Production Helper I is responsible for assisting the Manufacturing Operators on all equipment, including but not limited to dispensing, blending, coating, compression, encapsulation, granulation, and softgel. Following company Standard Operating Procedures, the Production Helper I will assist set-up, sanitization and cleaning of equipment. This position is responsible for adhering to current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) guidelines and all Environmental, Health and Safety guidelines as well as maintaining high standards in compliance and quality.

Reporting Relationships                                           

• Individual Contributor
   

Essential Functions:

 Assists Manufacturing Operators and Helper II in the production cycle including set-up, sanitization and cleaning.  

• Accurate and punctual completion of document activities on batch record and logbooks
• Adheres to cGMP’s and SOP’s as required
• Reports any process or material discrepancies or atypical observations to the supervisor or designee
• Support ongoing production through efficiency, schedule and teamwork
• Handles materials used in productions such as moving pallets, containers and equipment
• Maintain good housekeeping and keeps equipment and environment clean in accordance with SOP’s
• Offer suggestions and follow up on process improvements related to safety, compliance, cost, and productivity
• Adhere to all safety and cGMP standards and guidelines, and report unsafe conditions, near misses, and/or injuries in a timely manner.
• All other duties as assigned
    

Specialized Skills and Knowledge:                                                                 

• High school diploma with 6+ months of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing
• Basic math skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Ability to work in a team and collaborate with other departments
• Familiar with cGMP’s and operates in adherence to SOP’s
   

Key Competencies:

1. Multitasking
2. Flexibility
3. Versatility
    

Physical Demands/Factors:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand.  The employee is frequently required to walk; sit; use hands; talk; and hear.  The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop; kneel; crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and color vision.    

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.  We are unable to sponsor any applicants for a work visa, or take over sponsorship of a work visa for any applicants, at this time

At Avet, we require that all employees physically entering the workplace to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, and you will be asked to present proof of vaccination before beginning employment unless you qualify for a reasonable accommodation based on a sincerely held religious belief or medical need.

Based on the highly regulated workplace at Avet, employees will be required to meet minimum English proficiency requirements.

Avet is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This job description is not all-inclusive. It acts as a guideline and is subject to change over time. Additional duties may be assigned based on business needs.
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This role is based on site at our East Brunswick, NJ facility, 5 days a week.

Job Summary:

Packaging Operator is an entry-level position in the packaging department. Packing Operator I is responsible for performing packaging procedures and executing diverse task on various packaging equipment including but not limited to setup, cleanup, sanitization, material movement and safely operating the package equipment to perform packaging function such as filling, capping, labeling, and packing containers in accordance with Packaging batch record. This position is responsible for following company SOPs and adhering to cGMP guidelines and all environmental, health and safety guidelines as well as maintaining high standards in compliance and quality during operations.

Reporting Relationships                                

• This position has no direct reports.

Essential Functions:

• Set up, operate, clean, and sanitize packaging lines.
• Assist operators in performing their job functions.
• Trouble shooting and correcting machine operation.
• Assist team in meeting packaging production requirements.
• Assist with training of other helpers and operator (I)personnel.
• Adhere to all safety and cGMP standards and guidelines, and report unsafe conditions, near misses, and/or injuries in a timely manner.
• All other job-related duties.

Specialized Skills and Knowledge:                 

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing environment preferred.
• Packaging operator qualification.

• Basic mathematical skills.
• Ability to read and write English.
• Must complete departmental SOP, GMP and Qualification.

• Good mechanical aptitude.

• Ability to work in a team.
• Good dexterity and eye-hand coordination.
• Walking, standing and ability to lift 20 Kg (44 lbs.).

Key Competencies:

1. Multitasking  
2. Flexibility  
3. Adaptability and initiative

Physical Demands/Factors:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand.  The employee is frequently required to walk; sit; use hands; talk; and hear.  The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop; kneel; crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to 44 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and color vision.    

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

At Avet, we require that all employees physically entering the workplace to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, and you will be asked to present proof of vaccination before beginning employment unless you qualify for a reasonable accommodation based on a sincerely held religious belief or medical need.

Based on the highly regulated workplace at Avet, employees will be required to meet minimum English proficiency requirements.

All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.  We are unable to sponsor any applicants for a work visa or take over sponsorship of a work visa for any applicants, at this time.

