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Solid Dosage Manufacturing Operator 503B (2nd shift)

Location: Houston, Texas 77041, United States
Posted: March 26, 2025
Job Type: Full Time
Req# 3144
Manufacturing
Company Overview

Empower is a visionary healthcare company committed to providing quality, affordable medication to millions of patients across the nation. We hold the distinguished position of being the largest 503A compounding pharmacy and FDA-registered 503B outsourcing facility in the country serving the functional medicine markets.  

What sets us apart is our relentless focus on four core values: People, Quality, Service and Innovation. Our dedicated team of professionals collaboratively works to break new ground in the fields of manufacturing, distribution and quality control, providing a uniquely integrated approach to healthcare. Leveraging our vertical integration of the pharmaceutical supply chain, state-of-the-art technology, and a commitment to excellence, we are constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible in medication accessibility and affordability.  

You're not just starting a job; you're joining a mission. We believe in empowering our team to innovate, grow, and drive real change in the healthcare industry. If you're a forward-thinker who thrives in a fast-paced, transformative environment, Empower is the place for you. Here, you’ll be encouraged to share your ideas, expand your skill set, and contribute to projects that genuinely make a difference. We prioritize the well-being of our team members, and we offer a supportive and engaging workplace where your contributions are not just recognized but celebrated.

Let’s revolutionize healthcare, together. Join us and be a part of something extraordinary.  

Position Summary

Solid Dosage Manufacturing Operators play a critical role in ensuring the production of high-quality, innovative medications that help people live healthier, happier lives. This position offers the opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art pharmaceutical manufacturing environment, where precision, compliance, and continuous improvement drive success. Join a team dedicated to expanding access to quality, affordable medication while advancing your expertise in Current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMP), cleanroom operations, and pharmaceutical manufacturing excellence.

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Manufactures pharmaceutical products in compliance with cGMP regulations within classified cleanrooms (International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 7, ISO 8) and non-classified environments, following master batch records, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and safety protocols while using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
  • Operates, sets up, and troubleshoots Solid Dosage manufacturing equipment, including pelletizing machinery, weight sorters, and glass-forming equipment with oxygen and propane flame control, ensuring quality and safety.
  • Performs in-process and final product testing for quality, potency, and consistency while working in powder processing areas requiring a full-face respirator for safety.
  • Maintains an ISO-classified cleanroom by following strict cleaning protocols, achieving “Gown Qualified” status within two attempts, and supporting production through ancillary tasks and LEAN manufacturing initiatives.
  • Observes, coaches, and assists in training new hires in Solid Dosage operations, emphasizing hazardous material handling and PPE use while providing overtime and project support as needed.

While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is often required to remain in a stationary position for a significant amount of the workday and frequently use their hands and fingers to handle or feel in order to access, input, and retrieve information from the computer and other office productivity devices. The employee is regularly required to move about the office and around the corporate campus. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

Knowledge and Skills
  • Strong attention to detail, adaptability, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment while maintaining compliance, safety, and operational excellence.
  • Proficient in solid dose manufacturing equipment, cGMP, Good Documentation Practices, and SOPs, with skills in precise measurement, batch record interpretation, and aseptic processing.

Key Competencies

  • Customer Focus: Ability to build strong customer relationships and deliver customer centric solutions.
  • Optimizes Work Processes: Know the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
  • Collaborates: Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
  • Resourcefulness: Secures and deploys resources effectively and efficiently.
  • Manages Complexity: Makes sense of complex, high quality, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
  • Ensures Accountability: Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments and objectives.
  • Situational Adaptability: Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match shifting demands of different situations.
  • Communicates Effectively: Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.

Values

  • People: Our people define who we are as a company, and we believe that understanding and addressing the needs of our team, clients, and community is fundamental to fostering a culture of support and growth.
  • Quality: Quality stands at the core of our mission, reflecting our commitment to excellence in every medication we produce.
  • Service: We are here to serve others. Every interaction with our patients, providers, employees and other stakeholders comes from a place of service.
  • Innovation: By continuously exploring new methodologies and embracing technology, we ensure that every solution we offer is at the forefront of pharmaceutical care.
Experience and Qualifications
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in pharmaceutical solid dose manufacturing, compounding, or cGMP-regulated production, with expertise in operating and troubleshooting equipment.
  • Requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with a strong preference for an associate degree.
  • Certified Pharmaceutical Technician (CPhT),Sterile IV Compounding Certification, or other technical certifications in pharmaceutical manufacturing, engineering, or a related field preferred.
Employee Benefits, Health, and Wellness

We offer comprehensive benefits to support your health, well-being, and future, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, 401(k) matching, wellness perks, IV therapy, and compounded medications. Learn more: https://careers.empowerpharmacy.com/benefits/