Chemical Processor-3rd Shift

Cosette Pharmaceuticals Inc.; Lincolnton (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Cosette Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a US-based company that manufactures bulk pharmaceutical batches and supports development, manufacturing and commercial operations.

The role emphasizes cleaning and sanitizing compounding equipment, weighing raw materials, and operating standard equipment to produce materials in a GMP environment. Successful candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent, basic knowledge of GMPs, strong attention to detail, good math and communication skills, and the

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Fundamental knowledge of cGMP’s, GDP’s and previous pharmaceutical or chemical manufacturing is desirable.
• Powered Industrial Trucks license desirable; to be obtained and maintained.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning and sanitization of compounding equipment such as Tanks, Mixers, Pumps and other ancillary equipment.
• Weighing of raw materials as specified by the Master Batch Formula.
• Manufacturing of bulk pharmaceutical batches through the operation of compounding equipment and addition of raw materials as specified by the SOPs.
• Documenting information completely and accurately and reviewing documentation thoroughly.
• Maintain Good Manufacturing Practices, Good Documentation Practices and safety SOP training.
• Ability to use steam water, purified water, and manual and automated equipment safely.
• Ability to safely handle and weigh raw materials using Powered Industrial Trucks and other equipment.
• Maintain current training status on all SOP, Safety Policies, and departmental tasks.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Good math

Communication

Time management

Troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Windows-based applications

Scales

Pumps

Mills and Mixers

Water systems

Job description

Cosette Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a US-based, fully integrated pharmaceutical company with capabilities in product development, manufacturing, and commercial operations. Cosette has a fast-growing portfolio of branded pharmaceuticals consisting of products in the cardiology, women's health, and migraine markets. Cosette has a long history in quality manufacturing of complex dosage forms including topical creams, ointments, oral liquids/solutions and suppositories, which has led to consistent supply to customers and commercialization success. Cosette has corporate and manufacturing facilities in New Jersey and North Carolina and is supported by more than 300 dedicated employees across all functional areas.

Innovating every day.™

Basic Purpose:

Manufacturing of Bulk Pharmaceutical Batches.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Cleaning and sanitization of Compounding equipment such as Tanks, Mixers, Pumps and other ancillary equipment.
• Weighing of raw materials as specified by the Master Batch Formula.
• Manufacturing of bulk pharmaceutical batches through the operation of Compounding equipment and addition of raw materials as specified by the Standard Operating Instructions and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Documenting information completely and accurately and reviewing documentation thoroughly.
• Maintain Good Manufacturing Practices, Good Documentation Practices, and compliance in Safety and SOP Training.
• Ability to use steam water, purified water, and manual and automated equipment in a safe, effective, and efficient manner.
• Ability to safely and accurately handle and weigh raw materials using Powered Industrial Trucks and other equipment and tools.
• Maintain current training status on all SOP, Safety Policies, and departmental tasks.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications and Physical Requirements:

The following describes the general knowledge, skills, qualifications, and physical requirements normally associated with performing the essential functions of this job. In compliance with law Cosette Laboratories will consider varying or modifying these standards to provide individuals with disabilities an equal employment opportunity.

Education/Training/Work Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Fundamental knowledge of cGMP’s, GDP’s and previous pharmaceutical or chemical manufacturing is desirable.

Specialized Knowledge and Skills:

• Good math, communication (written and verbal), time management, and troubleshooting skills.
• Attention to detail, accuracy, and completeness when documenting information and/or reviewing documents.
• Some mechanical aptitude.

Equipment and Applications:

• Windows based applications, parts washer, scales, drum roller, manufacturing tanks, water systems, pumps, mills, mixers
• Powered Industrial Trucks-Must obtain and then maintain issued Powered Industrial Truck license.
• Drum Hauler-Must obtain and then maintain a company issued license to operate the Drum Hauler

Work Environment and Physical Demands (List required PPE's):

• Ability to work in a wet environment requiring additional PPE.
• Maintain all manufacturing areas in a clean and sanitary condition and in compliance with GMP’s.
• Ability to wear a respirator or PAPR.
• Ability to wear steel toed shoes.
• Be able to repeatedly lift 50 lbs.
• Obey all facility safety policies.
• Obey all company rules and policies.