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Pharmacy Technician

Actalent
Edison, NJ Contractor
POSTED ON 5/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/7/2026

Pharmacy Technician

Job Description

We are seeking motivated HD Pharmacy Technicians to join our team. This role is ideal for individuals eager to learn and grow in the pharmacy profession while contributing to patient care and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

  • Unit dosing solid dosage medications into blister packs.
  • Labeling unit-of-use packaging for patient-specific use.
  • Pouring liquid medications into unit-of-use packaging.
  • Preparing non-sterile compounds.
  • Filling daily drug orders accurately and efficiently in a timely manner, under the supervision of a pharmacist.
  • Assisting in processing returned drugs and recycling/disposing per procedure.
  • Prepacking frequently ordered medications, labeling, and storing, as needed during low volume times.
  • Packaging materials and products manually.
  • Pulling/picking medications from shelving and other medication storage areas (prepack racks).
  • Applying labels to blister cards and then scanning products for accuracy check.
  • Alerting the pharmacist on duty of any medication/product that is not scanning properly.
  • Maintaining designated workstation areas and replenishing all stock supplies needed.
  • Following all applicable government regulations including HIPAA.
  • Complying with departmental policies regarding safety, attendance, and dress code.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

  • Active New Jersey Pharmacy Technician Registration (must be obtained by hire date).
  • Ability to stand for an 8-hour shift.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow directions.
  • Eagerness to learn about the pharmacy profession.
  • Minimum 1 year of experience preferred.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Pride in work quality.
  • Punctuality and reliability.
  • Commitment to patient and customer care.

Work Environment

Work hours are Monday to Friday, 5:30 PM to 2:00 AM and every other weekend from 11:30 AM to 8:00 PM. Overtime, holidays, and weekends may be required and/or expected. The team consists of HD Pharmacy Technicians, and the Supervisor of HD Pharmacy Operations. The position requires compliance with departmental policies regarding safety, attendance, and dress code.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Edison, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/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 Edison,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 10, 2026.

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.

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