1st shift Machine Operator – Essex/Centerbrook

Tower Laboratories Ltd

Posted on: April 16, 2026

Closing: May 16, 2026

Salary: Undisclosed

Position Type: Full Time

Job Description

Are you looking for a fast-paced career in manufacturing? Tower Labs is offering training opportunities to learn tableting and packaging in the pharmaceutical industry! We are looking for someone to join our 1st shift Production Team in Centerbrook, CT!

UP TO $19.50 to start

Plus, regular pay increases as training progresses.

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are willing to train the right, motivated individual to learn our tableting and packaging process.
  • Operate and set up a wide range of manufacturing equipment which includes high-speed automated tablet presses and packager production line.
  • Perform in-process testing and complete the necessary paperwork. Responsible for the efficient production of a high quality product.
  • Perform all work in adherence to safety precautions, regulations and Good Manufacturing practices (cGMP) as required by the FDA.
  • Tower Labs' production environment is clean and temperature and humidity controlled. Uniforms provided free of charge.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Dependability a must; we will be investing in you with training
  • Mechanical aptitude with ability to troubleshoot and problem solve
  • Basic math skills
  • Ability to read and follow directions, complete paperwork and communicate effectively in English
  • Ability to concentrate and focus on task under stressful and/or distracting conditions
  • Ability to be a team player; good interpersonal skills
  • Self starter with high level of motivation
  • Ability to stand for entire shift, walk, bend, reach, climb ladder
  • Ability to lift up to 40lbs on an occasional basis
  • Ability to wear face mask, safety shoes & glasses, hairnet and gloves.

No experience required, we will train!

BENEFITS:
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Employee assistance program (free counseling)
  • Flexible spending account (FSA)
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
  • Disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance
  • Free uniforms
  • Safety shoe & Rx glasses reimbursement

SCHEDULE:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Day shift
  • Night shift
  • Overtime voluntary
  • Full time

SHIFT AVAILABILITY:
  • 1st shift: 7:30 AM-4:00 PM, Monday through Friday

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Tower Laboratories Ltd

Posted on: April 16, 2026

Closing: May 16, 2026

Salary: Undisclosed

Position Type: Full Time

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