R&D Formulation Technician

R D Formulation Technician Job Description Join our dynamic team in formulating new pharmaceutical products for the animal health market. Collaborate closely with Formulation Scientists and Technicians to innovate and evaluate formulations. Your role will involve weighing samples, preparing laboratory-scale batches, and assessing the initial stability of formulations. You will ensure meticulous documentation and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) where necessary. Engage in the review and development of site procedures to align with current practices. Additionally, you will participate in planning and producing R D batches, as well as managing packaging and shipping of samples for analysis. PAY - $24-$28/hour Responsibilities Weigh and prepare samples and ingredients for laboratory-scale batches. Evaluate critical physical parameters of formulations, including hardness, friability, texture, and dimensional testing. Report and document results following Good Documentation Practices (cGDP). Maintain a clean and organized formulation area, ensuring equipment sanitation. Manage equipment logs, adhere to calibration and maintenance schedules, and oversee inventory of R D materials. Support general lab maintenance, data collection, and record-keeping. Participate in the planning and production of R D batches using commercial-scale equipment. Essential Skills Formulation expertise and familiarity with GMP standards. Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving abilities. Ability to lift up to 30 pounds. Proficiency in using the Google Workspace platform. process optimization and industrial equipment. Foundation in physical chemistry and pharmaceutical sciences. Additional Skills & Qualifications Associate or Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering preferred. Minimum of 3 years of GMP Manufacturing or Packaging experience required. Oral Solid Dose/Tablet experience preferred. Experience in an R D environment or pilot plant is advantageous. Basic computer knowledge to navigate various systems and interfaces. Work Environment Work in the R D building, collaborating with a team of 4 technicians and 4 scientists. This industrial environment includes several rooms equipped for research scale-up activities, some adhering to GMP standards. Enjoy a spacious setting with a mix of industrial and typical lab environments. The standard shift is Monday - Friday from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with some flexibility. The R D group fosters a laid-back yet results-oriented culture, emphasizing collaboration and compliance, especially for batches used in clinical trials. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of

BRIDGETON, MO.

Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $28.00/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

BRIDGETON,MO.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 30, 2026. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through: Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people Actalent is an equal opportunity employer. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day. Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.