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The Compounding Mechanical Specialist will handle general maintenance tasks to support daily compounding lab operations on a preventative maintenance or as needed schedule. The primary responsibility of this position is to support the efficient, consistent operation of the prescription compounding process by keeping the lab environment and machinery clean, organized, and stocked, with a focus on solving mechanical issues while also overseeing proper, efficient use of all mechanics.
Job Responsibility:
Maintains a schedule of preventive maintenance tasks and documents their completion
Responsible for maintaining properly functioning equipment
able to perform basic repairs on equipment as needed
Operates on a day-to-day basis in the compounding room to be readily available for immediate mechanical needs
Ensures the up-to-date certification of equipment such as laboratory hoods, scales, and balances through regular calibration and 3rd-party oversight in accordance with SOPs
Assists with oversight of compounding equipment including, but not limited to, biological safety cabinets
Complies with all applicable federal and state regulations, including but not limited to USP 800, USP 795, USP 797, and Florida Board of Pharmacy requirements
Performs duties in compliance with Strive Pharmacy standard operating procedures and best practices
Assists with ensuring compounding equipment documents are maintained and provided to appropriate personnel for physical and digital filing
Provides a weekly update on all equipment status to the Facility Manager and Compounding Management Team
Creates and builds vendor relationships for internal and external servicing needs
Maintains an appropriate supply of ad hoc parts, tools, and supplies
Partners with the Compounding Management Team to coordinate maintenance events to foster minimal disruption in workflow
Assists with performing, scheduling, and communicating preventative maintenance needs to leadership
Displays a willingness to be trained, as well as to train multiple team members with patience and consistency
Promotes a positive workplace culture and team-first attitude
Performs other duties, responsibilities, and activities as needed to support the compounding department and Strive as a company
Requirements:
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
Florida Pharmacy Technician license in good/active standing or willingness to obtain one within 6 months after hire date
Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to communicate with external vendors to properly troubleshoot equipment issues
Nice to have:
Working experience in a manufacturing lab or a pharmaceutical manufacturer
Working knowledge of AccuTek SVF series and other filling equipment
Working knowledge of maintaining, assembling/disassembling, cleaning and overall maintenance of the equipment
Working knowledge of laser ink jet printer and conveyor systems
Working knowledge of lab grade scales and balances
Working knowledge of tableting presses and encapsulation machines
Working experience in pharmaceutical bottling processes
Working experience in auto vial filling machines
What we offer:
Employer paid healthcare coverage available after 30 days of employment
Choice of an FSA/HSA
Voucher for new hire scrubs (if applicable)
Parental leave
401(k) plan with matching contributions
Weekends and holidays off
FREE COMPOUNDED MEDS to employees and immediate family members