Avet is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This job description is not all-inclusive. It acts as a guideline and is subject to change over time. Additional duties may be assigned based on business needs.

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Job Summary: 

The main responsibility of the Sr. Manager, Institutional Sales Operations is to optimize the success of the organization's sales team by managing sales goals, projections, and processes. The Sr. Manager, Institutional Sales Operations will manage the day to day activities and projections of all in line and pipeline products. The Sr. Manager, Institutional Sales Operations will communicate by phone, email, and in-person meetings as necessary to provide the best customer service possible to support the Sales Team. The Sr. Manager of Institutional Sales Operations is expected to understand the Generic Pharmaceutical market both from outside sales to inside workings to be able to inform sound financial and strategic decisions to their Manager. The Sr Manager of Institutional Sales Operations is expected to operate under all of Avet’s compliance guidelines and use company funds in a judicious and ethical manner..

Reporting Relationships                                   

• This is an individual contributor.

Essential Functions:

• Analyze sales data and metrics to identify trends, patterns, and areas for improvement. 
• Manage and analyze Wholesale Data (852, 867, etc.) to evaluate market trends and maximize sales.
• Provide regular reports and insights to the sales team and management. 
• Streamline and automate sales processes to improve productivity and reduce manual efforts.
• Sales planning/ customer forecasting, contract analysis and bid requisitions, customer terms negotiations, and the measurement of customer contract compliance and overall performance. 
• Create, build and maintain relationships with customers to ensure customer satisfaction while supporting company goals. 
• Supports with contract and pricing negotiation and RFP/Bid opportunities.
• Effectively manage time, resources, and workload.
• Up to 15% travel (attending National Tradeshows)
• Adhere to all safety and cGMP standards and guidelines, and report unsafe conditions, near misses, and/or injuries in a timely manner.

Specialized Skills and Knowledge:                                                               

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Must have a minimum of 5 years of Generic Pharmaceutical experience.
• Understanding of the Pharmaceutical market landscape

Key Competencies:

1. Strong verbal and written communication skills as well as presentation skills.
2. Must have strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, and other PC-related applications. SAP experience is preferred.
3. Must be detail-oriented, organized, and possess a strong customer orientation.
4. Proven track record for delivering consistent and strong sales results.

Physical Demands/Factors:

Work is primarily sedentary in nature; routine bending, walking, lifting and reaching are required.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Avet is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This job description is not all-inclusive. It acts as a guideline and is subject to change over time. Additional duties may be assigned based on business needs.

Avet is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This job description is not all-inclusive. It acts as a guideline and is subject to change over time. Additional duties may be assigned based on business needs

Key Job Requirements

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Job Summary:

The Maintenance Engineer plays a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation and maintenance of all equipment, machinery, and facilities within the pharmaceutical manufacturing plant. This role requires a strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and automation systems and a deep knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes and regulatory requirements. The Maintenance Engineer collaborates with cross-functional teams to maintain equipment reliability, optimize performance, and uphold safety and quality standards.

Reporting Relationships                                

• This position has direct reports.

Essential Functions:

• Equipment Maintenance and Repair:
  • Conduct routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs on pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment, including but not limited to mixing machines, compression machines, encapsulation machines, coating machines, and packaging machines.
  • Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement effective solutions to minimize downtime. Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and emergencies, working with urgency to restore operations while adhering to safety protocols.
  • Conduct routine, periodic, or special inspections to determine repair and maintenance work necessary to prevent breakdowns of facilities' machinery and utility equipment.
  • Collect quotations from vendors and create purchase requisitions for spare and repair parts.  Maintain inventory of parts required for preventative maintenance.
  • Coordinate with suppliers and vendors for spare parts procurement and ensure timely availability of critical components.
• Documentation and Compliance:
  • Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work orders, equipment history, and maintenance schedules.
  • Write SOP, protocols, and maintenance reports for manufacturing and utility equipment.
  • Authoring equipment specifications, user and functional requirements specifications, and necessary FAT.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines and company SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) for maintenance and engineering practices.
• Continuous Improvement:
  • Identify opportunities for process improvement, reliability enhancement, and cost reduction in collaboration with the engineering and production teams.
  • Implement and participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including lean manufacturing and Six Sigma projects.
• Team Collaboration:
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, and quality control, to align maintenance activities with production goals and quality standards.
  • Provide technical support and training to operators and technicians on proper equipment operation and maintenance.
• Safety and Compliance:
  • Adhere to and promote a strong safety culture by following all safety procedures and protocols.
  • Ensure that maintenance activities are conducted in compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Assist in commissioning or qualification activities of site equipment, building, and utility systems.
• Set up and operate all tools and equipment necessary to perform assigned work
• Assign work and resolve routine problems within the Maintenance Department.
• Review structural blueprints for new projects.  Provide suggestions for change.
• All other job-related duties.

