Manufacturing Technician

Company: Actalent
Location: Madison
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Manufacturing Technician Job Description The Manufacturing Technician is responsible for preparing small batches of material for commercialization. This role involves working closely with a team to prioritize tasks and focus on two main processes: extracting enzymes from pig glands and utilizing laboratory equipment such as column chromatography and UV spectrophotometry to scale small-batch products for commercial readiness. Responsibilities Handle raw materials like pituitary glands and pig hearts, ensuring QA release and proper storage. Assist with production scheduling and verify material availability. Prepare and maintain the manufacturing area, including cleaning and changeovers. Execute pilot-scale and commercial processes such as extractions, mixing, and powder finishing. Operate equipment including processing tanks, temperature-controlled vessels, vacuum/pressurized systems, and HMIs (touchscreen control systems). Monitor process parameters such as temperature and timing, following established procedures. Essential Skills High School Diploma or GED. 6 months of experience in GMP or pharmaceutical settings. Additional Skills & Qualifications Associate degree or higher in Biotechnology field is preferred. 2 years of experience within GMP or pharmaceutical environments is preferred. Proficiency in cleanroom operations, SOP adherence, laboratory work, aseptic techniques, production, and sanitization. Work Environment The work environment is a laboratory and pharmaceutical manufacturing setting with one large suite and 3-4 smaller suites, including benchtops. Employees will work across the plant, which includes areas with three flights of stairs. The entire facility is located on one floor, spread across the SPL facility. The schedule involves weekdays from 11 pm to 7:30 am, with a transition to 2nd shift (3 pm to 11:30 pm) for the first three months. Employees receive a schedule incentive and a 3rd shift differential. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance from day 1 of employment, basic life and AD&D insurance, short-term disability, optional voluntary life and AD&D, and long-term disability coverage. Health and flexible spending account options are available. Full-time employees can contribute to their 401k upon hire and receive a company contribution. The position offers 160 hours of vacation and 40 hours of sick time (both pro-rated based on hire date) and 9 paid holidays. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Madison, WI. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $43680.00 - $51160.00/yr. Employees are eligible for Medical, Dental and Vision on day 1 of employment. The company provides Basic Life insurance, Basic AD&D insurance along with Short-term disability on all full-time employees. Employees have the option to elect Voluntary Life, Voluntary AD&D along with Long-term disability coverage. Health and Flexible spending account options. Full-time employees can contribute to their 401k upon hire and are eligible for a company contribution. 160 hours of vacation & 40 hours of sick time (both pro-rated base on hire date) and 9 paid holidays. Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Madison,WI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 25, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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