Formulation Technician II - Mon- Wed 6:00am-6:30pm - Days

Thermo Fisher Scientific•Cincinnati, OH

About The Position

Safely manufactures high-quality pharmaceutical products according to established schedules. The role processes products according to written processing orders, prepares manufacturing areas and equipment, and cleans equipment and rooms in accordance with written Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). The technician helps train Processing Technologist I, troubleshoots equipment they are trained on, and provides process-improvement feedback. The position ensures product quality meets company, client, and applicable regulatory standards and follows Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) and GMP requirements. The position is scheduled Monday through Wednesday, 6:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., on days; the description also states that alternating or rotating shift work may be performed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED certificate.
At least 1 year of work experience in manufacturing, operations, production, a laboratory setting, or a related field.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
Ability to work with limited supervision in a team environment.
Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices.
Excellent understanding of Standard Operating Procedures.
Excellent understanding of safety standards.
Mechanical interest or aptitude.
Proficiency using Microsoft Office software applications.
Proficiency in English.
Physical ability to move about manufacturing and office locations; stand, walk, stoop, kneel, and crouch periodically for prolonged periods; lift, carry, and move weights up to 40 pounds; use arm, hand, and finger dexterity; operate equipment and read materials for prolonged periods; and sit, reach, talk, and hear for prolonged periods.

Nice To Haves

Previous related experience in powder blending or granulation, tablet compression or coating, or dispensing, liquids/semisolids, and tablet printing manufacturing.
Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant work experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Process and manufacture products in accordance with written processing orders.
Prepare manufacturing areas and equipment for pharmaceutical production.
Clean processing equipment and rooms in accordance with written SOPs and established GMP.
Provide assistance and training to Processing Technologist I.
Troubleshoot equipment for which the technician is trained.
Provide feedback and process-improvement suggestions.
Ensure product quality meets Patheon, client, and applicable regulatory agency standards, including HPFBI, FDA, and EMEA requirements.
Follow required EH&S and GMP requirements.
Maintain a safe working environment and report potential hazards.
Perform alternating or rotating shift work.
Maintain records of activities as instructed.
Follow instructions with attention to detail.