Production Compounder, Production -- 1st, 2nd, 3rd shift

Padagis LLC; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 35,817 - 42,705; Full time

Job summary

A leading generic prescription pharmaceutical company in Minneapolis, MN, is seeking skilled Formulators for multiple shifts. Responsibilities include preparing raw materials, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, and completing production documentation. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, strong math skills, and prior production experience. Competitive hourly rates of $26.00 to $31.00 based on experience, plus shift differentials.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to execute right-the-first-time Batch Records and Log Books in compliance.
• Must be medically cleared to wear respirators without restrictions.
• Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Prepares batches of raw materials for production processing.
• Responsible for formulation operations ensuring efficiency.
• Cleans and sanitizes processing equipment.

Skills

Strong math aptitude

Computer proficiency

Previous production knowledge and experience

Excellent attendance and work history

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Formulator positions are available for 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift at our manufacturing facility in New Hope, MN. These roles require proficiency in performing most formulation functions within Oral Solid Dosage (OSD) or Life Science Solutions (LSS).

$26.00 - $31.00 per hour based on skills, experience, and qualifications.
2nd shift has an additional $1.75/hr shift pay, and 3rd shift has an additional $2.25/hr shift pay.

Shift Hours

• 1st shift: 6am-2pm Mon-Fri
• 2nd shift: 2pm-10pm Mon-Fri
• 3rd shift: 10pm-6am Sun-Thurs

Job Duties

• Prepares batches of raw materials for production processing according to specifications and established procedures.
• Responsible for formulation operations ensuring efficiency and effectiveness (RFT) for both manufacturing and documentation. Ensures that no known defect is passed to upstream processes.
• Responsible for efficient and effective set ups, cleaning and changeovers.
• Obtains materials from inventory and utilizes scales or automated equipment to accurately weight. Cleans and sanitizes processing equipment, tanks, filters, pipes, lines, and pumps.
• Follows hazardous material handling and personal protective equipment requirements, if applicable.
• Trains/coaches others and personally adheres to SOP, cGMP, DEA and Safety compliance. Identifies and communicates compliance, safety and/or quality issues to next level. Performs in-process quality procedures.
• Completes all documentation or logbooks accurately and in accordance with GMP.
• Ensures 5S is applied in area of responsibility and as part of daily work. Participates in and trains others in monthly Quality and PASS audits.
• Participates and/or leads investigations and continuous improvement initiatives as it relates to quality, safety, productivity, and cost, on time deliver or other related duties specific to the department as assigned.
• Ensures personal training is up-to-date in Learning Management System.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required
• Strong math aptitude (calculations, percentages)
• Previous production knowledge and experience
• Demonstrated ability to execute right-the-first-time Batch Records, Log Books, and other documentation in compliance within good documentation practices
• Excellent attendance and work history
• Computer proficiency

Additional Requirements

• Physical requirements:
  • Stand on concrete floors for extended periods of time
  • Lift up to 50 lbs frequently
  • Ascend and descend stepladders
  • Push or pull up to 1200 pounds
  • Stoop, squat, and bend
  • Reach laterally regularly, and overhead occasionally
  • Frequently grasp objects
  • Wear negative and/or positive PPE (e.g., dust mask, PAPR) daily for long periods of time
  • Must possess sufficient visual and audio acuity to work safely and accurately in an industrial environment
  • Must be medically cleared to wear respirators without restrictions
• Other requirements:
  • Follow and comply with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and Safety/Housekeeping guidelines
  • Possess knowledge and skills to lead continuous improvement initiatives as well as quality investigations, which may require basic computer skills
  • Must work a minimum of 40 hours per week

Key Competencies

• Service delivery – Understand who your internal and external customers are, identify their needs, and deliver value above their expectations
• Active collaboration – Seek opportunities to work together across teams, function, business units, and geographies to seek success
• Demonstrate agility – Proactively identify changes in our environment and act quickly, leading or embracing change
• Think differently – Create, develop, and implement new ideas, products, services, or processes that involve introducing something new or significantly improving something that already exists
• Excellent execution – Achieve outstanding results in all aspects of our organization, including our culture, leadership, strategy, and processes

About Us

At Padagis our focus is on health care products that improve people’s lives. We are a market-leading generic prescription pharmaceutical company that specializes in “extended topical” medications, like creams, foams, mousses, gels, liquids and inhalable products. We have a high growth trajectory with more than 1,300 employees across six locations in the United States and Israel. We’ve already established a successful track record of launching first-to-file and first-to-market generic pharmaceutical products that have helped to make prescription products more affordable for patients and reduce costs for the healthcare system.

What’s Next

At Padagis, a real recruiter and hiring manager will review your application, not just a bot. We will pay special attention to each application submitted for the position. While it could take a couple of days for us to get back with you, please monitor your email for updates.