Lab Technician

Actalent • North Mankato, MN • 2d ago

Job Title: Lab Technician - Pharmacy Production

Job Description

This lab technician role focuses on supporting a commercial pharmacy production environment by preparing medications for compounding, assisting pharmacists with day-to-day operations, and managing the shipping and receiving of finished pharmaceutical products. The position involves hands-on work with compounding equipment, sterile production in cleanrooms, and adherence to strict quality assurance and documentation standards.

Responsibilities

Prepare medications for compounding in accordance with established procedures and quality standards.

Assist pharmacists with daily operational tasks in a commercial pharmacy setting.

Operate powder machines, tablet and capsule grinding equipment, and other production machinery safely and accurately.

Perform sterile compounding activities in a cleanroom environment while following all safety and cleanliness protocols.

Ensure correct weights, measurements, and quantities for all compounded and packaged products.

Package finished pharmaceutical products and prepare them for shipment in compliance with shipping guidelines.

Handle shipping and receiving of finished products, including labeling, documentation, and coordination with the shipping dock.

Complete all required production and quality documentation accurately and promptly, following strict quality assurance programs.

Perform daily cleaning and sanitization of facilities, cleanrooms, and equipment to maintain a safe and compliant work area.

Participate in necessary training and continuing education to maintain and enhance technical and regulatory knowledge.

Demonstrate effective communication with pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and other team members.

Contribute to a collaborative team environment by proactively seeking ways to help colleagues and support workflow.

Maintain a strong focus on quality, productivity, safety, and security in all aspects of work.

Follow written instructions and standard operating procedures and use sound reasoning to solve routine problems.

Qualifications

laboratory or pharmacy experience with a HS diploma, Associates degree or bachelors degree

Work Environment

The role is based in a pharmaceutical production facility that includes multiple departments, cleanrooms, and a shipping dock. You typically work Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with a schedule centered around daytime production operations. The majority of the team consists of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians, creating a collaborative environment where everyone helps out where needed. Work is performed in cleanroom areas and production spaces that require adherence to strict cleanliness, safety, and equipment-handling protocols. You will regularly use production machinery, compounding tools, and packaging equipment, and you will spend time in both controlled cleanroom environments and standard warehouse or dock areas. The culture emphasizes teamwork, quality, and safety, offering the opportunity to contribute to a growing pharmaceutical operation while working closely with a supportive, professional team.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of North Mankato, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $21.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in North Mankato,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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