Pharmacy Technician, Non-Sterile Compounding 503A (1st shift)

Empower Pharmacy is a visionary healthcare company dedicated to making quality affordable medication accessible to millions of patients nationwide. As the nations most advanced 503A compounding pharmacy and FDA-registered 503B outsourcing facility were redefining whats possible in personalized medicine and pharmaceutical manufacturing. Were proud to be recognized as one of Houstons fastest-growing private companies and ranked #116 in Healthcare & Medical on the Inc. 5000 List for 2025.

Our strength is built on four core values: People Quality Service and Innovation. Guided by these principles weve created a uniquely integrated healthcare platform powered by advanced technology operational excellence and a relentless commitment to patient care. From manufacturing and quality control to distribution and customer experience our teams work together to raise industry standards expand access to critical medications and improve outcomes for patients and providers across the country.

At Empower joining our team means more than starting a new role. It means becoming part of a mission-driven organization thats transforming healthcare at scale. We invest deeply in our people encourage bold thinking and create opportunities for growth leadership and innovation at every level. Your ideas matter here your development is supported and the work you do has a direct impact on the lives of millions.

If you thrive in a fast-moving purpose-driven environment where innovation collaboration and ambition come together Empower Pharmacy is the place for you. Lets transform healthcare together.

Position Summary:

The Pharmacy Technician Non-Sterile Compounding delivers measurable business impact by producing high-quality customized non-sterile medications that expand patient access in a high-growth 503A/503B environment.

This role owns end-to-end compounding execution ensuring precision compliance and throughput across formulations. The Technician operates within strict USP FDA and state requirements to safeguard product integrity while supporting scalable production documentation accuracy and operational excellence.

Responsibilities:

Compounding Operations

• Prepare non-sterile compounded medications including creams gels capsules and solutions by accurately weighing mixing and labeling ingredients.
• Execute compounding procedures in strict adherence to SOPs ensuring traceability documentation accuracy and compliance with USP 795/800 FDA OSHA and state board requirements.
• Perform in-process and final verification checks to support product uniformity potency labeling accuracy and quality standards.

Equipment and Systems

• Operate compounding equipment such as capsule fillers ointment mills and blister pack machines according to validated operating parameters.
• Clean and maintain compounding equipment according to established schedules to support safety reliability and compliance.
• Accurately complete batch records and production documentation using systems such as LifeFile.

Compliance and Collaboration

• Follow USP FDA OSHA ANSI and state regulatory requirements for non-sterile compounding activities.
• Apply proper PPE usage hazardous material handling and safety practices to maintain a safe and controlled compounding environment.
• Partner with Quality Regulatory and Production teams to resolve issues improve processes and support continuous improvement.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong knowledge of non-sterile compounding techniques USP 795/800 standards and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency with compounding equipment and digital systems such as LifeFile.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify trends reduce errors and improve production outcomes.
• Strong attention to detail accountability and collaboration skills in a fast-paced highly regulated environment.

Experience and Qualifications:

• 1 year of experience in non-sterile compounding combining admixing diluting pooling reconstituting packaging and labeling medications.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree in pharmaceutical sciences chemistry chemical or industrial engineering pharmaceutics or industrial pharmacy preferred.
• Ability to read understand and follow technical documents and standard operating procedures.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and use pharmaceutical-grade compounding equipment.
• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) or Technician Trainee license required.
• Pharmacy Technician Certification Board Nonsterile Compounding Certificate preferred.
• Lean Six Sigma White Belt preferred.

Key Competencies:

• Customer Focus: Builds trust through customer-centric solutions.
• Strategic AI: Guides responsible AI adoption and adaptation.
• Optimizes Work Processes: Drives efficiency with continuous improvement.
• Collaborates: Partners effectively to achieve shared goals.
• Resourcefulness: Secures and deploys resources efficiently.
• Manages Complexity: Simplifies and solves complex challenges.
• Ensures Accountability: Delivers on commitments with integrity.
• Situational Adaptability: Adjusts approach to shifting conditions.
• Communicates Effectively: Tailors messages to diverse audiences.

Values:

• People: Empowering people defines who we are.
• Quality: Excellence in every product every time.
• Service: Serving others is our highest purpose.
• Innovation: Advancing care through technology and discovery.

Employee Benefits Health and Wellness:

We offer comprehensive benefits to support your health well-being and future including medical dental and vision coverage paid time off 401(k) matching wellness perks IV therapy and compounded medications. Learn more: Requirements:

While performing the responsibilities of the job the employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is often required to remain in a stationary position for a significant amount of the workday and frequently use their hands and fingers to handle or feel in order to access input and retrieve information from the computer and other office productivity devices. Employees are regularly required to move about the office and around the corporate campus. The employee is regularly required to stand walk reach with arms and hands climb or balance and to stoop kneel crouch or crawl.