Specialized Suite Technician

Description

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The Specialized Suite Technician works in highly controlled areas and follows specific procedures and processes to ensure the quality of these manufactured products. The primary function of this position is to operate all equipment within the three manufacturing suites and follow written batch records of compound pharmaceutical drug products. 

AVAILABLE SHIFTS

1st SHIFT M-Thurs 5:30AM - 4PM

2nd SHIFT M-Thurs 3:30PM - 2AM 

SALARY: $19/HR with Benefits

Signing Bonus $250 eligible to receive after 45 days without attendance issue or corrective actions

KEY DUTIES OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Operate all pieces of equipment within the blending, mixing, and packaging areas.

· Perform equipment set-up and change-over for scheduled production runs. 

· Utilize measurement devices such as scales, Oxygen meters, and dissolved Oxygen meters. 

· Accurately weigh and record Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) and excipients as required in batch records. 

· Perform basic arithmetic functions accurately including calculation of significant figures and percentages. 

· Inspect products to meet quality expectations. 

· Perform detailed cleaning procedures and always maintain a clean work area. 

· Follow Standard Operating Procedures while performing all job functions. 

· Accurately document production processes on Batch Records, ensuring no errors on paperwork.

· Review Batch Records for completeness and accuracy.

· Work as a team to hit production schedule without compromising quality.

· Immediately notify production management if batch record can’t be followed or if anything abnormal happened during any process steps 

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

· 1 year Chemical experience in compounding and pharmaceutical production.

· Manufacturing production and equipment operation experience. 

· 1 year GMP or ISO production experience with GDP documentation experience.

· Knowledge of safe work practices.

EDUCATION/LICENSES/CERTIFICATION/FORMAL TRAINING:

· High school diploma or equivalent required. 

ESSENTIAL ABILITIES:

· Math Proficiency: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and ratios. 

· Read/write English.

· Basic computer skills to navigate Windows-based software required. 

· Mechanical aptitude required. 

· Ability to work in a team environment.

· GMP, Very Stringent Quality Requirements

· Required Daily Attendance and must be able to work OT and a flexible schedule, including weekends.

· May be required to work at one or both locations (within 1 mile) during assigned shifts.

Requirements

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

· May be required to frequently lift, push, and pull up to 75 lbs.

· Prolonged standing and repetitive motions, bending, stooping, pushing, and pulling.

· Hand dexterity and strength.

· Exposure to Latex and Allergens. 

· Work in confined spaces

· Wear PPE as required during suite operations and cleaning, may require full body PPE and powered air purifying respirator use.

Salary : $19