Specialized Skills and Knowledge:                 

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum 5 years of experience repairing and maintaining pharmaceutical manufacturing and packaging equipment (oral solid dosage experience preferred).
• Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes, equipment, and regulatory requirements (cGMP, FDA guidelines).
• Knowledge of Utility systems and HVAC systems.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, electrical, and automation systems.

Key Competencies:

1. Strong organizational and demonstrated leadership skills
2. Excellent verbal and written communication skills
3. Speed/Action/Simplicity/Initiative
4. Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
5. Strong collaboration skills to work effectively across teams and with stakeholders.

Physical Demands/Factors:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand.  The employee is frequently required to walk; sit; use hands; talk; and hear.  The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop; kneel; crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to 55 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and color vision.  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Avet is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This job description is not all-inclusive. It acts as a guideline and is subject to change over time. Additional duties may be assigned based on business needs.

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Key Job Requirements

Confidential Document

Job Summary:

The Site Management Technician is critical to maintaining building facilities and utility equipment in proper operation by troubleshooting breakdowns and performing necessary repairs.

Reporting Relationships                                

• This position has direct reports.

Essential Functions:

• Perform repairs of building facilities (patch/paint, plumbing repair, electrical repair, etc.).
• Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of building facilities and utility equipment during.
• Assist Engineers to perform mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair of packaging and production equipment.
• Make routine, periodic, or special inspections to determine repair and maintenance work necessary to prevent breakdowns of facilities, machinery, and equipment.
• Cleaning of utility equipment/areas.
• Servicing & cleaning of dust collection units and the solids separation pit.
• Maintain pest-free facilities.
• Snow removal.
• Drive and load/unload truck.
• Adhere to all safety and cGMP standards and guidelines, and report unsafe conditions, near misses, and/or injuries in a timely manner.

Specialized Skills and Knowledge:                 

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Perform work in more than one of the maintenance trades: carpentry, plumbing, painting, machine and equipment repair, electrical and forklift operation.
• Moderate Functional Knowledge of Maintenance Trades

Key Competencies:

1. Technical Knowledge
2. Functional Knowledge
3. Speed/Action/Simplicity/Initiative

Physical Demands/Factors:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand.  The employee is frequently required to walk; sit; use hands; talk; and hear.  The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop; kneel; crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 55 pounds. The employee is required to be able to move heavy equipment/parts by physical and/or mechanical means.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and color vision.

All roles: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Avet is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This job description is not all-inclusive. It acts as a guideline and is subject to change over time. Additional duties may be assigned based on business needs.

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Job Summary:

Production Cleaner will be responsible for the cleaning of the manufacturing facility and maintain high standards and Safety and cGMP practice.

Reporting Relationships:

• This position has no direct reports.

Essential Functions:

• Follow SOP and clean manufacturing facility to keep buildings clean and well maintained which includes dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, cleaning of manufacturing area, washroom, cafeteria, etc.
• Operate Floor Scrubbing machine.
• Perform cleaning of vessels, containers, equipment in the washroom.
• Perform stocking and supplying personal protective equipment and cleaning agents to designated facility areas.
• All other job-related duties which includes material handling, staging, labeling.

Specialized Skills and Knowledge:

• High School diploma with 2 years related experience.
• Adhere to housekeeping, safety and environmental practices

Key Competencies:

1. Multitasking.
2. Flexibility.
3. Versatility.

Physical Demands/Factors:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand. The employee is frequently required to walk; sit; use hands; talk; and hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop; kneel; crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to 44 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and color vision. 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

At Avet, we require that all employees physically entering the workplace to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, and you will be asked to present proof of vaccination before beginning employment unless you qualify for a reasonable accommodation based on a sincerely held religious belief or medical need.

Based on the highly regulated workplace at Avet, employees will be required to meet minimum English proficiency requirements.

Avet is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This job description is not all-inclusive. It acts as a guideline and is subject to change over time. Additional duties may be assigned based on business needs.

Apply Online