Manufacturing Operator

ACTalent; Cranbury Township (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

PTO / Vacation

Disability benefits

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Manufacturing Operator to join our growing pharmaceutical manufacturing team in Cranbury, NJ. You will follow cGMP and Good Documentation Practices while assembling and operating equipment and ensuring product quality.

You'll train new operators, coordinate with QA for line clearance, and contribute to a family-like culture and steady production growth in a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing experience.
• GMP experience.
• Basic technical knowledge of manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot problems during manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Follow all procedures and policies in the manufacturing facility.
• Read and update training records with the latest versions of SOPs.
• Clean, set up, and operate all related equipment in the manufacturing facility.
• Produce pharmaceutical products according to cGMP standards.
• Follow Good Documentation Practices.
• Coordinate with the Quality Assurance Department for line clearance after cleaning.
• Collaborate with the Engineering Department or Production Supervisor for equipment breakdowns.
• Train new employees and operators from other processing equipment.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Production Supervisor.

Job description

Job Title: Manufacturing Operator

Join a thriving company as a Manufacturing Operator where you will play a crucial role in producing pharmaceutical products in a regulated environment. Contribute to our growing manufacturing department while enjoying a supportive, family-like atmosphere.

Responsibilities

• Follow all procedures and policies in the manufacturing facility.
• Read and update training records with the latest versions of SOPs.
• Clean, set up, and operate all related equipment in the manufacturing facility.
• Produce pharmaceutical products according to cGMP standards.
• Follow Good Documentation Practices.
• Coordinate with the Quality Assurance Department for line clearance after cleaning.
• Collaborate with the Engineering Department or Production Supervisor for equipment breakdowns.
• Train new employees and operators from other processing equipment.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Production Supervisor.

Essential Skills

• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing experience.
• GMP experience.
• Basic technical knowledge of manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot problems during manufacturing.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associates degree or strong mechanical/technical aptitude.
• Comfortable working in a regulated GMP environment.
• Qualified in the operation of oral solids pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment.
• Basic computer skills; understanding of MS Word and Excel is a plus.
• Effective communication skills for departmental and inter-departmental coordination.
• Ability to perform basic math and handle stress from time pressures and customer demands.

Work Environment

Work in a growing manufacturing department with flexible scheduling options, including weekdays and weekends. Initially, training will be conducted on the first shift, Monday through Friday from 7 am to 3:30 pm for two weeks. After training, the regular shift will be Monday through Friday from 12 pm to 8:30 pm. The environment supports a family-like culture and stable financial growth. The role requires accessibility to all laboratory, manufacturing, and office areas, safe ladder climbing, wearing required PPR in processing areas, and the ability to perform tasks that require prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, and lifting up to 100 lbs.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cranbury, NJ.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $24.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Cranbury,NJ.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.