Current Job Openings at Apertus Compounding

Sterile Compounding Environmental Monitoring Technician

Apertus Compounding is seeking an Environmental Monitoring (EM) Technician to support our Quality Unit in maintaining sterile cleanroom conditions for large-scale drug manufacturing. This role executes routine and non-routine EM activities under FDA 21 CFR 210/211, cGMP, and USP <797>/<800> requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Perform viable and nonviable environmental monitoring in ISO 5, 7, and 8 classified areas (active/passive air sampling, surface sampling, particle counting, and DPTH monitoring)
  • Prepare, incubate, read, and trend microbiological media plates
  • Document EM excursions and OOS results; support root-cause analysis and CAPA development
  • Maintain accurate records per GDP and participate in internal audits and FDA inspections
  • Operate and maintain EM equipment; support cleanroom certification activities
  • Collaborate with QA, QC Microbiology, Production, and Facilities teams

Qualifications

  • High school diploma required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree in microbiology, biology, chemistry, or related field preferred
  • Experience in a 503B, pharmaceutical manufacturing, or cGMP environment strongly preferred
  • Knowledge of aseptic processing, contamination control, and cleanroom operations
  • Strong attention to detail, documentation accuracy, and ability to follow strict SOPs
  • Ability to work in full aseptic gowning for extended periods; lift up to 25 lbs

Sterile Compounding Technician – CPhT

Apertus Compounding is looking for a licensed Sterile Compounding Pharmacy Technician to prepare compounded sterile products (CSPs) in our ISO 5 cleanroom environment. This role supports all phases of CSP production under the supervision of the Pharmacist in Charge, ensuring compliance with cGMP, USP standards, and state/federal pharmacy regulations.

Responsibilities

  • Perform aseptic manipulations in ISO 5 laminar flow hoods; compound sterile preparations per batch records
  • Execute sterile techniques including IV admixture, syringe filling, vial pooling, and API incorporation
  • Maintain cleanroom and equipment cleanliness per SOPs; perform proper labeling and packaging
  • Complete batch records and all documentation per cGDP requirements
  • Support media fills, product validation, and cleanroom certification activities
  • Track production schedules and contribute to Daily Improvement (MDI) boards
  • Assist with training development and team huddles

Qualifications

  • Active Missouri Pharmacy Technician license in good standing
  • CPhT certification with IV sterile compounding credential required
  • Minimum 2 years aseptic sterile compounding experience
  • Working knowledge of cGMP (21 CFR 210/211) and USP standards
  • Ability to work in full cleanroom gowning for extended periods; lift up to 25 lbs
  • Availability for weekends and overtime as needed