Process Technician

Catalent Pharma Solutions; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid holidays

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Catalent has a Process Technician opening at its Manassas, VA site. You will operate production lines, set up equipment, and ensure adherence to specifications and GMP standards to minimize downtime and improve quality. This 4‑day shift requires strong mechanical aptitude and precise documentation.

Join a fast‑paced, safety‑driven team with opportunities for growth, competitive benefits from day one, tuition assistance, and a strong focus on continuous improvement and collaboration.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical problems.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems and components.
• Understanding of equipment used in manufacturing.
• Ability to communicate effectively with engineers, operators, customers, staff, and other personnel.
• Ability to provide detailed documentation of daily activities.
• Ability to use calibrated measurement tools.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Operate production line to maximize production with high‑quality output.
• Follow standardized work to perform equipment setups and manage equipment change parts.
• Understand and follow all cGMP and SOP regulations.
• Perform detailed cleaning of encapsulation change parts using various cleaning solutions.
• Accurately complete all applicable documentation pertaining to daily tasks.
• Monitor key change part parameters in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
• Provide technical troubleshooting to investigate alignment, production, and setup issues.
• Provide data and possible solutions for setup‑related process requests.
• Act as a team member to build cross-functional collaboration.
• Manage setup schedule to minimize production downtime.
• Monitor and build a strong safety culture.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical systems

Mechanical drawings

Communication

Education

High School/GED

Associate’s degree preferred

Tools

Calibrated measurement tools

Hand-held tools

Equipment alignment tools

Job description

About Site

The ~70,000‑square‑foot Manassas facility operates within Catalent’s Consumer Health portfolio, supporting programs from early development through commercial manufacturing and packaging. It is designed for dietary supplement and food‑safety cGMP operations, making it distinct from Catalent’s traditional pharmaceutical and biologics manufacturing sites.

Position Summary

We have an opportunity for a Process Technician to join our team. In this role, you will operate production lines, perform equipment setups, and ensure machines meet manufacturer specifications. You will help reduce process variability, minimize downtime, and support continuous improvement projects. This position plays a key role in maintaining high‑quality output and efficient production operations.

Shift: Monday through Thursday, 6am‑6:30pm Location: Manassas, VA 100% Onsite

The Role

• Operate production line to maximize production with high‑quality output.
• Follow standardized work to perform equipment setups and manage equipment change parts.
• Understand and follow all cGMP and SOP regulations.
• Perform detailed cleaning of encapsulation change parts using various cleaning solutions.
• Accurately complete all applicable documentation pertaining to daily tasks.
• Monitor key change part parameters in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
• Provide technical troubleshooting to investigate alignment, production, and setup issues.
• Provide data and possible solutions for setup‑related process requests.
• Act as a team member to build cross-functional collaboration.
• Manage setup schedule to minimize production downtime.
• Monitor and build a strong safety culture.
• Identify hazards and support countermeasure implementation.
• Other duties as assigned.

The Candidate Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED) required.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical problems.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems and components.
• Understanding of equipment used in manufacturing.
• Ability to communicate effectively with engineers, manufacturing operators, customers, staff, and other personnel.
• Ability to provide detailed documentation of daily activities.
• Ability to use calibrated measurement tools.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings.
• Experience with Microsoft Office.
• Performing setup and alignment tasks on all necessary equipment and machinery, including operation of hand‑held and specialty tools.
• Transporting tools, carts, and required items to and from appropriate areas while maintaining a safe and orderly work environment.
• Working in industrial settings requiring kneeling, squatting, crawling, sitting, overhead reach, pushing, pulling, and tool use.
• Positioning equipment for setup, including handling items from 1 to 15 lbs. and larger equipment requiring multiple personnel for lifts over 50 lbs.
• Operating appropriate work saver equipment safely in a dynamic environment.
• Wearing required safety gear such as eye protection, lab coats, hair and beard nets, and steel‑toed safety shoes.
• Following plant safety and hazardous material procedures.
• Occasional exposure to outdoor weather conditions (rain, heat, cold, snow).

Preferred Skills & Background

• Associate’s degree preferred.
• 3–5 years of prior experience in a technical manufacturing role focusing on mechanical alignment and changeover skills.
• Experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or food manufacturing environments regulated by Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards preferred.
• Experience in food or nutraceutical manufacturing is a plus.

Why You Should Join Catalent

• Positive and fast‑paced working environment focusing on continual improvement and innovation.
• Competitive Paid Time Off plus 8 paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits effective day one of employment.
• Tuition Reimbursement to support educational growth.
• Employee Engagement activities such as potlucks, cookouts, and monthly birthday recognitions.
• Employee Resource Groups promoting Diversity and Inclusion.
• Environmentally friendly and community engagement initiatives.
• Defined career path with annual performance reviews and growth opportunities.
• WellHub program promoting physical and mental wellness.
• Perkspot discounts from over 900 merchants across various categories.

Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career! Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life‑saving and life‑enhancing products to patients around the world.

Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference. personal initiative. dynamic pace. meaningful work.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email, and confirming your request for an accommodation and include the job number, title and location to [e-mail]. This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be processed by a U.S. Catalent employee and then routed to a local recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the application or hiring process.

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Catalent, Inc. is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) whose mission is to develop, manufacture, and supply products that help people live better and healthier lives. Catalent is dedicated to delivering unparalleled service to pharma, biotech, and consumer health customers, supporting product development, launch, and full life‑cycle supply. With time‑tested experience in development sciences, delivery technologies, and multi‑modality manufacturing, Catalent supports the acceleration of development programs and the launch of more than a hundred new products every year. Powered by thousands of scientists and technicians and the latest technology platforms at more than 40 global sites, Catalent supplies billions of doses of life‑enhancing and life‑saving treatments for patients annually.