Tablet Press Operator: Pharma Production & Quality

Wedgewood Pharmacy; Swedesboro (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

401k with company contribution

Paid time off (PTO) increases annually

Company Paid Life Insurance

Job summary

Wedgewood Pharmacy in Swedesboro, NJ is seeking a Tablet Press Operator to join our production team. You will weigh ingredients, blend formulations, and operate tablet press equipment to produce high-quality medications for pets.

This role emphasizes accuracy, safety procedures, and continuous improvement in a collaborative environment. We offer a Monday–Friday, 2:30 PM–11:00 PM schedule with a $22.00/hour compensation and eligibility for benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• NJ Pharmacy Technician License (we will train you).
• Experience in manufacturing, production, or compounding preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and quality standards.
• Ability to follow formulas, procedures, and batch instructions.
• Comfortable working with chemicals used in compounding.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds and standing in lab/production settings.

Responsibilities

• Weigh and measure ingredients using compounding formulas.
• Blend and mix ingredients to create tablet preparations.
• Set up and operate tablet press equipment.
• Monitor tablet quality (thickness, hardness, size).
• Package and label finished medications.
• Follow pharmacy safety and compounding procedures.
• Clean and maintain tablet press and lab equipment.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues as needed.
• Complete batch runs within production timelines.
• Maintain accurate batch and lot documentation.
• Support production schedules to meet customer demand.
• Follow all lab safety standards and PPE requirements.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

NJ Pharmacy Technician License (we will train you)

Experience in manufacturing/production

Attention to detail and quality standards

Ability to follow formulas and procedures

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Team-oriented attitude

Tools

Tablet press equipment

Job description

Wedgewood Pharmacy in Swedesboro, NJ is seeking a Tablet Press Operator to join our production team. You will weigh ingredients, blend formulations, and operate tablet press equipment to produce high-quality medications for pets.

This role emphasizes accuracy, safety procedures, and continuous improvement in a collaborative environment. We offer a Monday–Friday, 2:30 PM–11:00 PM schedule with a $22.00/hour compensation and eligibility for benefits.