Purdue Pharma L.P. · 3 days ago
Mfg. Pharmaceutical Technician, Granulation & Blending (8pm – 6:30 am, M-TH)
Wilson, NC
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expPurdue Pharma L.P. develops, manufactures, and markets medications to meet healthcare needs, focusing on innovation in patient care. The Pharmaceutical Technician will operate production equipment, adhere to compliance guidelines, and ensure quality throughout the manufacturing process.
BiotechnologyHealth CarePharmaceutical
No H1B
Responsibilities
Follow Master Batch Records for the manufacturing of controlled, oral solid dose (OSD) and other dosage forms when required
Prepare raw materials, blends, and bulk accountability throughout manufacturing processes
Performs weight checks for incoming and dispensed materials ensuring compliance with established procedures. Operates scales including set-up, verification, leveling and challenging
Identify, report, and resolve quality issues
Safely and in compliance with batch records and SOPs, set up, operate, and clean manufacturing and/or packaging equipment (oral solid dose manufacturing may include rotor sieves, granulators, blenders, coaters, encapsulators, compression machines, etc.)
Perform in-process testing and inspections as required by Master Batch Record (weighing, tablet thickness, tablet hardness, friability, visual inspection, etc.)
Clean and sanitize manufacturing areas including walls, floors, and ceilings per SOPs
Report accidents and unsafe conditions or unusual circumstances to supervisor
Complete accurate and timely documentation. Follow good documentation practices in accordance with GMP
Process labeling and components correctly; transferring, counting, FIFO, returns, etc. during packaging processes
Actively participate in Production team and Site communication meetings
Maintain regular and punctual attendance; work overtime as required
Support GMP investigations and events
Identify and report potential GMP impacting situations
Contribute to Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) writing in your technical area
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or equivalent
General ability to perform basic to complex mathematical computations of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
Understanding of the Metric System of Measurement
Clear, accurate, effective, and timely written and verbal communication
Strong attention to detail and ability to write and record data legibly and accurately in accordance with cGMP regulations
Work effectively with others to achieve goals, build strong working relationships and a positive work environment
General ability to collect, organize and analyze data
Ability to recognize, analyze and solve a variety of problems
Ability to take ownership of work, doing what is needed without being asked and appropriate follow-through
Being receptive to feedback, willingness to learn, and open to continuous improvement
Embrace and support Operational Excellence Culture and Initiatives
Demonstrate ambition and discipline to achieve organizational and career goals
Availability to work site schedule of 10.5 hours a day, Monday-Thursday and overtime as needed
Occasionally move/traverse, ascend/descend step ladders, stairs, and/or platforms
Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment including PAPR (Powered Air Purifying Respirator)
Occasionally, transport materials using manual and power assisted vehicles including manually pushing and pulling drums, totes, boxes, and pallets
Lift and maneuver empty drums weighing up to 40 pounds up to five times per day; push and maneuver drums containing product weighing up to 275 pounds up to five times per day
Perform cleaning and assembly/disassembly on production equipment which may require pulling, pushing, or twisting to remove equipment shields, parts, and panels. Equipment and parts may weigh up to 50 pounds
Preferred
Up to three years pharmaceutical industry experience preferred or an equivalent combination of education, demonstrated mechanical skill, and experience in a similar industry
Preferred experience in oral solid dose (OSD) pharmaceuticals with Granulation and Blending formulations
Company
Purdue Pharma L.P.
Purdue and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market medications to meet the evolving needs of healthcare professionals, patients, and caregivers.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.8MKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2018-05-29Grant· $1.8M
Leadership Team
Marc Kesselman
Chief Legal Officer & EVP Strategy and Corporate Affairs
Recent News
Hartford Business Journal
2025-11-19
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