Formulation Technician I - Rotating Shift
About The Position
Under supervision, the Formulation Technician I operates a designated chemical process to ensure safe procedures, quality standards, and compliance with regulatory requirements for raw materials, production intermediates, and finished products. The role involves applying technical knowledge and operating automated and manual process equipment, along with associated sampling, material handling, cleaning, and maintenance activities. Work must follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), safety and environmental guidelines, and applicable company policies and regulations. The position is based in Florence, South Carolina, and follows rotating two-week shifts: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for the first two weeks, then Monday through Friday, 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. for the next two weeks. A 10% differential applies while working the second shift. Employees must be available for five days per week and may work approved overtime as needed. The role generally includes evening work and holidays. A high school diploma or GED is required; an associate degree in manufacturing, engineering, or maintenance is preferred. No experience is required, though one year of work experience—particularly in manufacturing, maintenance, chemical processing, or a pharmaceutical environment—is preferred. Full-time hires must successfully complete Phase I of the Process Technician On-the-Job Training program within the first 24 months of employment. This training covers chemical technology and unit operations, mathematics, chemistry, process equipment, and control systems. The work takes place in a laboratory and process setting with exposure to cold rooms and freezers, fluctuating temperatures, loud equipment, strong odors, hazardous or toxic materials, and work at heights. PPE is required. Physical activity includes prolonged standing, frequent walking and stooping or kneeling, stair climbing, and lifting. The stated maximum lifting capacity is 50 pounds; the work-environment information also specifies the ability to lift 40 pounds without assistance. The stated pay rate is $21.50, with an additional 10% while on the second shift. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage effective on day one; paid time off and holidays; a 401(k) company match; tuition reimbursement after 90 days; employee referral and discount programs; employee recognition; charitable gift matching; company-paid parental leave; and career advancement opportunities.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- No prior experience is required.
- Ability to work rotating eight-hour shifts, five days per week, and approved overtime as needed.
- Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices, safety guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
- Ability to read and interpret technical procedures and governmental regulations.
- Ability to apply basic mathematical principles.
- Good understanding of basic equipment and sound problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to complete work accurately, safely, and on time.
- Ability to work effectively with others on a team.
- Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role, including standing, walking, reaching, handling materials, climbing stairs, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work with required personal protective equipment and in environments involving cold rooms/freezers, fluctuating temperatures, loud noise, strong odors, hazardous or toxic materials, and heights.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree in manufacturing, engineering, or maintenance.
- One year of work experience.
- Experience in manufacturing, maintenance, chemical processing, or a pharmaceutical environment.
- Experience working with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Responsibilities
- Operate automated and manual chemical process equipment and perform associated sampling, chemical and material handling, cleaning, and maintenance in accordance with SOPs, cGMP, and safety guidelines.
- Maintain a clean and safe process area.
- Perform manual and computer operations to manufacture chemical intermediates and finished products in compliance with applicable regulations and company policies and procedures.
- Monitor designated chemical process operations to ensure safe procedures, product quality, and regulatory compliance.
- Follow safety and environmental guidelines and policies, cGMP, and other applicable regulatory requirements.
- Recommend improvements to process operations.
- Collect samples from process streams or products, submit samples to the laboratory or conduct tests, record and analyze results, and take appropriate action.
- Inspect finished products for compliance with specifications, including appearance, foreign substances, packaging, and labeling requirements.
- Receive and check raw-material and chemical-intermediate deliveries and complete associated records.
- Complete Phase I of the Process Technician On-the-Job Training program within the first 24 months of employment, if hired as a full-time employee.
Benefits
- Medical insurance effective day one.
- Dental insurance effective day one.
- Vision insurance effective day one.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- 401(k) company match up to 5%.
- Tuition reimbursement available after 90 days.
- Employee referral bonus.
- Employee discount program.
- Employee recognition program.
- Charitable gift matching.
- Company-paid parental leave.
- Career advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
