Pharmacy - Tablet Press Operator

Stokes Pharmacy; Mount Laurel Township (NJ); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Stokes Pharmacy is seeking a full-time Pharmacy Tablet Press Operator to assist in the non-sterile compounding lab. The role involves weighing materials, setting up and operating tablet press equipment, and ensuring production schedules are met.

Candidates should have strong communication, problem solving, and teamwork skills, with the ability to follow safety protocols and gowning requirements. The position is 1st shift with potential for overtime and benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, and understand English fluently.
• In-house Technician Certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Protective gear (gown, hair bonnet, mask, gloves, etc.) must be worn during compounding.
• Able to stand/sit 8–10 hours and lift up to 35 pounds occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Weigh powders for tablet production and set up tablet press.
• Operate tablet press per schedule; maintain calibration.
• Disassemble and clean tablet press after runs; sanitize area.
• Maintain cleanliness of tablet press room and logs for runs.
• Perform in-process tests (weight, thickness, hardness, friability, visuals).
• Report equipment needs and follow safety guidelines per SOPs.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Initiative

Organizational skills

Punctuality

Education

In-house Technician Certification

Tools

Tablet press machine

Job description

The Pharmacy Tablet Press Operator is responsible for the compounding of oral solid dosage products. This position works collaboratively with the pharmacist and other Tableting Technicians in the non-sterile compounding lab to meet production goals in a timely manner.

Starting at $18/hour based on experience plus twice a year bonuses

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Weighing of powder for tablet production
• Set-up tablet press machine for tablet production
• Operate assigned tablet press machine to produce tablets on production schedule
• Disassemble, clean and reassemble tablet press machine after each production run
• Maintain the cleanliness of the tablet press room during and after each production run
• Cleaning and sanitization of tablet press rooms including walls, floors, and ceilings per current SOPs
• During each production run the press operator will adjust the tablet press machine for proper tablet parameters
• Perform all in-process testing and inspections as required by the Master Formulation Record (i.e. weighing, tablet thickness, tablet hardness, friability, visual inspection, etc.)
• Maintain lubrication of the equipment as specified in the batch record and the cleaning SOP
• Fill out required logs and logbooks pertaining to each production run
• Report any needs for facility or machine repairs
• Follow all safety, state, and USP <795> and <800> guidelines for preparation of compounded medications

Required Education and Experience

• Compounding, tableting or cGMP experience preferred but not required
• Must be capable of wearing all protective gear (gown, hair bonnet, mask, beard cover, gloves, goggles)
• Must be able to follow gowning/garbing procedures (cannot wear make up and must remove jewelry before compounding)
• Must possess strong verbal, written, and oral communication skills; must be able to work independently or with a team; must possess problem solving skills
• Recognizes priorities and takes action; makes productive use of time
• Must exhibit punctuality and low absenteeism
• Able to sit and/or stand 8-10 hours or more per day if needed
• May need to lift up to thirty five (35) pounds on occasion

Eligibility Qualifications

Required upon hire (or within 90 days):

• In-house Technician Certification
• Attention to Detail
• Initiative
• Organizational Skills
• Technical Capacity
• Teamwork

This job operates primarily in a controlled laboratory environment. This position requires the use of standard office equipment and laboratory equipment.

Language Skills

Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English fluently and have the ability to read and interpret documents such as operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.

Mathematical Skills

Uses addition, subtraction, multiplication and the division of numbers including decimals and fractions when checking of reports, forms, records and comparable data where interpretation is required involving basic skills knowledge.

Reasoning Ability

Must have the ability to solve practical problems and deal with concrete variables in situations where substantial standardization exists. Must be able to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, and diagram or schedule form.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• May need to lift up to twenty-five (35) pounds on occasion

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time 1st shift position. Because of the nature of the business, work schedules may vary at times.

Disclaimer

The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. It is not designed to capture or illustrate a comprehensive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this job.

Travel

No travel is expected for this position.

AAP/EEO Statement

Stokes Healthcare is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affiantive Action Employer.