Manufacturing Technician - Equipment Prep

Stokes Pharmacy • Mount Laurel Township, NJ

18d • $20 • Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Technician-Equipment Prep is responsible the set-up, cleaning and packaging of materials and equipment that will be used for batch production, while following appropriate procedures in a clean and safe work environment meeting all cGMP, FDA, DEA, OSHA and other applicable regulations. This individual will work with other Equipment Prep Manufacturing Technicians under the direct supervision of the Manufacturing Manager.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Must develop knowledge of 21 CFR Part 210 and 211 for cGMP operations
• Receives general instructions on routine work and detailed instructions on new assignments
• Follows written Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Master Batch Records; must be able to take variant action only with approval of department management
• Independent action and initiative in resolving issues
• Demonstrates strong safety orientation, with strict adherence to established safety practices and standards
• Takes independent action and initiative in resolving issues\
• Demonstrates good verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Must be able to stand for an 8 to 10-hour period
• Must exhibit punctuality and low absenteeism
• Must be able to change into gowns and work attire as required for the task
• Occasionally lift up to 50 lbs., routinely lifts up to 25 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• Compounding and/or laboratory experience preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Practice current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and Good Documentation Practices (GDocP) at all times
• Work on basic to routine assignments following established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Master Batch Records and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs)
• Report to Manufacturing Manager on a regular basis online performance and reports any issues that need to be resolved
• Prepare equipment and components for sterilization
• Properly operate processing equipment including autoclaves, ovens, dishwashers, and vial washers and document use in relevant logbook in accordance with GDocP
• Clean (manually and clean-in-place) and assemble glassware and equipment for production
• Perform clean-in-place and sterilization-in-place of tanks
• Coordinate with Supply Chain Technicians to ensure in-stock conditions of all consumables and manufacturing materials
• Refills supplies when necessary
• Complete and maintain documentation related to assigned work, including logbooks, batch records, etc.
• Properly use all equipment in the lab that is necessary for task
• Report all unusual, non-routine occurrences when performing tasks (NOE report)
• Ensure training is up-to-date and assist in training other technicians
• Demonstrate, at all times, safe work habits and maintain a safe work environment

Benefits

• At Stokes, we offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, Health Reimbursement Account, Flexible Spending Account, 401(K) retirement savings plan with a generous employer match, a bonus program, paid holidays, vacation and personal time, and an excellent working environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees