Process Technician

Company Overview: Specializing in developing generic and specialty pharmaceutical products for the US and international markets with a commitment to high-quality healthcare solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate pharmaceutical process equipment independently, including tablet presses, capsule filling machines, fluid-bed dryer/granulator, pan coating equipment, high-shear and low-shear mixers/granulators, milling equipment, roller compactor, hot-melt extruder, and extrusion-spheronizer.
• Generate reliable manufacturing data and conduct in-process tests such as weight, hardness, thickness, friability, disintegration, bulk/tap density, and sieve analysis.
• Maintain compression and encapsulation tooling and perform blend sampling for uniformity tests.
• Set up, clean, and maintain equipment according to SOPs to ensure safe and effective product development.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the pilot plant and warehouse environments.
• Perform routine checks on balances and organize raw materials, packaging materials, and laboratory supplies.
• Ensure right-first-time execution, timely documentation review, and accurate data entry.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Minimum high school diploma required; associate degree or bachelor’s degree preferred, preferably in a science-related field.
• Over 1 year of prior experience in pharmaceutical development.
• Experience in a GMP pilot or manufacturing environment is advantageous.
• Ability to lift up to approximately 50 pounds and work in a highly regulated health and safety environment requiring the use of face masks, respirators, gloves, and safety glasses.
• Self-motivated with a proactive attitude and ability to follow instructions and SOPs.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) in English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Flexible working hours.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong motivation and focus on task completion.
• Understanding of pharmaceutical process equipment.
• Excellent organizational skills.