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Catalent, Inc.

DEA Compliance Specialist

Winchester, KY · On-site

DEA Compliance Specialist About Site Catalent's Winchester, KY site is the company's flagship U.S. manufacturing location for large-scale oral solid dose forms, operating from a 180,000-square-foot ...

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As of Jul 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for dea compliance in the United States is $98,949.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $61,500.00 and $115,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a DEA Compliance job?

A DEA Compliance job involves ensuring that a company or organization adheres to regulations set by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). This typically includes monitoring the handling, storage, and distribution of controlled substances to prevent misuse or diversion. Responsibilities may include maintaining records, conducting audits, and training staff on compliance requirements. Professionals in this role work closely with regulatory agencies to ensure full compliance with federal laws and avoid legal penalties.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Dea Compliance position, and why are they important?

To thrive in DEA Compliance roles, individuals typically need a strong understanding of federal drug regulations, detailed knowledge of controlled substance recordkeeping, and relevant educational or professional experience in regulatory affairs or pharmacy. Familiarity with DEA reporting systems, compliance management software, and sometimes certification such as a Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM) is advantageous. Exceptional attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication are valuable soft skills for ensuring regulatory adherence and managing audits. These abilities are essential to prevent legal risks, maintain organizational licensure, and support safe controlled substances handling.

What are the main challenges faced in a DEA Compliance role?

Professionals in DEA Compliance often face the challenge of keeping up-to-date with frequently changing regulations and ensuring strict adherence to all federal and state requirements surrounding controlled substances. The role requires constant vigilance in monitoring inventory, preparing accurate documentation, and responding promptly to audits or investigations from regulatory agencies. DEA Compliance specialists regularly collaborate with pharmacists, healthcare providers, and legal teams to ensure company policies align with legal mandates. Successfully navigating these challenges is vital for protecting your organization from penalties and fostering a culture of safety and compliance.

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DEA Compliance Specialist

DEA Compliance Specialist

Catalent, Inc.

Winchester, KY • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

Catalent rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 54 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

60th of 86 rated pharmaceutical

Job description

DEA Compliance Specialist
About Site
Catalent's Winchester, KY site is the company's flagship U.S. manufacturing location for large-scale oral solid dose forms, operating from a 180,000-square-foot facility with fully integrated development and analytical services. The site specializes in complex and controlled-release oral dose technologies, supporting product development, technology transfer, and commercial manufacturing across pharmaceutical and consumer health programs. Winchester has a long commercial manufacturing track record, having launched 100+ products and producing billions of tablets and capsules annually, making it a critical site within Catalent's oral dose network.
Position Summary
We have an opportunity for a DEA Compliance Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will provide independent oversight and guidance for manufacturing, warehouse, QC and QA laboratory processes to ensure compliance with DEA and FDA requirements for handling and reconciling controlled substances. You will implement and ensure execution of policies and practices for compliance with DEA regulations at the Winchester site. This position also provides technical support by interpreting and applying federal and local Controlled Substance Act regulations to site processes and procedures.
Shift: Monday-Friday 8 AM -5 PM
Location: Winchester, KY
100% Onsite
The Role
  • Support customer audits of the facility and systems for controlled substances.
  • Monitor and maintain all registration requirements to ensure renewals are received and processed.
  • Maintain controlled substance and listed chemical files and perform reconciliation on controlled substance products, including shipping, receiving, Form 222, ARCOS, correspondence, destruction, procurement, and supplemental quota.
  • Oversee inventory accountability and reconciliation for controlled substances, coordinating inventory according to internal SOPs and CFR requirements.
  • Serve as a resource for interpretation of 21 CFR Part 1300 and beyond.
  • Review and assist in investigations of deviations related to controlled substance accountability and reconciliation issues.
  • Provide support to departments involved in shipping and receiving controlled substance samples.
  • Support new controlled substance products and customers from development to commercial manufacturing.
  • Prepare DEA correspondence and informational packages.
  • Provide training to peers and new employees on DEA compliance and standard operating procedures.
  • Maintain controlled substance documentation and accountability while remaining alert to diversion and theft risks.
  • Review, inspect, and audit processes and documentation for accuracy and compliance at critical points, including critical calculations related to controlled substance accountability.
  • Maintain, review, and verify ARCOS monthly and year-end reports, and perform state ARCOS and Form 106 reporting.
  • Obtain procurement drug quota and raw material to support production.
  • Obtain approval, expedite, and monitor import/export activities.
  • Advise departments on site-specific controlled substance issues.
  • Assist EH&S with security surveillance in production areas to support controlled substance handling and regulatory guidelines.
  • Maintain, review, and verify background checks for controlled substance area access every 5 years.
  • Maintain DEA Power of Attorney book, DEA GO BOOK, and relevant access logs.
  • Provide oversight in the manufacture, distribution, and testing of controlled substance products.
  • Assist with maintaining site regulatory documents.
  • Manage client relationships.
  • Ensure compliance with cGMPs and Catalent SOPs throughout the facility.
  • Rotate "on call" status with the DEA Compliance Group to cover 24/7 manufacturing operations.
  • Perform other duties as required to support Catalent Pharma Solutions' high performance.

The Candidate
Minimum Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree; or Associate degree with 1 year of related work experience; or High School Diploma/GED with 2 years of related work experience.
  • Experience in a manufacturing facility.
  • Expertise in 21 CFR Part 1300 and beyond.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proficient in English and able to write professionally for business periodicals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
  • Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to multi-task.
  • Demonstrated knowledge as a subject matter expert and resource.
  • Ability to independently prioritize workloads, with strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Team-oriented and able to work well in a cross-functional environment.
  • Knowledge of cGMP regulations and guidance for the pharmaceutical industry.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Windows, Word, and Excel.
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines.
  • Ability to perform basic algebra and calculate figures such as rates, ratios, percentages, and fractions.
  • Individual may be required to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
  • Specific vision requirements include reading written documents and frequent use of a computer monitor.

Why You Should Join Catalent
  • Positive and fast-paced working environment focused on continuous improvement and innovation.
  • Competitive Paid Time Off plus 8 paid holidays.
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits effective on day one of employment.
  • Tuition reimbursement to help you finish your degree or earn a new one.
  • Engaging site-based activities such as NCAA Basketball Brackets, Golf Scrambles, and annual onsite pet adoption events.
  • Employee Resource Groups promoting diversity and inclusion.
  • Green initiatives and community engagement, including Adopt-a-Highway clean-up.
  • Defined career path with annual performance reviews and growth opportunities.
  • WellHub program to support physical and mental wellness.
  • Exclusive discounts through Perkspot from over 900 merchants.

Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career! Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life-saving and life-enhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference.
personal initiative. dynamic pace. meaningful work.
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Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans.
If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email, and confirming your request for an accommodation and include the job number, title and location to DisabilityAccommodations@catalent.com. This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be processed by a U.S. Catalent employee and then routed to a local recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the application or hiring process.
Notice to Agency and Search Firm Representatives: Catalent Pharma Solutions (Catalent) is not accepting unsolicited resumes from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting. Resumes submitted to any Catalent employee by a third party agency and/or search firm without a valid written & signed search agreement, will become the sole property of Catalent. 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.
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Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference.Catalent is committed to the health and safety of its employees, visitors and the customers and patients we serve.

Industry

Pharmaceutical product wholesalers

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Somerset, NJ, US

Year founded

2007

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