Pharmaceutical Production Operator

Pharmaceutical Production Operator – Granulation, Compression & Coating
Shift: 1st Shift | 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Schedule: Monday – Friday | Potential Overtime and Saturdays
Experience Required: 3–5+ Years of Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Experience
Industry: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Type: Contract-to-hire

Position Overview

We are seeking experienced Pharmaceutical Production Operators with a strong background in solid oral dosage manufacturing, specifically Granulation, Compression, and Coating processes. This position involves operating specialized pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment while ensuring compliance with FDA regulations, current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), and established quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5+ years of direct pharmaceutical production experience and be comfortable working in a fast-paced, highly regulated manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, set up, and clean pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment used in Granulation, Compression, and Coating processes.
• Perform daily manufacturing operations in accordance with cGMP guidelines and established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Follow Batch Manufacturing Records (BMRs) to ensure accurate and consistent production processes.
• Monitor equipment performance and manufacturing processes to maintain product quality and efficiency.
• Identify, document, and report process deviations, equipment malfunctions, and quality concerns.
• Perform equipment cleaning, line clearance, and changeover activities between production batches.
• Maintain accurate production documentation and manufacturing records.
• Follow all FDA regulations, safety procedures, and pharmaceutical quality standards.
• Collaborate with production, quality assurance, and maintenance teams to resolve manufacturing issues.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant production environment.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of hands-on pharmaceutical manufacturing experience required.
• Direct experience in solid oral dosage manufacturing is required.
• Experience operating pharmaceutical Granulation, Compression, and/or Coating equipment.
• Strong understanding of cGMP regulations and pharmaceutical manufacturing procedures.
• Experience following SOPs and completing Batch Manufacturing Records (BMRs).
• Ability to operate, monitor, and clean pharmaceutical production equipment.
• Ability to identify manufacturing deviations and maintain strict quality standards.
• Strong attention to detail, documentation accuracy, and workplace safety.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented manufacturing environment.
• Flexibility to work overtime and Saturdays as needed.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k)

Important Experience Requirement

Previous hands-on pharmaceutical production operator experience is mandatory. Candidates must have direct experience in regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing, preferably involving solid oral dosage processes such as Granulation, Compression, or Coating. General manufacturing experience alone does not meet the requirements for this position.

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