Manufacturing Technician

Actalent • Madison, WI • 1h ago

Job Title: Manufacturing Technician

3rd shift Weekends

Job Description

The Manufacturing Technician is responsible for preparing small batches of material for commercialization. Each day begins with a team meeting to establish priorities and focus on two primary processes: extracting enzymes from pig glands and using laboratory equipment such as column chromatography and UV spectrophotometry to scale small-batch products for commercial readiness.

Responsibilities

Handle raw materials such as pituitary glands and pig hearts, ensuring quality assurance release and proper storage.

Assist with production scheduling and verify material availability.

Prepare and maintain the manufacturing area, including cleaning and changeovers.

Execute pilot-scale and commercial processes such as extractions, mixing, and powder finishing.

Operate equipment including processing tanks, temperature-controlled vessels, vacuum/pressurized systems, and touchscreen control systems (HMIs).

Monitor process parameters such as temperature and timing, following established procedures.

Essential Skills

High School Diploma or GED

At least 6 months of experience in a GMP or pharmaceutical environment

Proficiency in cleanroom and laboratory practices, aseptic techniques, and production sanitization

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Associate degree or higher in Biotechnology is preferred

2+ years of experience in a GMP or pharmaceutical environment is preferred

Work Environment

This role offers flexibility with shift options: 3rd shift (6 pm - 6 am) on Friday and Saturday with an optional Thursday or Sunday. Candidates can choose between a 24-hour or 36-hour workweek. Weekend shifts include a $6.00/hour schedule incentive, and a $1.50/hour differential applies to the 3rd shift. Training occurs Monday-Friday on either the 1st or 2nd shift, consisting of 8-hour days and lasting from 3 to 9 months. The manufacturing environment includes one large suite and several smaller suites, with some areas requiring navigation of stairs. The facility operates on a single floor, spanning the entire plant.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Madison, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $54080.00 - $69680.00/yr.

Eligible for Medical, Dental and Vision on day 1 of employment. The company provides Basic Life insurance, Basic AD&D insurance along with Short-term disability on all full-time employees. Employees have the option to elect Voluntary Life, Voluntary AD&D along with Long-term disability coverage. Health and Flexible spending account options. Full-time employees can contribute to their 401k upon hire and are eligible for a company contribution. Annually, the company offers 160 hours of vacation & 40 hours of sick time (both pro-rated base on hire date) and 9 paid holidays.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Madison,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 6, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

Hiring diverse talent

Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC-with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

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