US - Production Operator

Compounder Job

The Compounder is responsible for the accurate formulation, batching, and processing of chemicals according to approved formulas, batch records, and standard operating procedures. This role requires hands on experience directly compounding, mixing, and handling chemicals in a regulated manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform hands-on compounding and formulation of chemicals according to approved batch records, recipes, and specifications
• Precisely measure, weigh, and mix raw materials using scales, pumps, hoses, tanks, reactors, and other compounding equipment
• Execute batch processing activities in compliance with SOPs, GMPs, safety, and quality requirements
• Complete and maintain accurate batch documentation, production records, and logbooks
• Operate and monitor compounding equipment, including pumps, mixers, filters, and control systems
• Identify and escalate process deviations, quality concerns, or equipment malfunctions
• Follow strict chemical handling, labeling, storage, and ventilation requirements
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant work area in accordance with cGMP and safety standards
• Properly don required PPE and comply with all safety protocols
• Support inspections, audits, and quality reviews as needed
• Work collaboratively with Production, Quality, and Safety teams to meet production schedules

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of direct, hands-on compounding or formulation experience, including (mixing chemicals according to formulas or batch records, performing measured, and controlled chemical processing)
• Experience working in a chemical, pharmaceutical, fragrance, flavor, or similar regulated manufacturing environment
• Working knowledge of GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices)
• Proven ability to accurately follow written procedures, recipes, and batch instructions
• Experience handling chemicals safely in a production setting
• Ability to complete documentation accurately and in real time
• Forklift operation experience (or ability to obtain certification)

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to be on your feet 60% - 90% of the day;
• Frequently lift a 35 lb. product hose;
• Frequently move, lift, pull & push up to 50 lbs.;
• Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Willingness and ability to work in a facility with minimal temperature control, exposed to local temperature variations (hot & cold);
• Must have the ability to operator a forklift.