Production Operator

Job Title: Production Operator – Solid Dosage Manufacturing

Location: Cranbury, New Jersey

Employment Type: Full-Time | On-site | 2nd Shift (3:00 PM – 11:30 PM, 5 days a week)

Overview

We are seeking a skilled Production Operator to join our pharmaceutical solid-dosage manufacturing facility in Cranbury, NJ. This role is responsible for executing various production activities, including dispensing, granulation, sifting, milling, drying, encapsulation, coating, compression, and equipment cleaning. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in a regulated solid dosage pharmaceutical environment and a strong understanding of cGMP practices and SOP compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Production Management with scheduled and requested activities for efficient operations.
• Execute all commercial and non-commercial manufacturing tasks on time.
• Operate, set up, clean, and maintain pharmaceutical solid dosage equipment in compliance with cGMP requirements.
• Accurately complete batch record documentation and follow SOPs.
• Participate in quality investigations as needed.
• Maintain a clean and safe manufacturing area per SOPs and good housekeeping practices.
• Use required PPE (including partial and full facepieces per OSHA guidelines).
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in production processes.

Qualifications

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED (required)
• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Sciences or Pharmaceutical/Life Sciences (preferred)

Experience & Skills:

• Minimum 1–2 years in a regulated solid dosage pharmaceutical facility (tablets/capsules required).
• Proficiency in production processes such as dispensing, granulation, milling, encapsulation, coating, compression, and cleaning.
• Familiarity with cGMP pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to read, write, and complete documentation in English.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written procedures.

Other Requirements:

• Able to stand for an 8-hour shift and lift up to 30 lbs (14 kg).
• Maintain personal hygiene standards consistent with cGMP requirements.
• Capable of working with minimal supervision.

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience in solid dosage (tablets/capsules) pharmaceutical manufacturing?
• Have you performed dispensing, granulation, milling, coating, compression, and cleaning activities in a cGMP environment?
• Are you proficient in operating and cleaning cGMP pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment?
• Are you comfortable working the 2nd shift (3:00 PM – 11:30 PM, 5 days/week) in Cranbury, NJ?
• Are you able to lift up to 30 lbs and stand for an 8-hour shift?
• Do you have experience completing batch records and following SOPs in a regulated environment?
• Are you willing to wear all required PPE, including facepieces, per OSHA guidelines?
• What is your expected hourly rate or base salary?
• Are you legally authorized to work in the United States (U.S. citizen/Green Card holder)?

• Please provide your email address and phone number for further communication.

Work Location: On the road