This position is ideal for someone with solid manufacturing experience who enjoys working with complex equipment, troubleshooting processes, and contributing to efficient, compliant production operations.
- Operate pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment across one or more processes, including:
- Glatt fluid bed processing
- Granulation and blending
- Compression, coating, and encapsulation
- Imprinting and banding
- Execute manufacturing processes in accordance with batch records, SOPs, and established procedures.
- Monitor process performance and ensure adherence to production specifications.
- Perform equipment setup, changeovers, and cleaning activities as required.
- Troubleshoot equipment and process issues, making appropriate adjustments to maintain product quality and efficiency.
- Follow equipment manuals and safe operating procedures at all times.
- Accurately complete manufacturing documentation and logbooks in real time.
- Ensure all activities comply with cGMP requirements and data integrity standards.
- Maintain a high level of attention to detail to support audit readiness and regulatory compliance.
- Perform all duties in accordance with OSHA regulations and company safety standards.
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment at all times.
- Ensure product quality by following procedures and reporting any deviations or abnormalities.
- 2nd Shift: Monday–Friday, 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM
- Travel: 0%
This role operates in a manufacturing/production environment and may involve exposure to:
- Moderate to high noise levels
- Dust, fumes, odors, and airborne particles
- Mechanical and process equipment hazards
Strict adherence to safety procedures and use of PPE is required at all times.
- Frequent standing, walking, sitting, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, pushing, and reaching
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
- Ability to navigate plant floor, lab, and operational environments
- Must be able to wear required PPE, including respirators, safety glasses, and safety shoes
- High School, Trade School, or Vocational Diploma, GED, or equivalent
- Forklift or related equipment certification required
- Strong troubleshooting and mechanical aptitude
- Good knowledge of cGMP and pharmaceutical regulatory requirements
- Understanding of occupational health and safety practices
- Basic computer skills, including MS Office and familiarity with SAP (preferred)
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
- Solid math skills and attention to detail
- English proficiency at CEFR Basic A2 level
- Minimum 3 years of production/manufacturing experience, including hands‑on experience in primary manufacturing processes
- Consistent Monday–Friday 2nd shift schedule
- Hands‑on role working with advanced pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment
- Opportunity to grow within production operations
- Collaborative, safety‑focused, and quality‑driven environment
The presently-anticipated base compensation pay range for this position is $25.00/hr to $28.00/hr. Actual base compensation may vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to geographical location and experience. In addition, this position is part of the Annual Performance Bonus Plan, and may be eligible for the Long Term Incentive Plan. Employees are eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs which include medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; disability insurance; 401(k) savings plan; flexible spending accounts; and the employee assistance program. Employees also receive various paid time off benefits, including vacation time and sick time.
The compensation and benefits described above are subject to the terms and conditions of any governing plans, policies, practices, agreements, or other materials or documents as in effect from time to time, including but not limited to terms and conditions regarding eligibility. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company, or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees as assigned to this job. Nothing herein shall preclude the employer from changing these duties from time to time and assigning comparable duties or other duties commensurate with the experience and background of the incumbent(s).
We provide equal employment opportunities for all current employees and applicants for employment. This policy means that no one will be discriminated against because of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, nationality, citizenship, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, affectional or sexual orientation, military or veteran status, generic predisposing characteristics or any other basis prohibited by law.
Notice to Agency and Search Firm Representatives:
Sun Pharmaceuticals (Sun) is not accepting unsolicited resumes from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting. Resumes submitted to any Sun employee by a third party agency and/or search firm without a valid written & signed search agreement, will become the sole property of Sun. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired for this position as a result of an unsolicited agency or search firm referral.
