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About Southend Pharmacy

Southend Pharmacy is a modern 503A compounding pharmacy built on clinical precision operational clarity and a human-first approach. Licensed in 35 states and focused on longevity-aligned therapeutics we support providers and their patients with precision in compounding and transparent processes. Southend Pharmacy operates at the intersection of innovation ambition and clinical excellenceblending precision clarity and compassionate support to help providers deliver patient-centered clinically guided care across every step of the treatment journey.

• Perform 100% manual visual inspection of all finished products using approved techniques including black and white background light inspection stations to detect:

  • Particulate matter or foreign objects in solutions

  • Container/closure defects (cracks breaks improper seals)

  • Leaks from vials bags or syringes

  • Incorrect fill volumes or appearance (color clarity precipitation)

• Inspect non-sterile compounded preparations as required by SOPs for visible quality attributes

• Quarantine any defective or suspect products document findings on inspection logs or deviation reports and escalate to QA Management for investigation and disposition.

• Accurately record inspection results in electronic or paper based quality systems maintaining good documentation practices (GDP) for traceability and regulatory compliance.

• Calculate and report defect rates or trends if applicable supporting continuous improvement in compounding processes.

• Verify product identity lot traceability and release criteria prior to final approval for dispensing.

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of inspection areas including daily sanitization of workstations and equipment.

• Follow strict gowning hand hygiene and aseptic protocols when entering or working near controlled environments.

• Participate in training competency assessments internal audits and regulatory inspection readiness activities.

• Assist in root cause analysis for identified defects and support implementation of corrective actions under QA supervision.

• Handle hazardous compounded products with appropriate PPE and safety measures.

• Education:

  • High school diploma or GED required Associates degree or certification in pharmacy technology quality control or related field preferred.

• Licensure:

  • Pharmacy Technician registration/licensure with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy (or eligibility to obtain) required.

• Experience:

  • Minimum 1 year of experience in a pharmacy compounding or pharmaceutical quality control setting direct experience with visual inspection of sterile products (vials syringes bags) in a 503A or 503B environment highly preferred.

  • Familiarity with USP <797> requirements for CSP visual inspection and release is strongly desired.

• Skills:

  • Exceptional attention to detail and visual acuity for detecting subtle defects under controlled lighting conditions.

  • Strong understanding of quality principles GDP and basic deviation documentation.

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (especially Excel for logging/trending) or similar and pharmacy/quality management software.

  • Good communication skills to clearly report findings to pharmacists and supervisors.

  • Ability to read and follow detailed SOPs inspection checklists and product specifications.

  • Manual dexterity and ability to concentrate for extended periods during repetitive inspections.

  • Knowledge of sterile compounding environments aseptic technique and hazardous drug handling preferred.

• Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to sit/stand for extended periods (up to 8 hours) while performing inspections.

  • Frequent use of hands/arms for handling products tools and documentation.

  • Routine work in controlled pharmacy environments may require gowning for access to cleanroom adjacent inspection areas.

  • Exposure to controlled lighting (e.g. black/white backgrounds) potential hazardous materials with proper PPE and temperature-controlled storage areas.

  • Occasional lifting of product trays or boxes (up to 2030 lbs).

  • May involve shift work or overtime to support batch release timelines

Pay: $17 - $20/hr DOE

Schedule: Monday Through Friday 7am-4pm (potential Weekends) and second shift 1pm to 10pm

What We Offer

• Full benefits package including medical vision dental 401(k) with company match PTO Flex days holidays and more!

Southend Pharmacy does not provide employment visa sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Southend Pharmacy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are committed to cultivating a culture where all team members feel valued & respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetic information disability age veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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