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Weighing & Blending Operator
About KVK Tech
KVK Tech is a U.S.-based generic and specialty pharmaceutical manufacturer committed to developing and producing high-quality, FDA-approved medicines that improve patients’ lives through accessibility and trust. Headquartered in Newtown, Pennsylvania, KVK Tech maintains all operations within the United States, ensuring quality and consistency through strict adherence to cGMP standards and regulatory compliance. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our precision, reliability, and shared mission to provide safe, affordable, and life-improving pharmaceutical products.
What You’ll Do
The Weighing & Blending Operator supports pharmaceutical manufacturing operations by accurately weighing, dispensing, and blending raw materials according to approved batch records, standard operating procedures, and production schedules. This position operates and cleans manufacturing equipment, completes required documentation, and maintains strict compliance with cGMP, safety, and quality requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Weigh, measure, dispense, and stage raw materials according to approved Master Batch Records, manufacturing instructions, and production schedules.
- Verify material identity, lot numbers, quantities, expiration or retest dates, and material status before use.
- Set up and operate manufacturing equipment such as blenders, mills, sifters, scales, vacuum transfer systems, and related material-handling equipment.
- Perform blending activities according to established processing parameters and complete required in-process checks, material reconciliations, and yield calculations.
- Complete batch records, equipment logs, cleaning records, labels, and other production documentation accurately and in accordance with Good Documentation Practices.
- Perform equipment cleaning, disassembly, reassembly, changeovers, and line-clearance activities according to approved procedures.
- Promptly report material discrepancies, equipment malfunctions, process deviations, or quality concerns while maintaining a clean, safe, and inspection-ready work area.
What We’re Looking For
Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Technical training or an Associate’s degree in Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical Technology, Industrial Technology, or a related field preferred.
Experience:
- 0–3 years of manufacturing experience, preferably in pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, chemical, food, or another regulated production environment.
- Entry-level candidates with strong attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and a willingness to learn pharmaceutical manufacturing processes are encouraged to apply.
- Experience with weighing, dispensing, blending, granulation, or solid oral dosage manufacturing is preferred but not required.
- Experience completing batch records, equipment logs, or other controlled documentation is a plus.
Skills & Knowledge:
- Basic understanding of cGMP, Good Documentation Practices, SOPs, and controlled manufacturing procedures.
- Ability to follow detailed written instructions, batch records, and equipment operating procedures.
- Ability to perform basic calculations involving weights, quantities, percentages, and material reconciliation.
- Strong attention to detail, organization, communication, and teamwork skills.
- Ability to safely operate manufacturing and material-handling equipment.
- Ability to work around pharmaceutical powders while wearing required personal protective equipment.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and regularly bend, reach, push, pull, and lift or move materials weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation with annual performance bonus eligibility
- Annual merit-based pay increases
- Automatic enrollment in a 401(k) at 3% pre-tax with 50% company match on the first 6% contributed
- Paid Time Off
- 10 paid company holidays
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
- Professional development reimbursement
- Career growth opportunities
- Tuition reimbursement for children and childcare expense reimbursement
Schedule
- Full-time, on-site position (Monday–Friday, 3:30PM-12:00AM)
KVK Tech is a U.S.-based generic and specialty pharmaceutical manufacturer committed to developing and producing high-quality, FDA-approved medicines that improve patients’ lives through accessibility and trust. Headquartered in Newtown, Pennsylvania, KVK Tech maintains all operations within the United States, ensuring quality and consistency through strict adherence to cGMP standards and regulatory compliance. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our precision, reliability, and shared mission to provide safe, affordable, and life-improving pharmaceutical products.
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