Mixer Operator @ Aerotek

Job Title: Fill / Mixer Operator (1st Shift) ($22.00/hr.)

Job DescriptionThe 1st Shift (7:00am-3:30pm) Fill / Mixer Operator works in a sterile, FDA-regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment to compound, mix, and fill sterile medications in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). This role focuses on operating formulation and filling equipment, performing meticulous cleaning and sanitization, completing accurate documentation, and supporting production goals while maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality. We are looking for individuals to interview and start as soon as possible. Apply Today!

Responsibilities

• Perform daily cleaning and sanitization of production equipment and manufacturing areas to maintain sterile conditions and comply with GMP requirements.
• Complete all required GMP documentation and batch records accurately and legibly, following recipes and batch instructions for raw materials, active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), and excipients.
• Perform batch compounding and mixing of sterile pharmaceutical products in accordance with established procedures and quality standards.
• Operate formulation systems, humanmachine interfaces (HMIs), and computerized manufacturing equipment to support production activities.
• Assemble production equipment including filters, clamps, gaskets, and related components, ensuring correct setup and integrity.
• Conduct filter integrity testing and flushing procedures to verify equipment performance and product safety.
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) for material handling, equipment setup, cleaning, and production processes.
• Work in sterile cleanroom and isolator environments while consistently wearing and properly using required personal protective equipment (PPE), including gowning and respirators.
• Utilize computer systems to access SOPs, training modules, and document management systems, and to enter production and quality-related data.
• Support daily and long-term production goals by maintaining throughput, minimizing downtime, and collaborating with team members.
• Perform visual inspection of products and components to identify defects, contamination, or deviations from specifications.
• Apply strong attention to detail to ensure product quality, compliance with FDA and GMP regulations, and adherence to safety protocols.
• Handle materials and finished products safely and efficiently within a highly regulated manufacturing environment.
• Stand and walk throughout the entire shift while performing tasks that may include lifting up to 40 pounds.
• Participate in ongoing training and development activities to maintain compliance and expand technical skills.

Essential Skills

• Previous GMP manufacturing experience in a regulated environment.
• Experience with batch mixing, compounding, or following recipes and batch records in a production setting.
• Strong documentation skills with the ability to complete GMP records accurately and consistently.
• Proficiency using computer systems to access SOPs, training modules, and document management systems.
• Ability to work effectively in a cleanroom or highly regulated manufacturing environment.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds safely and repeatedly as needed.
• Ability to stand and walk throughout the entire shift.
• Strong attention to detail and a demonstrated commitment to product quality and safety.
• Comfort working in full PPE, including gowning and respirators, in sterile and isolator environments.
• Ability to perform visual inspection of products and components for defects or deviations.
• Understanding of FDA-regulated manufacturing practices or willingness to work within FDA-regulated processes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with pharmaceutical batch compounding, mixing, and formulation systems.
• Familiarity with HMIs and computerized manufacturing equipment.
• Knowledge of FDA regulations and quality systems in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Experience in packaging, quality inspection, labeling, and cleaning in a production environment.
• Comfort working in a temperature-controlled, multi-floor facility.
• Ability to follow detailed SOPs and work instructions with consistency and accuracy.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and reliability in a production environment.

Why Work Here? This direct hire opportunity offers long-term career growth in a state-of-the-art pharmaceutical manufacturing environment where safety and quality are top priorities. Employees receive comprehensive training, clear advancement pathways, and the chance to contribute to sterile medications that directly impact patient care and save lives. Once hired, team members benefit from a generous paid time off bank starting at 20 days, additional PTO at milestone anniversaries, three personal days, and 11 company-paid holidays.

A robust benefits package includes health, dental, vision, mental health support, disability, life insurance, prescription drug coverage, and a variety of voluntary benefits, along with an employee discount program and wellbeing rewards. The organization offers annual performance bonus, commission, and share potential, as well as automatic enrollment in a 401(k) program with a 100% match on the first 6% of eligible pay contributed. Employees enjoy substantial PTO, merit increases, bonuses, yearly promotion opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and paid maternity and parental leave, all within a culture that invests heavily in its manufacturing sites, supports global growth, and prioritizes career development and work-life balance.

Work EnvironmentThe role is based in a clean, FDA-regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing facility that produces IV bags and injectable drugs in a sterile environment. The site is temperature controlled and spans two floors, with a strong focus on safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. Employees work in cleanrooms and isolator areas while wearing full PPE, including gowning and respirators, and must be comfortable with strict hygiene and documentation standards. The 1st shift schedule runs from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., providing a consistent daytime work pattern. The facility is expanding production lines and shifts, offering opportunities to join a growing operation at an early stage and contribute to the success of a high-performing, globally connected manufacturing network.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Bedford, OH.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $45760.00 - $46000.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. For Hikma Pharmaceuticals, the benefits we have specifically documented for employees once hired on permanently are:

401(k): auto-enrollment at 3%, with 100% company match on the first 6% the employee contributes

PTO: starts at 20 days, prorated based on hire date

3 personal days, prorated based on hire date

11 company-paid holidays

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Prescription drug coverage

Mental health benefits

Disability & life insurance

Annual performance bonus eligibility

Tuition reimbursement

Paid maternity and parental leave

Employee discount program

Wellbeing rewards program

Career advancement/growth opportunities

Hikma's public careers information also highlights professional development/training, mentorship, career mobility, wellbeing, paid time off, parental leave, and employee recognition programs

Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 4, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Bedford,OH.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

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

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

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

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