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How much do pharmaceutical manufacturing jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for pharmaceutical manufacturing in the United States is $27.12, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.08 and $31.73 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily responsibilities in a pharmaceutical manufacturing role?

In a Pharmaceutical Manufacturing role, your daily responsibilities usually include operating and monitoring production equipment, documenting manufacturing processes, and following strict safety and compliance protocols. You'll work closely with quality control teams to ensure all products meet regulatory standards, and may participate in troubleshooting and correcting production issues as they arise. Additionally, collaboration with engineers, technicians, and supervisors is common to optimize efficiency and uphold high-quality standards. These tasks help ensure the safe and reliable production of pharmaceutical products that meet both company and industry requirements.

What is a pharmaceutical manufacturing job?

A Pharmaceutical Manufacturing job involves the production of medications, including their formulation, testing, packaging, and quality control. Workers in this field ensure compliance with regulatory standards, such as Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), to guarantee product safety and efficacy. Roles may vary from machine operators and technicians to quality assurance specialists and process engineers. The job requires attention to detail, adherence to protocols, and an understanding of regulatory guidelines. Pharmaceutical manufacturers play a crucial role in delivering safe and effective medications to patients worldwide.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a pharmaceutical manufacturing position?

To thrive in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, you need a solid understanding of chemistry, biology, quality control, and regulatory compliance, often supported by a degree in life sciences or engineering. Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), batch record software, and automated production equipment is crucial. Attention to detail, strong teamwork, and effective communication are standout soft skills for this role. These competencies are essential for maintaining product quality, ensuring regulatory adherence, and operating efficiently within a highly regulated and collaborative environment.

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Infographic showing various Pharmaceutical Manufacturing job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 4% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 3% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $56,412 per year, or $27.1 per hour.

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Technician

SHINE Technologies, LLC

Janesville, WI โ€ข On-site

$25 - $32/hr

Full-time

Posted 27 days ago


Job description

Description:

SHINE Technologies is seeking a Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Technician - 1st Shift, to perform production of medical radioisotopes and play a major part in growing our manufacturing operations as we start with clinical production and move into commercial production. The Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Technician will perform operations with focus on efficiency, quality and safety standards while using remote manipulators in cleanrooms to produce Lu-177.


Shift: Monday - Friday 6:00am - 2:30pm

The base salary range for this position is $25.00 - $32.00 per hour plus a comprehensive compensation package. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location.


Duties and Responsibilities:

All below listed responsibilities must be completed in compliance with federal, state, local, and company-specific regulations related to quality of product, employee and customer safety, and to the proper performance of day-to-day operations. The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to:

  • Maintain complete and accurate batch records and related documentation in accordance with cGMP/cGDP.
  • Prepare materials/consumables for the manufacturing processes of active pharmaceutical ingredient Lutetium Chloride and perform cleaning activities, line clearances, and system checks on equipment before use in aseptic processes.
  • Perform production tasks such as receiving raw materials, processing radioisotopes in production hot cells, preparing the sterile API and shipping the API to our customers.
  • Perform routine maintenance under direction or supervision of Manufacturing Engineer.
  • Support leadership team in identifying operational opportunities for continuous improvement, initiating changes to processes as needed.
  • Maintain general cleanliness of work area and assist other work areas as needed to ensure a clean and professional environment.
  • Utilize Quality Management System to document maintenance, investigations and change control actions.
  • Assist in writing deviations, investigations and initiate unscheduled work orders.
  • Strict adherence to cGMP at all times.
  • Assist in training and development of other technicians.
  • Assist other projects and departments and perform other duties as requested or assigned.


Requirements:
  • Ability to follow and observe all radiation safety and pharmaceutical requirements, including successfully passing all gown qualifications.
  • Associate degree plus a minimum of one year experience or high school diploma with 2 or more years of experience in areas such as pharmaceutical or API manufacturing, equipment operator, and food processing.
  • Strong mathematical skills including algebra.
  • Experience drafting documents such as SOPs and batch records required
  • Experience working with radioactive materials and/or radioisotope production is a plus.
  • Aseptic experience preferred
  • Willingness to learn and understand new technology, instrumentation and technical processes.
  • Ability to read from engineering drawings or schematics.
  • Ability to follow written procedures and accurately record test data.
  • Ability to work safely within an industrial and radiation environment.
  • The position will require non-standard work hours and shift work, on a periodic, rotational or ongoing basis. Overtime may sometimes be necessary to complete required work assignment with little or no advance notice.
  • Some travel may be required.

Eligibility for employment is conditioned on the applicant’s ability to qualify for access to information subject to U.S. Export Controls. Additionally, applicant’s eligibility may be conditioned based upon meeting the Nuclear Regulatory Commission requirements for access to Safeguards Information, which typically requires a pre-employment drug screen, fingerprinting and criminal background check.

SHINE values diversity in all its forms as a critical component of innovation, which is fundamental to our success. Every member of the SHINE community benefits from the talents and experiences of our peers, from the mutual respect we exercise, and from the responsibility we take for our actions.

SHINE Technologies, LLC maintains affirmative action plans for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.


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