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Synerfac Technical Staffing, Thorofare, NJ, United States


Entry-Level Process Engineer – Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Overview
We are seeking a highly motivated

recent Chemical or Mechanical Engineering graduate

to join a pharmaceutical manufacturing operations in a Production Technician role. This is an entry-level role designed to provide hands-on exposure to

drug substance and drug product manufacturing , equipment, and GMP-regulated processes in a production environment.

Responsibilities

Support daily pharmaceutical production operations, including

batch processing, equipment utilization, and troubleshooting

Assist with

process optimization, yield improvement, and cycle time reduction

Participate in

technology transfer , scale-up, and validation activities

Support deviation investigations, root cause analysis, and CAPA development

Author and revise

technical documentation

including SOPs, batch records, and validation protocols

Collaborate cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Quality, Maintenance, and EHS teams

Ensure all activities comply with

cGMP, FDA, and regulatory requirements

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline

0–2 years of experience

(recent graduates strongly encouraged to apply)

Internship, co-op, or academic project experience in

pharmaceutical, biotech, chemical, or regulated manufacturing

preferred

Fundamental understanding of

process engineering principles

Strong problem-solving and communication skills

Ability to work in a

manufacturing / plant environment

Preferred Experience

Exposure to

GMP environments

Familiarity with batch processing, unit operations, or production equipment

Interest in long-term career growth within pharmaceutical manufacturing

Benefits

Structured onboarding and mentorship for early-career engineers

Hands-on exposure to commercial pharmaceutical production

Clear career progression within Manufacturing, MS&T, or Process Engineering

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