Production Operator

Duration:         0-6+ Months

Shift:               4pm-2:30am, M-Th, OT as needed

MAJOR JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (List in order of importance)

• Perform manufacturing and assembly of products in accordance with written production records while observing appropriate safety guidelines.
• Required to review and recommend changes to technical documentation, including batch records, WIs and SOPs.
• Operating bottling lines and packaging when needed.
• Weigh, measure, blend and check liquid and chemical raw materials to assure batches manufactured contain proper materials and quantities.
• Maintain proper production records to comply with requirements (ISO 9001:2000, SOPs and Work Instructions).
• Properly operate chemical operating equipment, transfer pumps, blenders/mixers and conveying equipment with proficiency, including the cleaning and upkeep of equipment.
• Understanding of advance chemical processes from start to finish.
• Properly operate material monitoring devices and weighing systems, including calibration, cleaning and upkeep.
• Properly use safety and environmental control systems, including dust collection and scrubbing devices to ensure proper operation, including cleaning and upkeep.
• Maintain equipment and rooms in proper operating condition by following daily cleaning requirements.
• Perform activities in controlled environment, while assuring the use of appropriate PPE equipment.
• Train associates and evaluate progress on operation of equipment and chemical processes, including safety procedures and proper handling of materials.
• Provide leadership and good work ethics.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS (Education/Training, Experience and Certifications)

• High school diploma required
• Minimum of 3 years prior experience in a cGMP manufacturing environment, along with general understanding of semi-automated and/or automated equipment is preferred

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES (Those necessary to perform the job competently)

• Knowledge of computer applications is desirable
• Ability to evaluate internal customer needs, and respond with appropriate action/delivery

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL EFFORT (Under Typical Positions)

Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, dust or gases. The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Required to stand and walk for a large part of the working day. Physical requirements include talking, hearing, bending/stooping, squatting, reaching above shoulder height, crouching, kneeling, balancing and pushing/pulling. Also requires some lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling up to 50 pounds with or without assistance. Use both hands for repetitive actions such as grasping and manipulating. Specific vision abilities include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.