Pharmaceutical Technician I

About the role

The Chelsea facility is Catalent’s global Center of Excellence for spray dry dispersion and Dry Powder Inhaler (DPI) capsule manufacture and packaging. The site features inhaled powder spray drying, as well as multiple commercial-scale lines for capsule filling and blister packaging. On-site spray dryers include best-in-class GEA Niro SD1, SD4 and SD7, the latter being the largest Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMP) unit of its kind for DPI in North America.

The Pharmaceutical Technician I Executes routine GMP manufacturing unit operations under direct supervision. Focus is on safe, compliant, and consistent execution of procedures across assigned manufacturing areas.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment per SOP under direct supervision
• Execute GMP manufacturing operations across assigned unit operations (e.g., spray drying, blending, encapsulation, packaging)
• Perform cleaning and sanitization (CIP, COP, manual)
• Accurately complete batch documentation in real time
• Handle materials, staging, and transfers
• Perform basic inspections of equipment and processing areas
• Identify and escalate deviations, safety concerns, or equipment issues
• Maintain compliance with GMP and EHS requirements
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED is required
• Prior experience is not required; 1 year of GMP experience is preferred
• Strong attention to detail is required
• Basic GMP understanding is preferred
• Must have the ability to follow procedures and instructions

Benefits

• Defined career path and annual performance review and feedback process
• Diverse, inclusive culture
• Potential for career growth on an expanding team within an organization dedicated to preserving and bettering lives
• 152 hours of PTO + 8 paid holidays
• Generous 401K match
• Medical, dental and vision benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement

Pay

The anticipated hourly rate for this position in Massachusetts is $24.00 - $26.00. The final hourly rate offered to a successful candidate may vary, and will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to: the type and length of experience within the job, type and length of experience within the industry, skillset, education, business needs, etc.

Catalent is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states.