Pharmaceutical Technician I

Catalent Pharma Solutions; Chelsea (MA); On-site; USD 33,062 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined career path

Diverse, inclusive culture

152 hours of PTO + 8 paid holidays

Generous 401K match

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Catalent Pharma Solutions is seeking a Pharmaceutical Technician I in Chelsea, Massachusetts. This role requires operating equipment for GMP manufacturing operations, ensuring compliance with cleanliness and documentation standards.

The ideal candidate will possess a High School Diploma or GED, with a strong attention to detail. The position offers a defined career path and benefits such as tuition reimbursement and generous PTO.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 1 year of GMP experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail is required.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment under direct supervision for GMP manufacturing operations.
• Perform cleaning and sanitization procedures.
• Maintain compliance with GMP and EHS requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Basic GMP understanding

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Pharmaceutical Technician I

Position Summary

• Work Schedule: 2/2/3 Work Schedule - 6:00am to 6:00pm
• 100% on-site

The Chelsea facility is Catalent’s global Center of Excellence for spray dry dispersion and Dry Powder Inhaler (DPI) capsule manufacture and packaging. The site features inhaled powder spray drying, as well as multiple commercial-scale lines for capsule filling and blister packaging. On-site spray dryers include best-in-class GEA Niro SD1, SD4 and SD7, the latter being the largest Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMP) unit of its kind for DPI in North America.

The Role

• Operate equipment per SOP under direct supervision; Executes GMP manufacturing operations across assigned unit operations (e.g., spray drying, blending, encapsulation, packaging)
• Performs cleaning and sanitization (CIP, COP, manual)
• Accurately completes batch documentation in real time
• Handles materials, staging, and transfers
• Performs basic inspections of equipment and processing areas; Identifies and escalates deviations, safety concerns, or equipment issues
• Maintains compliance with GMP and EHS requirements
• Other duties as assigned

The Candidate

• High School Diploma or GED is required
• Prior experience is not required; 1 year of GMP experience is preferred
• Strong attention to detail is required
• Basic GMP understanding is preferred
• Must have the ability to follow procedures and instructions

Pay

• The anticipated hourly rate for this position in Massachusetts is $24.00 - $26.00. The final hourly rate offered to a successful candidate may vary, and will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to: the type and length of experience within the job, type and length of experience within the industry, skillset, education, business needs, etc. Catalent is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states.

Why you should join Catalent

• Defined career path and annual performance review and feedback process
• Diverse, inclusive culture
• Potential for career growth on an expanding team within an organization dedicated to preserving and bettering lives
• 152 hours of PTO + 8 paid holidays
• Generous 401K match
• Medical, dental and vision benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement- Let us help you finish your degree or start a new degree!

Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans.