Formulation Technician for Pharmaceutical company:

In this position, you will be responsible for performing operations related to the manufacturing of pharmaceutical products through equipment set-up, operation, clean up and maintenance in compliance with all regulatory cGMP requirements and company policies and procedures.
• Responsible for learning the manufacturing and/or packaging process as assigned by following approved batch records (BR), work instructions (WI), standard operating procedures (SOP), etc.
• Set up, changeover, program and operate various equipment manufacturing and/or packaging equipment including, mixers, extruders, welders, dryers, pouch sealers.
• Cleaning facilities, equipment and utensils as required following SOP's and WI's.
• Complete documentation as required in the manufacturing and/or packaging of product.
• Maintain work areas and performing job functions in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with policies and procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP's), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) and Batch Record instructions.
• Prepare manufacturing areas and equipment for the production of pharmaceutical products
• Safely operates various types of computer-controlled equipment used in dispensing, granulation, compression or coating
• Disassembles, cleans, and re-assembles equipment using basic hand tools
• Assists with troubleshooting of equipment and process issues
• Maintains accurate, neat, error free records such as batch records and logbooks
• Accurately follows production documents, standard operating procedures (SOP's) and current good manufacturing practices (cGMPs)
• Identifies safety, quality, and efficiency improvements and actively participates in learning organization development
• Performs duties in other work areas as required.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
• This role requires High School Diploma.
• 1 year of previous experience in a manufacturing environment within pharmaceutical, nutraceutical or food processing industries strongly preferred.
• Must communicate effectively with written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to follow cGMP and other regulatory requirements.
• Ability to maintain compliance in all SOP, cGMP, EHS and other training curriculum as assigned.
• Operate and troubleshoot manufacturing equipment.
• Work on assignments that are routine to semi-routine in nature where the ability to recognize
• Mechanical proficiency and ability to disassemble and reassemble various types of equipment (GMP facility preferred)
• Basic reading comprehension and math skills vital to follow sophisticated technical instructions and complete BPR calculations.
• Have interpersonal skills and ability to work both individually and as part of a team.
• Prior computer operation and experience in APACS, is desirable.
Physical Requirements
• Ability to manipulate/handle drums weighing up to 200lbs and lift containers weighing up to 90lbs.
• Ability to hand-scoop 5 lbs. intermittently throughout the workday.
• Job requires wearing personal protective equipment to include white zone gowning requirements and various styles of respirators (1/2 face, 3-M hood, full face, and dust mask).
• Ability to operate a stand up fork lift and walkie stacker

Must have proof of High School or GED diploma.

Will be wearing safety steel toed shoes/boots