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Compounding Operator - 2nd Shift Summary: To safely and efficiently perform cold mixing and milling utilizing multiple mechanical equipment to mix and mill high consistency silicone rubber to desired ...

Access Vascular, Inc seeks an operator to add to their quickly growing team. The right candidate will be responsible for the detailed assembly and production of high-quality medical devices within ...

Pine Pharmaceuticals Operators shall be required to perform all necessary activities to provide the highest quality sterile drug products to our customers in a timely manner, while following all Pine ...

Pharmacist

Ottumwa, IA · On-site

$111K - $155K/yr

Responsibilities are consistent with those of a staff pharmacist operating in a clinical hospital environment. What we're looking for. * Licensed in Iowa as a Registered Pharmacist * Graduate of a ...

We are currently looking for aPouch & Seal Operator,at ourMebane, NCHealthcare Laundry facility. We are looking for someone who is confident in decision making, can act quickly, and has excellent ...

Pharmaceutical Warehouse Operator

Tampa, FL · On-site

$15.75 - $19.25/hr

Pharmaceutical Warehouse Operator Shift: 1st shift Location : Tampa, FL Join Lonza as a Pharmaceutical Warehouse Operator and play a vital role in ensuring safe, accurate, and compliant material ...

Pharmaceutical Warehouse Operator

Tampa, FL

$15.75 - $19.25/hr

Pharmaceutical Warehouse Operator Shift: 1st shift Location : Tampa, FL Join Lonza as a Pharmaceutical Warehouse Operator and play a vital role in ensuring safe, accurate, and compliant material ...

Operator C

Lumberton, NJ · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

About the Organization AAA Pharmaceutical is a manufacturer of Over-the-Counter pharmaceuticals. Position Operator C Category Packaging Description Does THIS sound like your current job? Greet ...

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How much do pharmaceutical operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for pharmaceutical operator in the United States is $19.78, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.79 and $21.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a pharmaceutical operator do?

As a pharmaceutical operator, your duties center on the production of medicines. You weigh and measure ingredients, operate pharmaceutical manufacturing machinery, and monitor the manufacturing process to ensure the correct distribution of elements in each pill, tablet, or other medicinal vehicles. You may also clean and perform maintenance on the machinery. Some pharmaceutical technicians may specialize in milling, coating, or grinding pills. You inspect manufactured products as part of the manufacturer’s quality control (QC) practices.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a pharmaceutical operator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Pharmaceutical Operator, you need a solid understanding of manufacturing processes, GMP regulations, and typically a high school diploma or relevant technical certification. Familiarity with automated production equipment, batch record documentation systems, and quality control instruments is expected. Attention to detail, strong teamwork, and effective communication are important soft skills for this role. These abilities ensure safe, compliant, and efficient production of pharmaceuticals, directly impacting product quality and patient safety.

What is the difference between Pharmaceutical Operator vs Manufacturing Technician?

AspectPharmaceutical OperatorManufacturing Technician
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; GMP training often requiredHigh school diploma or equivalent; technical training may be preferred
Work EnvironmentCleanroom settings in pharmaceutical manufacturingManufacturing plants, including pharmaceutical and other industries
Industry UsagePrimarily in pharmaceutical companiesUsed across various manufacturing sectors, including pharma
Job FocusOperating equipment, following GMP protocols, ensuring product qualityOperating machinery, maintaining production lines, troubleshooting

The main difference between a Pharmaceutical Operator and a Manufacturing Technician lies in their specific roles and focus areas. Pharmaceutical Operators primarily work within GMP-compliant environments, focusing on operating equipment and ensuring product quality in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Manufacturing Technicians may work across various industries, including pharmaceuticals, with a broader scope of maintaining and troubleshooting manufacturing equipment. Both roles require similar certifications but differ in their industry-specific responsibilities.

What are some common challenges faced by pharmaceutical operators in maintaining compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)?

Pharmaceutical Operators often face the challenge of consistently adhering to strict GMP guidelines, which require precise documentation, cleanliness, and careful handling of materials. Staying updated with frequent changes in protocols and ensuring every step is recorded accurately can be demanding, especially in fast-paced production environments. Operators must also be vigilant about cross-contamination risks and equipment calibration, as small oversights can have significant regulatory and safety consequences. Teamwork and clear communication with quality assurance and engineering staff are essential to navigate these challenges successfully.
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Infographic showing various Pharmaceutical Operator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 40% Full Time, 58% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,139 per year, or $19.8 per hour.

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Morgan Advanced Materials

Morgan Advanced Materials is a world leader in advanced materials development and production. We produce a wide range of specialist, high specification materials that have extraordinary attributes and properties. Despite the complexity of our technologies, our focus is simple – we supply innovative, differentiated products made from advanced materials which enable our customers’ products to perform more efficiently, more reliably and for longer

The Technical Ceramics business of Morgan Advanced Materials engineers high performance functional and structural ceramic materials, components and sub-assemblies to address customer-specific technical challenges.

The business employs advanced materials science and applications expertise to produce parts that enhance reliability or improve the performance of its customers’ products. Much of what the global business unit makes is used in demanding, harsh or critical environments. Our Technical Ceramics business works in selected segments of the electronics, energy, healthcare, industrial, petrochemicals, security and transport markets, typically in close collaborative customer relationships.

Group Key Figures: Revenue £1b, ~9,000 employees, manufacturing in 30+ countries, and customers in 100+ countries. A UK PLC with head office located in Windsor, Berkshire UK.  Listed on London Stock Exchange; Member of the FTSE 250 Index.


Shift(s):

  • 1st shift: Monday - Friday 7:00AM - 3:30PM
  • 2nd shift: Monday - Friday 3:30PM - 12:00AM
  • 3rd shift: Sunday - Thursday 11:00PM - 7:30AM

Essential Functions:

  • Perform detailed assembly operations using microscopes, tweezers, micrometers, or dial indicators.
  • Completes all relevant documentation.
  • Maintains material inspection records
  • Microscope use is required.
  • Conduct all tasks in a safe and efficient manner complying with all local, state, and federal EHS regulations and with Morgan New Bedford, MA EHS Guidelines. Guidelines include but not limited to participation in required EHS training and use of proper PPE. Employees are responsible for reporting hazardous conditions and job-related injuries or illnesses to their supervisor.
  • Performs training/cross-training as required.
  • Performs one or more of the following assembly/verification operations:
    • Assembly
    • Helium leak Test
    • Electrical Testing
    • Visual Inspection
  • Cleanroom dress and protocol is mandatory
  • Etch metal
  • Performs one or more of the following ceramic processing operations
    • Ceramic cleaning
    • Set-up for sputter
    • Set-up for grind
    • Mask and etch
    • Visual verification

Minimum Qualifications and Education Requirements

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
  • Must be able to carry out written, oral, or diagram form instructions in English
  • This position requires use of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR), and Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC).
  • Individual must be a:

    • Citizen of the United States, or
    • Permanent resident alien of the United States, or
    • Protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) as defined by 22CFR120.15

Additional Requirements:

  • Must be able to carry out written, oral, or diagram form instructions.
  • Basic math skills.

Physical Requirements:

  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Required to talk or hear
  • Required to pass eye tests
  • Required to stand, walk, and sit
  • Required to use finger, handle, feel & reach with hands & arms
  • Frequently lift and/or move up to 10 lbs, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs
  • Vision abilities include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus, close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Pay Range:

  • $17.00 - $19.50 per hour 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, or airborne particles, and toxic caustic chemicals.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

This job description does not state or imply that all duties to be performed are specifically identified above. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested or instructed by an authorized person of the Company. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” relationship.

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