Manufacturing Technician/Associate

Corden Pharma - A Full-Service CDMO• Boulder, CO, US, CO

3d•$26 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Technician/Associate safely manufactures pharmaceutical intermediates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) at a Corden Pharma Colorado Manufacturing Center of Excellence. The role performs unit operations on raw materials and intermediates according to written manufacturing procedures and standard operating procedures (SOPs), operates process equipment, handles materials, prepares equipment for maintenance, and maintains a high standard of housekeeping. The technician is expected to complete assigned work with initiative, anticipate upcoming processing steps, and maintain accuracy and attention to detail. The position begins with an 8–10-week paid training program scheduled Monday through Thursday on 10-hour day shifts, with required daily attendance and the opportunity for a pay increase after successful completion. The facility operates 24/7, and subsequent shift placement depends on business needs. Employees must be willing to work days or nights as required; night shifts receive an 18% premium in addition to base pay. The posting identifies a December 7 start date but does not specify the year. The job involves collaboration with manufacturing crews, maintenance and facilities, R&D, internal support and regulatory groups, and customers. Employees follow cGMP and company procedures, document operations, participate in safety and environmental practices, and serve on the plant Emergency Brigade. Work may also include structural demolition and equipment dismantling and salvage. The role requires rotating 12-hour shifts, including nights or days, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 3 months of related experience and/or training.
Ability to read and interpret technical documents, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; write routine reports and correspondence; and contribute to meetings.
Ability to perform arithmetic accurately, calculate rates, ratios, and percentages, and understand the metric system.
Ability to follow written, oral, or diagrammatic instructions, address problems involving several variables in standardized situations, interpret data, and troubleshoot processes.
Knowledge of chemical processing and ability to learn and retain technical concepts through observation, discussion, and hands-on practice.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Industry-related mechanical aptitude; strong computer, math, reading, and comprehension skills.
Ability to work 12-hour rotating day or night shifts, including weekends and holidays.
Dependable work ethic, willingness to accept increased responsibility, and ability to learn and demonstrate safety and regulatory compliance.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team; motivation and initiative; troubleshooting ability; and attention to detail.
Detailed knowledge of plant equipment and infrastructure systems, or ability to develop that knowledge.
Ability to perform a necessary function on the Corden Pharma Colorado Emergency Brigade.
Manual dexterity and knowledge and ability to work with construction and demolition equipment, including potential operation of hand and power tools.
Ability to regularly climb stairs or ladders; stand, walk, work with hands, climb or balance, talk or hear, and taste or smell; frequently reach above shoulder height; occasionally sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds.
Ability to perform physical labor for construction and demolition projects, including awkward and repetitive manual tasks that may require forceful exertion.
Ability to wear basic PPE and, when required, full PPE including respiratory protection and chemical-resistant garments.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor's degree.
Forklift certification.

Responsibilities

Build and maintain effective working relationships with Manufacturing, Maintenance & Facilities, R&D, internal support, regulatory groups, and customers.
Work with crew members, supervisors, and support groups to achieve manufacturing goals safely.
Develop understanding of plant equipment, infrastructure systems, and chemical processing principles.
Follow written procedures and accurately document work according to cGMP and company SOPs.
Double-check the work of other operators.
Set up and perform operations properly and efficiently, and use area computer systems such as DCS and LIMS.
Receive Emergency Brigade training and participate as a hazmat technical responder, firefighter, and first-aid responder, including EMT and/or full brigade membership.
Maintain First Aid/CPR training and respond appropriately to plant upsets and emergencies as a brigade member.
Identify and respond to potential hazards and emergency situations during daily operations.
Attend required GMP training and demonstrate understanding of current GMP, SOPs, and the Chemical Operator Training Program.
Follow housekeeping and safety practices and participate in organizational safety programs.
Manage the generation and accumulation of hazardous and non-hazardous waste and monitor plant environmental systems.
Train peers or subordinate employees in the work environment to meet production needs and timing.
Read and understand safety rules, maintenance instructions, shop tool and equipment instructions, and mechanical drawings and layout procedures.
Perform activities that may include structural demolition of buildings and equipment, with emphasis on dismantling and salvage.

Benefits

401(k) matching: Corden Pharma contributes 100% of the first 6%, with 100% vesting after two years of service.
Accident plan.
Critical illness coverage.
Dental insurance.
Disability insurance.
Employee Assistance Program.
Flexible Spending Account.
Health insurance PPO/HSA.
Hospital indemnity plan.
ID theft coverage.
Life insurance.
Paid parental leave.
Tuition reimbursement.
Wellness program.
Three weeks of vacation in the first year.
Vision insurance.