Pharmaceutical Production Technician

Department: PharmaLogic

Position Title: Pharmaceutical Production Technician

Reports To: Facility Manager

Role Summary: The Pharmaceutical Production Technician is an entry level position that plays a key role in the operation of the facility's cyclotron. The position involves maintenance and repairs of some equipment such as chemistry modules and analytical equipment. You will be expected to assist in facility maintenance, system repairs, PMs, and system modifications to increase your expertise and ensure system reliability.

Job Responsibilities and Duties: 1. Operate cyclotron for PET production. 2. Perform maintenance and repairs on synthesis modules and analytical equipment. 3. Perform PET radioPharmaceutical Production and Quality Control (QC) in cGMP environment. Responsible for routine production, packaging and shipping of radioisotopes. 4. Ensure compliance with all regulatory commitments and company policies and procedures including cGMP and radiation safety. 5. Maintain records to comply with FDA requirements. 6. Order parts and supplies for maintenance and production. 7. Clean and maintain production areas (hot cells, laminar flow hoods, etc.) 8. Other related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements │ Skills │ Education: • Academic background in physics, chemistry, engineering, or electronic technology; or completion of training at an advanced military electronics school; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. • Experience in electrical, mechanical engineering, Physics, medical equipment services or equivalent. Pharmacy tech certification a plus. • Experience working with ionizing radiation and radioactive equipment. • Experience troubleshooting, performing repairs and maintaining equipment. • Strong analytical, troubleshooting and customer service skills. • Working knowledge of cGMP environment and regulations.

Physical and Intellectual Requirements: Required are a mechanical aptitude; manual dexterity for manipulating small items; ability to lift between 16 to 50 lbs. and to handle frequent crawling, stooping, crouching and kneeling; ability to analyze situations, set priorities and meet deadlines while maintaining attention to detail in a fast-paced and dynamic environment; effective organizational skills; a commitment to continuous learning; an ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.