Production Operator

Job Title: Production Operator II / III / Sr. Operator

Location: Chantilly, Virginia, USA

Positions: 10

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary Range: $47,000 - $70,000 annually ($23 - $35/hour)

Shift Availability: 2nd (4:00pm – 12:30am) & 3rd (12:00am – 8:30am)

Work Authorization: U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident only

Granules Pharmaceuticals is hiring Production Operators (Level II/III/Senior) for its Oral Solid Dosage (OSD) manufacturing facility in Chantilly, VA. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience operating and maintaining state‑of‑the‑ pharmaceutical equipment in a cGMP‑regulated environment.

• Operate equipment for processes such as Compression, Granulation, Coating, Encapsulation, Wurster Coating, and Fluid Bed Drying.
• Perform equipment setup, operation, cleaning, and dismantling.
• Follow cGMPs, SOPs, and FDA regulatory guidelines.
• Accurately complete batch records, logbooks, and production documentation.
• Sample and inspect product batches.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant workspace.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects and cross‑functional collaboration.
• Troubleshoot and upscale process/equipment issues.

• OSD manufacturing experience is required.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).
• Experience with tablet presses and encapsulation equipment:
  • Fette 3200i / P 3030
  • MG2 Planeta
  • Korsch XM 12
• Hands‑on expertise in one or more of the following:
  Compression, Granulation, Encapsulation, Coating, Wurster Coating, Bead Towers, Fluid Bed Dryers.
• Basic English communication skills (reading/speaking).
• Ability to work overtime and different shifts as needed.

• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma practices.
• Experience working with potent compounds.
• Forklift certification (may be required for certain roles).
• High School Diploma, GED, or Associate Degree.
• 2–5 years (Level II) or 5+ years (Level III) of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing.

• Must stand for extended periods (up to 12 hours).
• Able to lift/move 50 lbs, climb ladders, wear respirators/PPE.
• Work in regulated environments (lab/manufacturing areas).
• Relocation support and temporary accommodation.
• Full‑time healthcare benefits, 401(k) matching, PTO.
• Drug screening & background check post‑offer.

• Relocation support and temporary accommodation.
• Full‑time healthcare benefits.
• 401(k) matching.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Drug screening & background check post‑offer.