Pharmaceutical Technician I

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

Benefits offered by this job

Defined career path

Generous 401(k) match

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Job summary

JobRx, Inc. is seeking a Pharmaceutical Technician I in Chelsea, Massachusetts. In this role, you will operate equipment, maintain compliance with GMP standards, and support manufacturing operations under supervision.

The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma or GED and strong attention to detail. The position offers an hourly rate of $24.00 - $26.00 and a variety of benefits including 152 hours of PTO and medical coverage.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment per SOP under direct supervision.
• Perform cleaning and sanitization (CIP, COP, manual).
• Accurately complete batch documentation in real time.
• Handle materials, staging, and transfers.
• 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; execute GMP manufacturing operations across assigned unit operations (e.g., spray drying, blending, encapsulation, packaging)
• Perform cleaning and sanitization (CIP, COP, manual)
• Accurately complete batch documentation in real time
• Handle materials, staging, and transfers
• Perform basic inspections of equipment and processing areas; identify and escalte deviations, safety concerns, or equipment issues
• Maintain 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 depending on factors such as experience, skillset, education, and business needs.

Benefits

• 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 401(k) match
• Medical, dental and vision benefits
• Tuition reimbursement to help finish or start a degree

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