Lead Production Technician - Formulator 1st Shift

Quva • Sugar Land, TX

5d • $25 - $36 • Onsite

About The Position

Our Lead Production Technician - Formulator plays a vital role in ensuring the
highest quality and safety standards of our pharmaceutical products. Once you
complete our training, your responsibilities will include  daily coordination
and working schedules for the formulations teams that are assigned to work in a
specific area. Oversees planning, scheduling and daily execution for the
formulation/manufacture of bulk and non-sterile products in the controlled and
classified areas. Will support training of new formulators in daily
manufacturing activities for non-sterile and sterile bulk/CSP operations such
as; chemical weighing, sterile filter integrity testing, aseptic cleaning and
disinfection of cleanroom, active ingredient inventory controls.  Turn your
passion for precision and your commitment to quality into a meaningful impact on
healthcare across the US. 

This is a full-time role for our 1st shift, working Monday through Friday from
5:30 AM to 2:00 PM. This is a set, consistent schedule with minimum overtime
requirements and based on site in our Sugar Land, TX location. This is a safety
sensitive position that may be subject to random drug testing, in accordance
with applicable laws.

Requirements

• High school Diploma or GED from recognized institution or organization
• Able to successfully complete a drug and background check
• Able and willing to walk, stoop, stand, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs. throughout each shift, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Demonstrated performance with direct supervision of a team
• At least 1-year pharmaceutical manufacturing experience
• Strong Math skills
• Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; Quva will not sponsor applicants for work visas

Nice To Haves

• College Degree with an emphasis in Chemistry, Biochemistry or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Oversee activities, including scheduling dispensing, formulating, cleaning, compounding and sterile filtration activities
• Oversee and supports the dispensing of chemicals and raw materials that will be used to manufacture bulk intermediate products
• Oversee and supports preparation of bulk intermediate solutions that will be used in compounded sterile products
• Complete necessary documents for accountability and traceability of product following Good Documentation Practices (GDPs); Comply with cGMPs, and company ISO standards
• Comply with 503B guidelines; cGMPs, and company standards
• Maintain Daily/ Bi-Weekly/Monthly cleaning of processing room and equipment and fill out appropriate preventative maintenance forms and checklists in accordance with SOP’s
• Immediate notification of production management of deviations to established processes or procedures
• Pass & maintain Gown qualification
• Pass & maintain Bulk Bag Media Fill Qualification
• Perform training of on-the-job skills
• Work with the area supervisor to manage daily activities of the formulation technicians to meet production schedule
• Maintain Daily/ Bi-Weekly/Monthly cleaning of processing room and equipment
• Timely address and escalate process nonconformities in batch formulation as appropriate
• Promotes active listening with team members; Contributes appropriately to conversations; Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively with other departments within the organization and with people at all levels of the organization
• Maintain documentation, including batch documentation in accordance with Good Documentation Practices; has strong math skills
• Effectively and productively engages with others and establishes trust, credibility, and confidence with others

Benefits

• Set, full-time, consistent work schedule
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental and vision
• 401k retirement program with company match
• 17 paid days off plus 8 paid holidays per year
• Occasional weekend and overtime opportunities with advance notice
• National, industry-leading high growth company with future career advancement opportunities
• The base compensation for this role is estimated to be within the range described below.  The compensation offered may vary depending on relevant factors such as experience, skills, training, education, certifications, geographic location, and market conditions
• Range: $24.50 - $35.53 / hr

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees