Compounder

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Compounder to join our team. The role involves performing chemical synthesis on a multi-kilo scale, ensuring compliance with GMP standards, and working closely with Chemical Engineers to produce R&D API. This position offers an exciting opportunity to advance within the group, either on the Chemistry or Production side.

Responsibilities

• Perform chemical synthesis on a multi-kilo scale and execute via batch record.
• Maintain documentation standards to meet GMP requirements, including recording charges/transfers and documenting key observations.
• Set up, operate, and clean all plant equipment, including reactors, centrifuges, filter dryers, shelf dryers, and milling equipment.
• Participate in staging raw materials, loading materials into equipment, and unloading intermediates and products from dryers.
• Read and interpret documents, write routine reports and correspondence, and speak effectively in a group setting.
• Collaborate with Chemical Engineers to produce R&D API.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or engineering preferred.
  • High School Diploma minimum
• Experience in a production facility (chemical, pharmaceutical, or food) preferred.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and SAP.
• Ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds and use a respirator.
• Willingness to undergo annual physical and drug screening.
• Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing and working with reactors is a plus.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $27.00/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 Skokie,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 17, 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 : $20 - $27