Production Technician

Job Summary

The Production Technician I is an entry‑level member of the Production Team responsible for visual inspection, labeling, packaging, documentation, cleaning, and material‑handling activities required to manufacture and release finished pharmaceutical products in a 503B outsourcing facility.

Support finished product inspection, labeling, packaging, cleaning, restocking, and documentation activities. Daily tasks may include inspecting finished products for visible defects, verifying labels and packaging components, preparing work areas, following batch records and work instructions, completing production documentation, and escalating any concerns that could impact product quality or patient safety.

• Perform visual inspection of finished pharmaceutical products according to approved procedures, work instructions, and quality expectations.
• Support labeling and packaging activities, verifying that products, labels, and packaging components match required documentation.
• Follow batch records, SOPs, work instructions, and cGMP documentation practices accurately and consistently.
• Complete required production documentation in real time, ensuring entries are accurate, legible, complete, and attributable.
• Assist with cleaning, restocking, and maintaining production areas, including controlled non‑classified spaces.
• Use production equipment, tools, and materials according to established procedures.
• Safely handle chemicals, solvents, corrosives, pharmaceutical compounds, and other materials as required.
• Follow all PPE, safety, OSHA, EPA, RCRA, DEA, FDA, cGMP, and company policy requirements.
• Identify and elevate potential deviations, safety concerns, documentation errors, product defects, or process concerns before proceeding.
• Stop work and notify appropriate personnel if a task presents an imminent safety or quality risk.
• Maintain required training and qualifications for assigned production activities.
• Communicate effectively with team members, leads, supervisors, Quality, and other departments as needed.
• Support continuous improvement by speaking up and seeking leadership or Quality guidance when there may be a safer, more compliant, or more efficient way to perform a task.

• Motivation and ability to learn multiple production processes and progress toward advanced technician‑level responsibilities.
• Accountability by arriving on time, prepared to work in the CNC or classified environment, and recognizing and correcting deviations.
• Integrity and high ethical standards, treating all employees with trust, respect, and professionalism.
• Speak up and hold others accountable by providing constructive feedback.
• Ensure patient safety by understanding impact on product quality.
• Participate effectively on a diverse and high‑performing team, remaining open to new ideas and complying with procedures.
• Self‑driven, perform required tasks, and progress on qualifications within reasonable timelines.
• Show courage and innovation by suggesting viable options for improvement and supporting implementation.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Pass drug screening and vision screening.
• Speak, write, and read English.
• Team player.
• One year of continuous work experience.
• Prior experience in a regulated manufacturing industry.
• Knowledge of basic arithmetic and chemistry calculations.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment with dynamic priorities.
• Excellent attention to detail.

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds longed periods of standing and sitting.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Employer‑paid life insurance and disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Paid time off (PTO) and sick leave.
• Seven paid holidays.
• Opportunities for professional growth in a regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• Employee‑focused culture emphasizing safety, quality, and teamwork.