• Pharm Technician/22/Phm020

    Actalent (Watchung, NJ)


    Job Title:

    Entry-Level Pharmacy Technician (Overnight Shift)

    Employment Type:

    Contract-to-Hire

    Location:

    New Brunswick, NJ (On-site, 5 days per week)

    About the Role

    We are looking for motivated and detail-oriented Pharmacy Technicians to join our overnight team. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals eager to start or grow their career in pharmacy while contributing to patient care and operational excellence.

    Key Responsibilities

    + Accurately and efficiently fill daily drug orders under pharmacist supervision.

    + Process returned medications and handle recycling/disposal per established procedures.

    + Pre-pack frequently ordered medications, label, and store during low-volume periods.

    + Pull medications from shelving and storage areas; apply labels and scan for accuracy.

    + Alert pharmacists to any discrepancies or scanning issues.

    + Maintain workstation cleanliness and replenish stock supplies.

    + Ensure compliance with HIPAA and all applicable regulations.

    + Adhere to departmental policies on safety, attendance, and dress code.

    + Perform additional duties as assigned, including troubleshooting and data entry.

    Required Qualifications

    + Active New Jersey Pharmacy Technician Registration (must be obtained by hire date).

    + Ability to stand for an 8-hour shift.

    + Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.

    + Reliable transportation for on-site work.

    + Availability to work weekdays from 5:00 PM to 2:00 AM.

    Preferred Qualifications

    + Minimum 1 year of pharmacy or healthcare experience.

    + High school diploma or equivalent; higher education is a plus.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Watchung, NJ.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Watchung,NJ.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Dec 3, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.