Senior Manufacturing Technician

As a Manufacturing Technical Associate , you will support the production and packaging of respiratory pharmaceutical products in a highly regulated manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for someone with strong hands-on technical and mechanical skills who enjoys operating equipment, troubleshooting production issues, and supporting manufacturing processes while maintaining high standards for quality, safety, and cGMP compliance.

Key Responsibilities

- Work in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment, including classified and controlled areas supporting Respiratory Metered Dose Inhaler (MDI) manufacturing.
- Perform manufacturing and packaging activities according to Batch Manufacturing Records (BMRs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), cGMP requirements, safety procedures, and work instructions.
- Operate, set up, adjust, monitor, and troubleshoot MDI manufacturing and packaging equipment.
- Work with equipment supporting: Filling
- Crimping
- Propellant charging
- Leak testing
- Inspection
- Packaging

- Perform equipment setup, startup, changeovers, line clearances, disassembly, reassembly, and cleaning.
- Meet established production, quality, and safety requirements.
- Troubleshoot routine mechanical, pneumatic, equipment, and process-related issues.
- Adjust machine settings to maintain established operating parameters.
- Clear equipment jams, blockages, and material-flow interruptions.
- Perform equipment resets and startup recovery following alarms or process interruptions.
- Help minimize equipment downtime by identifying and resolving routine production issues.
- Perform minor equipment repairs in accordance with approved procedures.
- Support root cause investigations and manufacturing improvement activities.
- Accurately complete production records and technical documentation.
- Train and assist coworkers on established procedures and equipment operation as needed.

Education & Experience

- Bachelors degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Biology, Manufacturing Technology , or a related scientific or technical discipline.
- 15+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience working in a cGMP pharmaceutical manufacturing environment preferred.
- Respiratory, inhalation, aerosol, or Metered Dose Inhaler (MDI) manufacturing experience preferred.

Technical Skills

- Hands-on experience operating, setting up, adjusting, and troubleshooting automated manufacturing equipment.
- Experience with equipment changeovers, startups, line clearances, line setup, cleaning verification, and operational readiness activities.
- Strong mechanical aptitude with knowledge of pneumatic, electromechanical, and automated production systems preferred.
- Ability to identify equipment issues, troubleshoot problems, and support root cause investigations using established problem-solving methods.
- Ability to read and interpret SOPs, equipment manuals, technical drawings, manufacturing documentation, and batch records.
- Knowledge of manufacturing process controls and equipment performance monitoring.
- Strong documentation skills with the ability to accurately complete production records and technical documentation.
- Proficiency with manufacturing systems, electronic documentation systems, and Microsoft Office applications.

Key Skills

- GMP / cGMP
- Manufacturing
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Chemistry
- Formulation
- Laboratory
- Batch record review
- SOPs
- Mechanical aptitude
- Equipment setup and changeovers
- Root cause investigation

Core Competencies

- Strong analytical, mechanical, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to prioritize assignments and work effectively in a fast-paced production environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong command of written and spoken English.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a manufacturing team.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

- Ability to work safely in pharmaceutical manufacturing areas utilizing HFA propellants, compressed gases, APIs, excipients, cleaning agents, and other respiratory product components.
- Ability to wear required PPE, including safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, protective footwear, cleanroom gowning, and respiratory protection when required.
- Must be medically qualified to wear respiratory protection, if applicable.
- Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours per shift .
- Ability to frequently bend, stoop, crouch, kneel, reach, and climb stairs.
- Ability to safely use ladders and work platforms during equipment setup, inspection, cleaning, and changeovers.
- Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds unassisted .
- Ability to move pallets, drums, components, and equipment using approved material-handling equipment.
- Ability to perform repetitive tasks requiring manual dexterity, including equipment assembly/disassembly, machine adjustments, component replacement, and documentation.
- Ability to visually inspect equipment, components, materials, labels, and documentation for extended periods.
- Ability to work in environments with varying temperature, noise, and humidity levels consistent with pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Shift Structure

Day Shift

- 7:00 AM 7:00 PM

Night Shift

- 7:00 PM 7:00 AM
- Night-shift employees receive an applicable shift differential

Schedule

- 12-hour shifts
- Rotating schedule: 3 days on / 4 days off, followed by 4 days on / 3 days off
- Approximately 36 hours one week and 48 hours the next
- Overtime is paid when applicable

Experience Level

Intermediate Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Fall River, MA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $52000.00 - $72800.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Weekly pay, benefits start day1, yearly bonuses, overtime potential, 401k savings plan and matching, health insurance medical/dental/vision, health savings account (HSA), flexible spending account (FSA), paid time off (PTO) vacation/sick/flex time, paid holidays, short-term disability (STD), long-term disability (LTD), parental leave, paid family leave, employee discounts, and other benefits.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Fall River, MA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 12, 2026.
Workplace Type
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