Dexian · 8 hours ago
Production Technician - Solid dosage form
Chantilly, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid, Senior Level
$22/hr - $33/hr
1+ years expDexian is a leading provider of staffing, IT, and workforce solutions. The Production Technician performs functions relating to the processing of drug products while ensuring compliance with established Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) and customer requirements, as well as assisting in troubleshooting process issues.
ConsultingHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyProfessional ServicesStaffing Agency
Hiring Manager
Sandeep Gadhave
Responsibilities
Operates pharmaceutical production machinery and follows the procedures for manufacturing such as weighing, blending, dispensing, mixing, pellet coating, granulating, drying, milling, blending, compressing, Encapsulating, Coating, potent compound, etc. Meets the requirements for use of manufacturing equipment and other commonly used equipment per SOPs
Executes written SOPs to ensure the purity of materials involved in the manufacturing process
Properly uses all scales, including printouts, zeroing, setting tares, and daily calibration verification per SOPs
Examines manufacturer Product ID Labels, Quality Control release tags, and Batch Production Record to verify issued/staged raw materials can be released for production
Cleans manufacturing equipment and facilities according to established SOPs
Executes machine changeovers from batch to batch
May sample batches for quality testing. Executes required in-process product quality checks and documents accurately
Understands and runs processes to meet the assigned schedule and standards/routers; when this is not achieved, participates in the debrief to understand the reasons why and what needs to be corrected moving forward
Completes documentation associated with manufacturing processes (e.g. batch record, protocols, and logbooks) with detail and accuracy
Meets requirements for entries on all applicable Batch Production pages, completion and attachment of all dispensary and weight verification tickets
Verifies the manufacturing process on BPR in an accurate and timely manner
Provides status updates and operational challenges on status boards
Assists in troubleshooting process issues; refers deviations from standard procedure to the supervisor
Typically participates in at least one continuous improvement project of a moderate scope and complexity
Adheres to all cGMP compliance/regulatory mandates and quality requirements
Participates in safety teams, start-up discussions, incident debriefing sessions, etc
Ensures compliance with SOPs, policies and procedures as required by the Company and regulatory agencies
Maintain a clean, organized, work area
Conforms to all training requirements, including company required and machine-specific training
Contributes to team and project success by sharing previously acquired knowledge
Collaborates typically within own cross-functional work unit and occasionally with contacts outside own unit or department
Qualification
Required
HS diploma, GED or College Associate Degree
Minimum of 1-3 years experience in a labor intensive environment
Ability to communicate and comprehend English language both verbally and written
Minimum of 3-7 years of OSD pharmaceutical manufacturing (cGMP) experience
Minimum 7+ years of pharmaceutical manufacturing (cGMP) experience and certification in assigned area, as required or proficiency demonstrated in competencies as required
Strong background in solid dose manufacturing (OSD)
Experience in 1 or more of the following areas: Compression, Granulation, Encapsulation, Wurster Coating, Coating, Fluid Bed Dryers, Bead Tower
Capable of cleaning, setting-up, dismantling and operating state of the art tablet presses and encapsulation, i.e., Fette 3200i; Fette P 3030; MG2 planeta; Korsch XM 12
Knowledgeable of FDA regulations, GMP, Lean Manufacturing, Six-Sigma, etc
Solid working knowledge and skills in procedures, techniques, tools, materials and/or equipment needed for the position
Basic math, reading, legible writing skills, and problem-solving abilities
Proficient in sampling batches
Ability to participate in Continuous Improvement projects
Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information
Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings
Must be able to stand for long periods of time (up to 12 hour shifts), maneuver at least 50 pounds, climb ladders, wear a respirator and pass associated respirator tests and/or requirements, and be able to wear all required PPE, including safety glasses, ear plugs, and safety shoes
Preferred
Forklift certification preferred
Company
Dexian
Dexian provides services for staffing, talent development, and consulting, with a focus on technology, finance, and project management.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (65)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Mahfuz Ahmed
Chairman of the Board
Vikram Motiani
Managing Director
Recent News
2025-11-19
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