PLS GMP Manufacturing Technician I

GMP Manufacturing Technician (Solid Dose)

Shift: Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m.

- 4:00 p.m.

Are you ready to work making the world a safer, healthier place? Join our mission to continuously move science forward; to innovate and advance all aspects of our business to improve the health and safety of our communities and lives.

This is a full-time, onsite, GMP Manufacturing Technician (Solid Dose) position located in Norristown, PA, Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m.

- 4:00 p.m.

Compensation: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour

The salary for this position reflects a variety of factors. Compensation will be determined based on the candidate's geographic location, relevant experience, education, skills, and alignment with internal equity. Market conditions, budgetary considerations, and organizational compensation guidelines may also influence the final offer.

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Pace® Life Sciences delivers a comprehensive suite of contract CMC development, CTM manufacturing, regulatory compliance, consulting, and facility support services to the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, and gene therapy industries. Operating across a network of CDMO sites, GMP analytical testing laboratories, and manufacturing support centers, we partner with clients to efficiently advance programs from early development through commercialization.

Our experienced industry experts and continued investment in state-of-the-art facilities reflect our commitment to quality, speed, and reliability. United by a shared purpose, we bring meaningful value to patients, healthcare professionals, and health businesses worldwide by delivering services that support a safer, healthier future.

The GMP Manufacturing Technician is responsible for executing and supporting manufacturing, dispensing, and packaging operations for solid dose products (e.g., tablets, capsules, powders) in a current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) environment.

This role ensures all activities are performed in compliance with batch records, SOPs, and regulatory requirements, while maintaining high standards of data integrity, quality, and safety. The technician will operate and maintain solid dose manufacturing equipment and collaborate cross-functionally with Quality, Engineering, and Facilities teams.

• Perform dispensing, blending, granulation, compression, encapsulation, coating, and/or packaging of solid dose products
• Execute GMP manufacturing activities in accordance with batch production records and SOPs
• Document all manufacturing activities accurately in batch records and logbooks in compliance with GDP (Good Documentation Practices)
• Operate and clean solid dose equipment such as:
• Blenders (V-blenders, bin blenders)
• Granulators (high shear/fluid bed)
• Tablet presses and encapsulators
• Coating equipment
• Sieves/mills and packaging lines
• Adhere to all cGMP, FDA, and internal quality standards
• Ensure all documentation is complete, accurate, and audit-ready
• Identify and report deviations, and support investigations and CAPA activities
• Assist in SOP development, revision, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Perform equipment setup, changeover, and basic troubleshooting
• Partner with Maintenance/Engineering on preventive maintenance and repairs
• Ensure proper cleaning and line clearance to maintain compliance and prevent cross-contamination
• Collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams including QA, QC, and Facilities
• Contribute to process efficiency improvements and lean manufacturing initiatives

• Associate degree or technical certification in a science or engineering-related field preferred
• OR High School diploma with relevant experience
• 1-2 years of GMP manufacturing experience, preferably in solid dose / small molecule production

Strong understanding of:

• cGMP regulations
• Solid dose manufacturing processes and equipment
• Batch records, SOPs, and documentation practices
• Familiarity with pharmaceutical manufacturing environments (oral solid dosage forms preferred)

• Ability to operate and troubleshoot manufacturing equipment
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy
• Mechanical aptitude and…