Description
The Lead Sterile Compounding Pharmacy Technician supports the preparation of sterile medications in a controlled cleanroom environment while following cGMP standards, USP / requirements, and company procedures. Working under a pharmacist’s supervision, this role assists with all stages of sterile product preparation, documentation, equipment use, and daily pharmacy operations. The technician helps maintain production accuracy, regulatory compliance, and a safe, well‑organized workspace.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare sterile compounded products using proper aseptic technique in ISO 5 hoods.
- Eventually with be working under the hood for 8 hours a day after SOPs are set-up
- Follow batch records, documentation standards, and regulatory guidelines.
- Perform sterile tasks such as transferring medications into IV bags, filling syringes, pooling vials, and mixing APIs.
- Maintain cleanroom conditions and report any deviations or concerns to a pharmacist.
- Complete labeling, packaging, and batch documentation accurately.
- Keep training and competency records current.
- Support production scheduling, continuous improvement efforts, and compliance initiatives.
- Ensure equipment is maintained, calibrated, and used according to SOPs.
- Participate in validation activities, media fills, and cleanroom certification.
- Assist pharmacists with daily operational tasks and departmental goals.
- Contribute to team communication, meetings, and workflow coordination.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Active Missouri pharmacy technician registration and/or national certification (CPhT).
- Completion of an ACPE‑approved sterile compounding training program.
- Prior hands‑on experience preparing IV sterile products.
-Experience with hazardous drugs and chemo drugs
- High school diploma or equivalent education.
- Familiarity with cGMP expectations, including relevant sections of 21 CFR 210 and 211.
- Solid working knowledge of USP standards related to non‑sterile, sterile, and hazardous compounding (, , ).
Work Environment:
Monday through Friday 9am to 5pm. Start up environment.
Experience Level
Expert Level
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Maryland Heights, MO.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $27.00 - $33.00/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 TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Maryland Heights,MO.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Feb 9, 2026.
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