Scentbird · 8 hours ago
Junior Packaging Technician
Somerset, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelScentbird is a company that inspires fragrance lovers to explore and sample a wide variety of scents. They are seeking a Junior Packaging Technician who will support the setup, operation, and monitoring of filling and packaging equipment, ensuring efficient and high-quality production in a manufacturing environment.
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Responsibilities
Perform complete setup and changeovers on filling labeling and coding equipment
Install tooling, adjust guides/nozzles, mount film/label rolls, configure print files, and set sensor positions
Conduct line clearance and verify all components match batch documentation
Complete startup checklists and authorize the line for production
Operate and monitor filling, capping, crimping, and in-line labeling modules
Make mechanical and electronic adjustments to maintain speed and product quality
Address line stoppages and escalate larger issues when necessary
Respond quickly to alarms and error codes
Log production data including output, downtime, and machine settings
Coordinate with maintenance if technical issues exceed operator scope
Set up label rolls, calibrate sensors, and adjust label position
Maintain label application accuracy and resolve jams or skew issues
Configure size changeovers, wrap systems, and touchscreen settings for product-specific parameters
Ensure consistent label placement
Ensure correct product codes, batch numbers, and label formats are set
Set up forming tools, sealing jaws, cutting assemblies, and film rolls
Monitor seal integrity, film registration, fill weight, and overall pouch quality
Troubleshoot sealing, feeding, or misalignment issues
Prepare equipment for specialty formats or small-batch production
Adjust nozzles, fill levels, gating, and indexing systems
Supervise manual operators to maintain accuracy and consistency
Load/edit batch, expiry, and lot codes
Maintain printhead cleanliness and manage ink/solvent levels
Adjust print positioning and timing
Configure messages, Data Matrix codes, or barcodes
Adjust sensor timing, print distance, and resolution settings
Ensure clear, compliant coding on all products
Perform routine quality checks for fill volume, torque, seal integrity, labeling accuracy, and print clarity
Maintain full compliance with GMP, SOPs, batch documentation, and audit requirements
Report deviations promptly and support root-cause investigations
Perform minor preventative maintenance: lubrication, cleaning, minor part replacements
Escalate complex mechanical or electrical issues while ensuring a safe environment for the crew
Participate in safety audits and improvement initiatives
Qualification
Required
Experience operating multi-equipment packaging or filling lines
Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to perform changeovers and troubleshooting
Understanding of GMP, quality checks, and production documentation
Strong communication and organizational skills
Preferred
Background in, fragrance, cosmetics, pharmaceutical, or FMCG manufacturing
Technical training in mechanical, electrical, or mechatronics fields
Benefits
Competitive base compensation
Bonus program
Paid Time Off
401k with Company Match
Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
Flexible Spending Accounts, as well as Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
A fun, creative and energetic work environment
Company
Scentbird
Scentbird enables its users to choose and get supply of sample designer fragrances on a monthly basis before buying them.
Founded in 2014
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$29.55MKey Investors
The Garage SyndicateTMT InvestmentsGoodwater Capital
2023-11-08Series Unknown· $0.82M
2020-07-01Secondary Market· $0.33M
2018-05-17Series A· $24.56M
Leadership Team
Mariya Nurislamova
CEO/ Co-founder
Sergey Gusev
Co-founder & CPO
Recent News
2026-01-14
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