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Setup Technician – Pharmaceutical Production
$14 / hour
Posted 10/02/2026
Job ID:
152983
Job Description
Setup Technician – Pharmaceutical Production
Pay: $14.00 per hour
Location: Oklahoma City, OK 73179
Shift: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Job Type: Temp-to-Hire
Job Order #: 152983
Position Overview
Stand-By Personnel is seeking a detail-oriented Setup Technician for a temp-to-hire pharmaceutical production opportunity in Oklahoma City. This position is responsible for preparing large quantities of pharmaceutical pills for production by operating specialized pill-counting equipment.
Accuracy is extremely important in this role. The Setup Technician will load bulk pharmaceuticals, operate and monitor the counting machine, verify quantities, document production information, and prepare products for the next stage of processing.
Candidates must be comfortable working under strict quality, sanitation, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) requirements.
Required Experience & Skills
• High school diploma or GED required
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to accurately perform repetitive production tasks
• Comfortable working with pharmaceutical products
• Ability to follow strict quality procedures
• Ability to follow GMP requirements
• Ability to complete documentation accurately and legibly
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Dependable attendance and punctuality
• Ability to maintain a clean and sanitary work environment
• Willingness to follow all jewelry and piercing restrictions
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
• Prepare pharmaceutical products for production
• Load bulk pharmaceuticals into pill-counting equipment
• Set up applicable materials for processing
• Operate the pill-counting machine
• Process large quantities of pills accurately
• Monitor equipment throughout operation
• Verify pill counts for accuracy
• Identify potential counting or equipment issues
• Prepare counted products for the next production stage
• Complete required production documentation
• Maintain accurate and legible records
• Keep equipment and work areas clean and organized
• Maintain sanitary production conditions
• Follow all company quality procedures
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices
• Follow all applicable safety requirements
• Perform additional pharmaceutical production duties as assigned
Pill Counting & Machine Operation
Candidates will regularly:
• Load bulk pills into counting equipment
• Operate the pill-counting machine
• Monitor machine performance
• Verify accurate product counts
• Identify obvious processing issues
• Maintain consistent production flow
• Prepare completed products for additional processing
Strong concentration and consistency are important when processing large quantities of pharmaceutical products.
Quality & Accuracy
• Verify product counts
• Maintain accuracy throughout repetitive production runs
• Follow established processing procedures
• Identify potential discrepancies
• Communicate equipment or quality concerns promptly
• Prevent incorrectly processed products from advancing
• Follow applicable company quality standards
Documentation
Candidates must be able to:
• Complete required production records
• Record information accurately
• Maintain legible documentation
• Follow applicable documentation procedures
• Verify information before submitting completed records
GMP & Sanitation Requirements
This position operates in a pharmaceutical production environment requiring strict adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
Candidates must:
• Follow established sanitation procedures
• Maintain clean work areas
• Follow product-handling requirements
• Prevent contamination
• Follow all applicable quality procedures
• Maintain appropriate personal cleanliness
• Follow facility rules regarding prohibited personal items
Jewelry & Piercing Requirements
No jewelry or piercings may be worn while working.
Candidates must be willing to comply with this requirement throughout the workday.
Screening Requirements
Candidates must successfully complete:
• 10-panel pre-employment drug screen, including THC
• Extensive background check
These are required pre-employment conditions for this position.
Physical Requirements
• Ability to stand for extended periods throughout the shift
• Ability to perform repetitive movements and production tasks
• Manual dexterity required for product handling and machine operation
• Ability to maintain focus during repetitive processing activities
• Comfortable working in a controlled pharmaceutical production environment
• Ability to follow all required PPE and sanitation procedures
Work Environment
• Pharmaceutical production environment
• Regular work with bulk pharmaceutical products and specialized counting equipment
• Detail-intensive position involving repetitive machine operation and verification
• Clean and sanitary work environment with strict quality procedures
• Consistent Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM schedule
• Strong emphasis on GMP compliance, accuracy, cleanliness, documentation, and dependable attendance
Why You'll Want This Opportunity
• Starting pay of $14.00/hour
• Stable Monday–Friday day shift
• Temp-to-hire opportunity
• Gain hands-on pharmaceutical production experience
• Learn specialized pill-counting equipment
• Develop experience working under GMP standards
• Build valuable production, quality, and documentation skills
• Excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented candidate who values accuracy, consistency, and structured processes
Ready to Apply?
Apply today for immediate consideration and reference Job Order #152983.
For more information, call/text 405-367-3076.
You can also apply in person at:
Stand-By Personnel – Oklahoma City
3625 S. Council Rd.
Oklahoma City, OK 73179
Monday–Friday | 8 AM – 4 PM
About Oklahoma City, OK
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