Formulation & Filling Technician - GMP Manufacturing

August Bioservices; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

August Bioservices in Nashville, TN is hiring experienced manufacturing technicians to support our growing formulations and filling teams. This on-site role requires ensuring a controlled GMP environment, aseptic handling, and adherence to GDP and batch records.

You will perform cleaning, preparation, equipment transfer, sterilization, and packaging tasks, train on procedures, and collaborate with QA, QC, engineering, and maintenance to keep production flowing.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; science/engineering degree preferred but not required.
• 1+ years in pharmaceutical manufacturing environments.
• Mechanical aptitude to operate and troubleshoot a variety of equipment and instruments.
• Understanding of GMP and GDP standards.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow SOPs and complete documentation tasks accurately.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with technical documentation.
• Mathematical skills for measurements and calculations (e.g., volume, weight).
• Physical ability to lift 30–50 lbs and wear PPE for extended periods.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Prolonged standing/walking in cleanroom environments.
• Must be able to wear fully protective gowning for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and transport materials weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Punctuality and reliability for assigned shifts.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine cleaning and sanitization of production areas to maintain a controlled and compliant environment.
• Complete training for routine cleaning and sanitization of production areas to maintain a controlled and compliant environment.
• Prepare and transfer materials and components for production using proper sanitization techniques and aseptic handling practices.
• Complete training to prepare and transfer materials and components for production using proper sanitization techniques and aseptic handling practices.
• Utilize proper aseptic techniques in Grade B/C/D and CNC environments during all tasks.
• Adhere to safety and environmental health standards, including proper use of PPE.
• Perform Inspection, labeling, and packaging of vials, IV bags, and syringes.
• Perform dispensing and formulating raw materials for aqueous and non-aqueous products, ensuring accuracy and compliance with batch records.
• Perform preparation of equipment for use using sterilization equipment such as autoclaves and HEPA cabinets.
• Operate and maintain equipment used across all production processes, including formulation, filling, sterilization, inspection, and packaging with support and oversight from other Manufacturing team members.
• Complete all GMP documentation, including batch records, protocols, and deviations, adhering to Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Collaborate cross-functionally with production, QA, QC, engineering, validation, and maintenance teams as required.
• Recognize and report deviations, potential issues, or equipment malfunctions to the management team.
• Load, operate, and unload sterilization equipment, such as autoclaves, terminal sterilizer, and HEPA transfer carts.
• Maintain consistent presence on Manufacturing floor and support all teams in production as needed.
• Assist with set up and operate filling lines and associated equipment, including mixers, tanks, pumps, autoclaves, and HEPA transfer carts.
• Assist with troubleshooting equipment breakdowns.

Skills

GMP/GDP knowledge

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Documentation proficiency

Basic computer skills

Verbal/written communication

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in technical field

Bachelor’s degree in biological/chemical sciences or engineering

Job description

August Bioservices in Nashville, TN is hiring experienced manufacturing technicians to support our growing formulations and filling teams. This on-site role requires ensuring a controlled GMP environment, aseptic handling, and adherence to GDP and batch records.

You will perform cleaning, preparation, equipment transfer, sterilization, and packaging tasks, train on procedures, and collaborate with QA, QC, engineering, and maintenance to keep production flowing.