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Actalent

Compounder (3rd Shift Rotating)

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A Mixing Machine Operator operates and maintains machines that mix materials, such as foodstuffs, chemicals, color pigments, or other ingredients in a manufacturing process.

$45,094 / year median in Illinois

+1% projected growth

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at Actalent in
Morton Grove, Illinois, United States Job Description Job Title:
Compounder (3rd Shift Rotating) Job Description This role focuses on performing multi-kilogram chemical synthesis in a GMP production environment, supporting active pharmaceutical ingredient ( API ) and R D manufacturing on a rotating 3rd shift schedule. The Production Chemist sets up, operates, and cleans plant equipment, maintains precise batch documentation, and collaborates closely with chemical engineers to produce high-quality products. This position offers strong growth potential within both chemistry and production tracks in a rapidly expanding facility that is receiving significant capital investment. Responsibilities + Perform chemical synthesis on a multi-kilo scale by following detailed batch records and standard operating procedures. + Maintain documentation to meet GMP requirements, including accurate recording of charges and transfers, real-time acknowledgment of actions performed, and thorough documentation of key observations during operations. + Set up, operate, monitor, and clean plant equipment such as reactors, centrifuges, filter dryers, shelf dryers, milling equipment, and related processing systems. + Stage raw materials, including verifying identification and quantities, and load raw materials into reactors and other equipment according to batch instructions. + Unload intermediates and finished products from dryers and other equipment, ensuring correct labeling, handling, and transfer to designated areas. + Work closely with chemical engineers to produce R D API and support scale-up activities from development to production. + Follow GLP and GMP practices to ensure product quality, consistency, and regulatory compliance. + Perform manual compounding and blending operations, ensuring proper mixing, homogeneity, and adherence to batch specifications. + Use Microsoft Office and related software to complete electronic documentation, reports, and communications. + Read and interpret batch records, technical documents, and standard operating procedures, and translate them into accurate, safe execution on the production floor. + Write routine reports and production-related correspondence, documenting process steps, deviations, and observations as required. + Communicate effectively in group settings, including shift handovers, team meetings, and interactions with engineering, quality, and production colleagues. + Handle chemicals safely using established engineering controls, safety equipment, and procedures, incl To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account