Formulation & Manufacturing Chemist I

Improving Health through Science and Technology! At Aptar Pharma, we specialize in Drug Delivery offering Innovative Devices, Services and Solutions focused on the Patient Experience. Aptar Pharma is part of Aptar Group, a global leader of dispensing systems for the packaging industry. Aptar Pharma has been setting the standard in drug delivery for decades providing health technology solutions and services enabling effective patient treatment. Be You, Be Aptar!

What You Will Do at Aptar Pharma:

The primary mission of the Formulation & Manufacturing Chemist Iis to support early-phase development and cGMP manufacturing of orally inhaled and nasal drug products (OINDPs). This role combines hands-on manufacturing execution with laboratory-based formulation development, requiring strong attention to detail, scientific rigor, and disciplined experimental practices. The individual will work across R&D and Manufacturing environments to prepare and evaluate formulations, troubleshooting process challenges, and support the transition of early-stage formulations into GMP clinical production.

What Aptar Pharma Is Looking For:

Execute GMP manufacturing activities (formulation preparation, device filling, assembly)
Perform line setup, in-process checks, and equipment cleaning per SOPs
Document all activities in batch records with high accuracy
Maintain compliance with cGMP, data integrity, and safety requirements
Support cleanroom operations and material control
Prepare and evaluate lab-scale formulations
Design and execute controlled formulation experiments
Document procedures, observations, and results with precision
Interpret experimental outcomes and identify process/formulation adjustments
Troubleshoot formulation and process issues
Support scale-up of lab processes into GMP manufacturing
Collaborate with R&D, Engineering, and Quality teams
Support technology transfer and clinical supply production
Escalate deviations and inconsistencies in a structured manner

What you will bring on the journey

Education

Bachelor of Science (BS) in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, or Engineering

Experience

0–5 years of relevant experience (laboratory, manufacturing, or engineering)
GMP experience preferred but not required
Strong laboratory discipline and willingness to learn GMP required

Skills

Exceptional attention to detail and documentation accuracy
Careful and precise execution of formulations and experiments
Ability to detect subtle inconsistencies in materials or processes
Ability to operate in both R&D and GMP environments
Strong hands-on problem-solving mindset
Mechanical aptitude with process equipment
Effective team communication

Ideal Backgrounds

Laboratory technicians transitioning into pharmaceutical manufacturing
Early-career formulation scientists
Engineers with hands-on lab or process experience
Candidates with strong experimental rigor, including non-pharma backgrounds

What We Offer

An exciting, diverse and value based working environment.
Award-winning corporate university offering personal development and training opportunities.
Competitive base salary
Contribute to the communities where we reside.
Innovative benefits plan which includes: 401k plan with Company matching benefit, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, disability and more

Compensation and Base Annual Pay

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is USD $61,000 to USD $83,000 annually. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. Aptar also offers a variety of benefits, including health, life, and disability insurance, 401(k) match and employer retirement savings contribution, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, company-paid holidays, and more. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on location, pay class, or other factors.

BE YOU, BE APTAR!

Aptar is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information

Aptar Pharma, NA
250 Route 303 North
Congers, NY 10920
www.aptar.com

Improving Health through Science and Technology!

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