MTS Tablet Press Technician at Wedgewood Pharmacy in Swedesboro, NJ

The MTS Tablet Press Technician is responsible for producing the highest quality and maintaining consistency in final packaged tablet preparations. The tablet press operator accomplishes these tasks through working with Wedgewood’s management team and all other staff employees in fulfilling his/her responsibilities and duties.

When will you work?

The hours for this position are Monday- Friday 6:00 am- 2:30 pm

What you’ll do:

Weighing out chemicals and ingredients as required by a compounding formula batch ticket.
Performing complete and uniform blending of tablet ingredients to ensure a consistent and high-quality preparation.
Package all preparations into final containers according to company policies and procedures under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist.
Learn and adhere to all safety and operating instructions when working with tablet compression, blending/mixing, and packaging equipment.
During compounding, packaging, and labeling, all individual bulk preparations will be clearly identified by having either a lot label or formula worksheet attached to the product.
All operators will give the highest level of attention to the products they are compounding and remain constantly focused while they are compounding in order to ensure high quality products and maintain a safe working environment for themselves and others.
Execute and complete a batch run with in the established reasonable time standard
Set up the tablet press for batch run following the established standard operating procedure.
Perform a batch tablet run with in established limits of thickness, hardness, and width dimensions of the specified tablet.
Perform breakdown and cleanup of tablet press, blending/mixing, and packaging equipment
Perform and adhere to established maintenance schedules on the tablet press, blending/mixing, and packaging counters to minimize equipment downtime.
Troubleshoot issues around the tablet press, blending equipment, and packaging counters to minimize equipment downtime.
Assist in prioritizing batch schedules to satisfy customer demand and minimize out of stock situations
When working in the lab the operator will adhere to all safety guidelines including, but not limited to, lab coats, gloves, protective eye wear, and mask as defined by SOP.
Provide regular feedback to supervisor on ways to improve systems and processes for bulk production, quality control and safety
Follow all Wedgewood policies, procedures and SOP’s
Compound other dosage forms based on business need and perform other duties as required.

Who you are:

Proven ability to plan, prioritize, and manage workflow, processes, and plans.

Display and accept accountability

Excellent problem solving, analysis and communication skills

Customer (internal and external) focus

Positive, Respectful, and Professional attitude

Understands and reacts with a sense of urgency

Willing to compound other dosage forms as business needs requires.

Adaptable and ability to move with change while maintaining a positive attitude.

Able to work without restriction with all chemicals used in the compounding process.

Ability to work extended hours and weekends on occasion as required by business needs

Continuous, concentrated mental and visual effort to plan and perform work.

Safety driven.

Visual acuity to read computer screens and written materials

Able to lift an occasional 50 Lbs. (see physical requirement worksheet)

Detailed and thorough – no detail is too small to escape you

What you’ve done:

High School Diploma or GED.

Prior related working experience and/or Pharmacy Technician

Must be open to register with the state of New Jersey as a pharmacy technician.

About Us

Wedgewood is the nation’s largest and most trusted provider of compounded veterinary medications. Its recent merger with Blue Rabbit enables the company to provide veterinarians with next-generation software to streamline patient care and marks a significant evolution in services. Together Blue Rabbit and Wedgewood serve more than 70,000 veterinary professionals and one million animals annually.

Wedgewood is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you require an accommodation due to a special need or disability, please let your recruiter know what accommodations you will need.
License and Certifications
Required: NJ Pharmacy Technician

Work Experience
1 years: Tablet press, machine operator,

Education
Required: High School