What are the responsibilities and job description for the Aseptic Technician position at Actalent?
Job Description
The cGMP Pharmacy Technician will be responsible for sterile compounding in a regulated 503B outsourcing facility environment. This role involves working in ISO-classified cleanrooms using aseptic techniques to prepare compounded medications under cGMP conditions. The technician will follow USP <797> and <800> guidelines for sterile and hazardous compounding, perform accurate batch preparations, ensure meticulous documentation, and adhere to gowning and cleanroom protocols.
Responsibilities
- Perform compounding of sterile medications (IV admixtures, injections) in compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and USP <797>/<800> guidelines.
- Accurately weigh, measure, and mix pharmaceutical ingredients for batch compounding, ensuring formulations meet required standards.
- Operate and monitor specialized compounding and filling equipment, ensuring proper cleaning, sterilization, and calibration.
- Maintain detailed manufacturing records and complete all required documentation in real time.
- Prepare samples and documentation for quality assurance testing of compounded products.
- Manage compounding supplies and ingredient inventory within the cleanroom.
- Uphold all 503B facility protocols and cGMP regulations during compounding activities.
- Participate in ongoing training and competency assessments to remain qualified for cleanroom work.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in sterile compounding.
- Proficiency in aseptic technique and cleanroom procedures.
- Familiarity with FDA regulations and 503B facility standards.
- Experience with quality control and quality assurance processes.
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Completion of an accredited pharmacy technician training program is a plus.
- Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) certification is highly preferred.
- Experience with both sterile IV compounding and other compounding types is ideal.
- Basic computer skills for data entry and label printing.
This role is based in an FDA-registered 503B outsourcing facility specializing in sterile compounded medications for critical care settings. The facility operates under strict cGMP and regulatory oversight. The work schedule is Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, in a cleanroom environment where garbing and PPE are required. As the first hire in this startup environment, this position offers exciting opportunities for growth and advancement.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Colonie, New York.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $50.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Colonie,NY.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $25 - $50