Production Lab Technician – Reference Standards

US Pharmacopeia; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 38,572 - 45,460; Full time

Job summary

US Pharmacopeia in Frederick, MD seeks an Associate Production Laboratory Technician for hands-on reference standards production in an automated and manual packaging setting. You will follow USP quality protocols, operate production equipment, and document sampling in the Oracle ERP system as part of a cohesive team.

The role emphasizes safety, attention to batch records, and continuous learning with opportunities to develop mechanical and technical expertise in a GMP environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a physical science; substitutions allowed with related experience.
• Exposure to PPE and controlled sterile environments; safe handling of materials.
• Pass a pulmonary function test and wear N95 respirators as required.
• Immunization against Hepatitis B or willingness to complete vaccination.

Responsibilities

• Produce USP Reference Standards and materials per best practices; document batch and sampling activities.
• Operate production equipment (fillers, labeling, capping) and maintain safety culture.
• Document sampling in Oracle ERP and other systems; monitor production targets.
• Assist with materials inventory and physical stock counts; support supply chain activities.
• Develop basic troubleshooting skills and seek guidance for complex tasks.

Skills

PPE knowledge

Pulmonary function testing

N95 respirator use

Hepatitis B vaccination readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in physical science

Four years of related experience (substitution for degree)

Job description

US Pharmacopeia in Frederick, MD seeks an Associate Production Laboratory Technician for hands-on reference standards production in an automated and manual packaging setting. You will follow USP quality protocols, operate production equipment, and document sampling in the Oracle ERP system as part of a cohesive team.

The role emphasizes safety, attention to batch records, and continuous learning with opportunities to develop mechanical and technical expertise in a GMP environment.