Pharma Compounding Technician 1st Shift Monday - Friday 6:00am - 2:30pm

Zoetis

Lincoln (NE)

On-site

USD 35,000 - 50,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

$500 Sign on Bonus

4 weeks accrued paid vacation

13 paid holidays

401(k) match with profit sharing

Tuition reimbursement

Comprehensive health benefits

Job summary

A global leader in animal health is seeking a Pharma Compounding Technician in Lincoln, NE. You will collaborate as part of a team to operate equipment, maintain records, and ensure compliance with safety and SOP standards. The role offers a $500 sign-on bonus, competitive health benefits, and opportunities for career growth in a recognized safe manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Ability to meet physical requirements of 20-50 lbs.
Language skills: able to read and interpret procedures.

Responsibilities

Operate pharmaceutical compounding equipment and perform related tasks.
Maintain and complete accurate records.
Follow all applicable SOPs and current Good Manufacturing Practices.

Skills

Ability to meet physical requirements

Language skills for procedure interpretation

Math skills

Basic mechanical understanding

Proficient in using handheld calculators

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical school certification or college coursework

Job description

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Zoetis is the world's largest Manufacturer and Supplier of Animal Pharmaceuticals.

At Zoetis in Lincoln, NE, we manufacture high quality medicines for dogs, cats, and livestock. Our plant has been recognized as one of the Nebraska's Safest Companies, with a long-standing presence in the Lincoln community. We are a clean, modern site that continues to innovate and grow.

Benefits Include:

$500 Sign on Bonus

4 weeks accrued paid vacation and 13 paid holidays.

401(k) match with company profit sharing.

Tuition reimbursement and Student Loan repayment program.

Great Health, personal, and family benefits starting day 1.

Position Summary

Collaborate as part of a team to operate pharmaceutical compounding equipment and perform related tasks. Ensure accurate and timely documentation of all activities. Maintain a positive attitude and demonstrate strong teamwork skills. Exhibit reliable attendance and a commitment to workplace responsibilities.

Hours: 1st Shift, Monday - Friday 6:00 am - 2:30pm. Overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required.

Position Responsibilities

Record Keeping and Documentation

Maintain and complete accurate records, including timecards, batch records, and logbooks.

Equipment Operation

Operate assigned equipment such as blenders, dryers, Glatt Granulators, weigh room scales, and liquid vessels.
Clean production equipment and facilities.
Set up and disassemble production equipment.
Operate in-process devices including moisture analyzers and pH meters.
Use material handling devices such as electric pallet jacks, manual pallet jacks, and hi-lifts.
Apply the metric system to process-related calculations.

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) / cGMP Compliance

Follow all applicable SOPs and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs).
Adhere to dress code policies.

Safety Practices

Apply safe manufacturing practices, including lock-out/tag-out procedures.
Read and interpret Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
Properly use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required, including safety shoes, glasses, respirators, gloves, and hearing protection.

Decision-Making Skills

Follow written and verbal instructions accurately.
Recognize when to stop processes due to anomalies.
Learn to identify out-of-specification materials.

Process Knowledge

Understand production and process flow.
Know proper staging and storage locations for supplies and equipment.
Learn key terminology related to pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Communication Skills

Communicate effectively with peers and supervisors.
Use appropriate communication techniques to support teamwork.

Personal Computer Skills

Perform PC-based tasks, including SAP transactions and BMS activities (e.g., Walk-In Dryers).

Education and Experience

Required Job-Related Candidate Qualifications (Education, Experience, Skills)

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of the job.
Language skills: able to read and interpret procedures.
Math skills: ability to apply general math concepts.
Basic mechanical understanding and experience using various hand tools.
Proficient in using handheld calculators.

Preferred Candidate Qualifications

Technical school certification or 1-2 years of college coursework.
Minimum of two years' experience in a manufacturing environment.
Familiarity with personal computers and Windows-based applications.

Physical Position Requirements

Physical Demands

Learn and apply proper lifting techniques.
Routinely lift 20-40 lbs.; occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
Ability to work flexible hours and overtime as needed.
Perform tasks that may require climbing, sitting, crouching, reaching, or standing for extended periods.
Exposure to cleaning chemicals.
Exposure to loud noise levels.
Exposure to temperature variations.
Work at heights up to 25 feet (e.g., tops of tanks and blenders).

About Zoetis

At Zoetis, our purpose is to nurture the world and humankind by advancing care for animals. As a Fortune 500 company and the world leader in animal health, we discover, develop, manufacture and commercialize vaccines, medicines, diagnostics and other technologies for companion animals and livestock. We know our people drive our success. Our award-winning culture, built around our Core Beliefs, focuses on our colleagues' careers, connection and support. We offer competitive healthcare and retirement savings benefits, along with an array of benefits, policies and programs to support employee well-being in every sense, from health and financial wellness to family and lifestyle resources.

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