Pharma Compounding Technician 1st Shift M-F 6am-2:30pm OR M-Th 5am - 3:30pm

Zoetis is the world's largest Manufacturer and Supplier of Animal Pharmaceuticals. At Zoetis in Lincoln, NE, we manufacture high quality medicines for dogs, cats, and livestock. Our plant has been recognized as one of the Nebraska's Safest Companies, with a long-standing presence in the Lincoln community. We are a clean, modern site that continues to innovate and grow. Benefits Include: $500 Sign on Bonus. 4 weeks accrued paid vacation and 13 paid holidays. 401(k) match with company profit sharing. Tuition reimbursement and Student Loan repayment program. Great Health, personal, and family benefits starting day 1. Position Summary Collaborate as part of a team to operate pharmaceutical compounding equipment and perform related tasks. Ensure accurate and timely documentation of all activities. Maintain a positive attitude and demonstrate strong teamwork skills. Exhibit reliable attendance and a commitment to workplace responsibilities. Hours: 1st Shift. Monday - Friday 6:00am - 2:30pm OR Monday - Thursday 5:00am - 3:30pm. Overtime, weekends and holidays may be required. Position Responsibilities Record Keeping and Documentation Complete and maintain accurate records, including timecards, batch records, and logbooks. Equipment Operation Operate assigned equipment such as blenders, dryers, Glatt Granulators, weigh room scales, and liquid vessels. Clean production equipment and facilities. Set up and disassemble production equipment. Operate in-process devices including moisture analyzers and pH meters. Use material handling devices such as electric pallet jacks, manual pallet jacks, and hi-lifts. Apply the metric system to process-related calculations. Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) / cGMP Compliance Follow all applicable SOPs and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs). Maintain proper housekeeping standards. Adhere to dress code policies. Safety Practices Apply safe manufacturing practices, including lock-out/tag-out procedures. Read and interpret Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS). Properly use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required, including safety shoes, glasses, respirators, gloves, and hearing protection. Decision-Making Skills Escalate questionable issues appropriately. Follow written and verbal instructions accurately. Recognize when to stop processes due to anomalies. Learn to identify out-of-specification materials. Process Knowledge Understand production and process flow. Know proper staging and storage locations for supplies and equipment. Learn key terminology related to pharmaceutical manufacturing. Communication Skills Communicate effectively with peers and supervisors. Use appropriate communication techniques to support teamwork. Personal Computer Skills Perform PC-based tasks, including SAP transactions and BMS activities (e.g., Walk-In Dryers). Education and Experience High school diploma or equivalent. Ability to meet the physical requirements of the job. Language skills: able to read and interpret procedures. Math skills: ability to apply general math concepts. Basic mechanical understanding and experience using various hand tools. Proficient in using handheld calculators. Preferred Candidate Qualifications Technical school certification or 1 -2 years of college coursework. Minimum of two years' experience in a manufacturing environment. Familiarity with personal computers and Windows-based applications. Physical Position Requirements Physical Demands Learn and apply proper lifting techniques. Routinely lift 20 -40 lbs.; occasionally lift up to 50 lbs. Ability to work flexible hours and overtime as needed. Perform tasks that may require climbing, sitting, crouching, reaching, or standing for extended periods. Work Environment Exposure to cleaning chemicals. Exposure to loud noise levels. Exposure to temperature variations. Work at heights up to 25 feet (e.g., tops of tanks and blenders). Contract Full time Regular Colleague #J-18808-Ljbffr zoetis