Groninger Technician

Fagron Sterile Services US (FSS); Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with a company matching

medical

vision and dental

health savings account (HSA)

holiday/paid time off

Job summary

Fagron Sterile Services US (FSS) in Wichita, KS seeks a Groninger Technician to set up, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain Groninger filling, stoppering, and packaging equipment in an FDA-regulated 503B facility, ensuring all activities meet cGMP and quality standards.

Responsibilities include performing changeovers, line clearances, preventive maintenance, documenting GMP records, supporting validations and CAPAs, and collaborating with Production, Quality, Validation and Engineering teams.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a technical field preferred.
• 25 years of pharmaceutical manufacturing or maintenance experience.
• Experience with Groninger equipment strongly preferred.
• Experience in sterile, aseptic, or injectable manufacturing environments preferred.
• Knowledge of automated filling and packaging systems.
• Understanding of cGMP requirements and aseptic manufacturing.
• Ability to read schematics and technical documentation.
• Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate and set up Groninger filling and packaging equipment.
• Perform changeovers, adjustments, and line clearances.
• Monitor equipment performance and troubleshoot issues.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Maintain GMP-compliant documentation and records.
• Support validations, investigations, CAPAs, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Validation, and Engineering teams.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Root-cause analysis

Communication

Teamwork

Schematics reading

Education

Associate degree in a technical field

Tools

Groninger equipment

Automation systems

Job description

This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13625142

Who We Are

Since 1990, we've grown into a global leader in personalized medicine.

Today, our +5,000 energetic employees are based in +80 locations in Europe, North America, South America, Africa and Asia-Pacific and are working together to support over 200,000 customers worldwide.

From compounding and natural products to software, equipment, and genomics we deliver smart, ready-to-use solutions that make healthcare better.

We're passionate, science-driven, and always looking for new ways to improve lives.

Explore your future at Fagron Career Site.

About The Job

The Groninger Technician is responsible for the setup, operation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and optimization of Groninger automated filling, stoppering, capping, and packaging equipment used in aseptic pharmaceutical manufacturing. This role supports the production of sterile compounded medications within an FDA-regulated 503B Outsourcing Facility and ensures all manufacturing activities comply with cGMP, company procedures, and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and set up Groninger filling and packaging equipment.
• Perform changeovers, adjustments, and line clearances.
• Monitor equipment performance and troubleshoot issues.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Maintain GMP-compliant documentation and records.
• Support validations, investigations, CAPAs, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Validation, and Engineering teams.

Basic Qualifications

• Associate degree in a technical field preferred.
• 25 years of pharmaceutical manufacturing or maintenance experience.
• Experience with Groninger equipment strongly preferred.
• Experience in sterile, aseptic, or injectable manufacturing environments preferred.
• Knowledge of automated filling and packaging systems.
• Understanding of cGMP requirements and aseptic manufacturing.
• Ability to read schematics and technical documentation.
• Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Working Conditions

• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to wear cleanroom gowning and PPE.
• Pharmaceutical manufacturing and cleanroom environments.
• May require overtime, weekends, or on-call support.

What's on Offer?

Fagron offers its associates competitive salaries and a wide range of benefits including a 401(k) plan with a company matching contribution, medical, vision and dental, health savings account (HSA), holiday/paid time off.

• 401(k) plan with a company matching contribution
• medical
• vision and dental
• health savings account (HSA)
• holiday/paid time off

At Fagron, you'll find plenty of chances to grow both personally and professionally. We work in an open, dynamic environment where your ideas and talents can shine.

Ready For The Challenge?

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Diversity makes us stronger, and we're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome.

Fagron US is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law.