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Woodstock Sterile Solutions

Process Engineer

Woodstock, IL · On-site

$80K - $105K/yr

Woodstock Sterile Solutions is the leading North American blow-fill-seal (BFS) sterile contract ... patented cold BFS process to serve clients from clinical development through commercial scale. We ...

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Woodstock Sterile Solutions

Process Engineer

Woodstock, IL · On-site

$80K - $105K/yr

Woodstock Sterile Solutions is the leading North American blow-fill-seal (BFS) sterile contract ... patented cold BFS process to serve clients from clinical development through commercial scale. We ...

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Principal Data Scientist

Raleigh, NC

$75 - $90/hr

Preferred Qualifications Experience in enterprise search, knowledge management, or ... Publications, patents, or open‑source contributions in LLMs or agent systems. Strong coding ...

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B2B Sales Supervisor

Manhattan, NY · On-site

Prepare action plans for effective search of sales leads and prospects. * Assist in the development ... Participate in NAPPMED (Nigerian Association of Patent & Proprietary Medicine Dealers), PSN ...

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B2B Sales Supervisor

Manhattan, NY · On-site

Prepare action plans for effective search of sales leads and prospects. * Assist in the development ... Participate in NAPPMED (Nigerian Association of Patent & Proprietary Medicine Dealers), PSN ...

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B2B Sales Supervisor

Manhattan, NY · On-site

Prepare action plans for effective search of sales leads and prospects. * Assist in the development ... Participate in NAPPMED (Nigerian Association of Patent & Proprietary Medicine Dealers), PSN ...

Hello Products

B2B Sales Supervisor

Manhattan, NY · On-site

Prepare action plans for effective search of sales leads and prospects. * Assist in the development ... Participate in NAPPMED (Nigerian Association of Patent & Proprietary Medicine Dealers), PSN ...

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As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract patent search in the United States is $115,452.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $110,500.00 and $115,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Patent Search vs Patent Paralegal?

AspectContract Patent SearchPatent Paralegal
CredentialsTypically requires technical background, patent search experienceLegal assistant training, paralegal certification
Work EnvironmentResearch-focused, often independent or team-basedLegal office, supporting patent attorneys
Industry UsagePatent firms, R&D departments, law firmsLaw firms, corporate legal departments
Search & Comparison IntentFocuses on patent prior art searchesAssists with patent documentation and filings

Contract Patent Search specialists primarily conduct patent prior art searches to support patent applications and litigation. Patent Paralegals assist with legal documentation, filings, and administrative tasks related to patents. While both roles support patent processes, their core functions and required skills differ significantly.

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Production Associate II (Operator) - overnights

Woodstock Sterile Solutions

Woodstock, IL • On-site

$19/hr

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago

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Job description

Woodstock Sterile Solutions (WSS) is the leading North American blow-fill-seal (BFS) sterile contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO). From our 430,000 sq ft advanced aseptic manufacturing facility in Woodstock, Illinois, we leverage 50+ years of BFS technology leadership and our patented cold BFS process to serve clients across ophthalmics, respiratory, biologics, and diagnostics markets. We are committed to Proven Excellence. Trusted Solutions.

Position Overview

The Production Associate II is responsible for packaging and inspecting pharmaceutical products in accordance with packaging instructions, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), while adhering to health and safety requirements. This role plays a key part in ensuring accurate line operation, quality output, and cross-team coordination on the production floor. This position will be scheduled to work Wednesday - Friday and every other Saturday, 5:45PM - 6:00AM, and is eligible for a 15% shift premium for overnights and $2/hour shift differential for the 12-hour shifts.

Key Responsibilities

  • Monitor and direct employee position rotations on the packaging line

  • Assist the Team Lead in coordinating on-the-job training (OJT)

  • Verify material inventory accuracy against paperwork

  • Perform routine maintenance, set-ups, changeovers, and troubleshooting of packaging equipment as necessary

  • Count rejects and inspect product for defects

  • Place packed items in cartons, seal, apply shipper labels, and stack cartons on skid

  • Inform Technicians of any machine problems

  • Maintain cross-training across all lines within the assigned quadrant

  • Maintain effectiveness of Quality System components relevant to the role

  • Identify, evaluate, and manage risk to ensure product quality; communicate risk policies and processes throughout the organization

  • Other duties as assigned

QualificationsEducation

  • High school diploma or equivalent

Experience

  • Minimum of one year of manufacturing experience, preferably pharmaceuticals

  • Packaging operation experience beneficial

  • Experience performing dimensional evaluations desired

  • Functional testing experience desired

  • Demonstrated leadership ability

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • High level of attention to detail

  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills; basic mathematical and reasoning ability

  • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

  • Ability to interact effectively across departments and with a variety of individuals

  • Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form

  • Comfortable working independently, meeting deadlines, and working under pressure with limited supervision

  • Familiarity with cGMP and safe work practices

  • Demonstrated ability to read, write, and speak clear English

Physical Requirements

  • Visual acuity of 20/30 (corrected)

  • Ability to stand for up to 12 hours per day

  • Frequent sitting, standing, walking, reaching, talking, listening, writing, handling, and grasping

  • Occasional climbing of ladders/steps, walking inclines, stooping, kneeling, crouching, bending, turning, balancing, and carrying

  • Frequent lifting/moving up to 20 lbs; occasional lifting/moving up to 50 lbs

Notice to Agency and Search Firm Representatives: Woodstock Sterile Solutions is not accepting unsolicited resumes from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting. Resumes submitted to any Woodstock Sterile Solutions employee by a third party agency and/or search firm without a valid written & signed search agreement, will become the sole property of Woodstock Sterile Solutions. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired for this position as a result of an unsolicited agency or search firm referral. Thank you.