Job Title: Production Operator II / III / Sr. Operator
Location: Chantilly, Virginia, USA
Positions: 10
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary Range: $47,000 - $70,000 annually ($23 - $35/hour)
Shift Availability: 2nd (4:00pm – 12:30am) & 3rd (12:00am – 8:30am)
Work Authorization: U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident only
Job Summary
Granules Pharmaceuticals is hiring Production Operators (Level II/III/Senior) for its Oral Solid Dosage (OSD) manufacturing facility in Chantilly, VA. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience operating and maintaining state‑of‑the‑ pharmaceutical equipment in a cGMP‑regulated environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate equipment for processes such as Compression, Granulation, Coating, Encapsulation, Wurster Coating, and Fluid Bed Drying.
- Perform equipment setup, operation, cleaning, and dismantling.
- Follow cGMPs, SOPs, and FDA regulatory guidelines.
- Accurately complete batch records, logbooks, and production documentation.
- Sample and inspect product batches.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant workspace.
- Participate in continuous improvement projects and cross‑functional collaboration.
- Troubleshoot and upscale process/equipment issues.
Must‑Have Qualifications
- OSD manufacturing experience is required.
- Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).
- Experience with tablet presses and encapsulation equipment:
- Fette 3200i / P 3030
- MG2 Planeta
- Korsch XM 12
- Hands‑on expertise in one or more of the following: Compression, Granulation, Encapsulation, Coating, Wurster Coating, Bead Towers, Fluid Bed Dryers.
- Basic English communication skills (reading/speaking).
- Ability to work overtime and different shifts as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma practices.
- Experience working with potent compounds.
- Forklift certification (may be required for certain roles).
- High School Diploma, GED, or Associate Degree.
- 2–5 years (Level II) or 5+ years (Level III) of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Physical Requirements
- Must stand for extended periods (up to 12 hours).
- Able to lift/move 50 lbs, climb ladders, wear respirators/PPE.
- Work in regulated environments (lab/manufacturing areas).
- Relocation support and temporary accommodation.
- Full‑time healthcare benefits, 401(k) matching, PTO.
- Drug screening & background check post‑offer.
Benefits
- Relocation support and temporary accommodation.
- Full‑time healthcare benefits.
- 401(k) matching.
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Drug screening & background check post‑offer.