Dispensing Technician Level 1

Katalyst CRO; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Katalyst CRO is seeking a Dispensing Technician Level 1 to accurately dispense raw materials in a controlled cleanroom environment, supporting API manufacturing under cGMP conditions. This role requires strict adherence to procedures, proper documentation, and a strong safety mindset.

Responsibilities include dispensing, weighing, handling hazardous materials, following SOPs, performing basic lab tests, and maintaining aseptic techniques while ensuring GDP/cGMP compliance.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree and/or equivalent relevant experience.
• Basic understanding or willingness to learn cGMP and cleanroom practices.
• Experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or manufacturing environments is a plus.
• Familiarity with laboratory practices and documentation systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Dispense and weigh raw materials following cGMP guidelines.
• Handle hazardous and non-hazardous materials with proper safety precautions.
• Follow SOPs and execute process recipes accurately.
• Perform basic lab tasks such as pH, conductivity testing, and sampling.
• Maintain aseptic techniques and prevent cross-contamination.
• Operate, clean, and sanitize dispensing equipment.
• Complete and review documentation in GDP and cGMP standards.
• Conduct peer/first-level reviews of dispensing orders after qualification.
• Prepare, transport, and track materials using physical and electronic systems.
• Participate in safety inspections and report observations.
• Attend shift handovers, meetings, and support team projects.
• Perform additional duties to support the Logistics Team as required.

Skills

cGMP compliance

Aseptic technique

Hazardous materials handling

SOP adherence

Documentation

Lab testing (pH, conductivity)

Education

Associate's Degree or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

The Dispensing Technician Level 1 is responsible for accurately dispensing raw materials, including liquids, powders (hazardous and non-hazardous), and acids/bases, under cGMP conditions to support the manufacturing of therapeutic proteins (API). The role requires strict adherence to procedures, proper documentation, and maintaining compliance with safety and quality standards in a controlled cleanroom environment.

• Perform dispensing and weighing of raw materials following cGMP guidelines.
• Handle hazardous and non-hazardous materials with proper safety precautions.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and execute process recipes accurately.
• Perform basic lab tasks such as pH, conductivity testing, and sampling.
• Maintain aseptic techniques and prevent cross-contamination.
• Operate, clean, and sanitize dispensing equipment as per schedule.
• Complete and review documentation in compliance with GDP and cGMP standards.
• Conduct peer/first-level reviews of dispensing orders after qualification.
• Prepare, transport, and track materials using physical and electronic systems.
• Participate in safety inspections and report observations.
• Attend shift handovers, meetings, and support team projects.
• Perform additional duties to support the Logistics Team as required.

Job Description

The Dispensing Technician Level 1 is responsible for accurately dispensing raw materials, including liquids, powders (hazardous and non-hazardous), and acids/bases, under cGMP conditions to support the manufacturing of therapeutic proteins (API). The role requires strict adherence to procedures, proper documentation, and maintaining compliance with safety and quality standards in a controlled cleanroom environment.

• Perform dispensing and weighing of raw materials following cGMP guidelines.
• Handle hazardous and non-hazardous materials with proper safety precautions.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and execute process recipes accurately.
• Perform basic lab tasks such as pH, conductivity testing, and sampling.
• Maintain aseptic techniques and prevent cross-contamination.
• Operate, clean, and sanitize dispensing equipment as per schedule.
• Complete and review documentation in compliance with GDP and cGMP standards.
• Conduct peer/first-level reviews of dispensing orders after qualification.
• Prepare, transport, and track materials using physical and electronic systems.
• Participate in safety inspections and report observations.
• Attend shift handovers, meetings, and support team projects.
• Perform additional duties to support the Logistics Team as required.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Perform dispensing and weighing of raw materials following cGMP guidelines.
• Handle hazardous and non-hazardous materials with proper safety precautions.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and execute process recipes accurately.
• Perform basic lab tasks such as pH, conductivity testing, and sampling.
• Maintain aseptic techniques and prevent cross-contamination.
• Operate, clean, and sanitize dispensing equipment as per schedule.
• Complete and review documentation in compliance with GDP and cGMP standards.
• Conduct peer/first-level reviews of dispensing orders after qualification.
• Prepare, transport, and track materials using physical and electronic systems.
• Participate in safety inspections and report observations.
• Attend shift handovers, meetings, and support team projects.
• Perform additional duties to support the Logistics Team as required.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree and/or equivalent relevant experience
• Basic understanding or willingness to learn cGMP and cleanroom practices
• Experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or manufacturing environments is a plus
• Familiarity with laboratory practices and documentation systems is preferred