Pharmaceutical Production Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Pharmaceutical Production Technician

Job Description

The Filling Technician supports production by preparing, cleaning, and sterilizing glassware and equipment, handling media and supplement preparation, and filling drums with product in a controlled laboratory and production environment. This role works on 1st shift, Monday through Friday, with a flexible start time between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM and an end time between 4:30 PM and 6:30 PM, with occasional weekend or holiday work based on business needs. The position requires consistent standing, careful documentation, and adherence to strict cleanliness and sterilization procedures in conditions that may include heat and high humidity.

Responsibilities

• Manually wash or operate machines to wash and remove impurities from glass products, manufactured articles, and plastics.
• Prepare all glassware for sterilization, including washing, wrapping, and organizing items for autoclaving.
• Operate autoclaves safely and efficiently, including handling loads that may require lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Remove glassware and media from autoclaves, cool items appropriately, and tighten lids to maintain sterility.
• Put away and rotate glassware and laboratory supplies to ensure proper inventory flow and availability.
• Prepare equipment and materials for autoclaving according to established procedures.
• Perform media and supplement preparation, including aseptic work in the media preparation area as required.
• Fill drums with product accurately and safely, following production and quality standards.
• Maintain clear and precise documentation of processes and activities in accordance with record-keeping requirements.
• Maintain, clean, and sterilize laboratory instruments and equipment to support ongoing production.
• Perform routine cleaning of the processing area to uphold cleanliness and safety standards.
• Assist with training new employees by demonstrating proper procedures and best practices.
• Cross-train and work in multiple functional areas as needed to support business needs.
• Requisition materials and supplies for the department as needed to maintain continuous operations.
• Work flexible hours, including weekends and/or holidays, as required by business demands.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support production and laboratory operations.

Essential Skills

• Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Ability to stand, bend, and move throughout production areas for the duration of the shift.
• Strong attention to detail and good hand-eye coordination for handling glassware and equipment.
• Capability to work effectively in environments with heat and high humidity around autoclaves and moist conditions during disinfection.
• Basic understanding of production processes, including cleaning, washing, and sterilization.
• Ability to follow written procedures and maintain clear, precise documentation of processes.
• Comfort working with laboratory instruments, autoclaves, and related production equipment.
• High School diploma or GED equivalency.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Some post-secondary education is preferred.
• Experience working with production equipment, including washers and sterilization systems.
• Familiarity with sterilization procedures and aseptic techniques in a laboratory or production environment.
• Experience with documentation processes in a regulated or process-driven setting.
• Ability to assist in training new team members and support cross-training in multiple functional areas.
• Flexibility to adjust hours and work occasional weekends and holidays based on business needs.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable 1st shift operation that offers the opportunity to transition into full-time employment, with strong paid time off and benefits that support a healthy work-life balance. The organization values cross-training and skill development, giving you the chance to learn multiple functional areas and grow your capabilities over time. A supportive environment and structured processes help you build experience in production and laboratory operations while enjoying consistent daytime hours.

Work Environment

This role is based in a production and laboratory setting that involves working around autoclaves and other sterilization equipment. The environment can include heat when operating or working near autoclaves and moisture when disinfecting glassware. The position requires standing and bending for the entire shift and moving throughout all areas of production. You must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally, have good eyesight, and maintain strong hand-eye coordination to handle glassware and instruments safely. The work involves frequent interaction with production equipment, cleaning and sterilization systems, and media preparation areas, with a focus on cleanliness, safety, and adherence to procedures during 1st shift hours.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Omaha, NE.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Omaha,NE.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 5, 2026.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.