Compression Operator I - Day Shift

About the role

This entry-level role in the Compression Department is responsible for the setup and operation of compression machinery in accordance with company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). The Compression Operator ensures full compliance with cGMP standards to support the production of high-quality pharmaceutical products.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for conducting in-process checks including average weight, thickness, hardness, friability, and individual tablet weight, among others.
• Initiates 'B' and 'A' level cleaning of compression rooms and ensures compliance with the In-Process Quality Assurance (IPQA) procedures.
• Accurately identifies and segregates rejected blends and tablets, ensures required quality checks are completed, and upholds cleanliness and organization of the compression room and equipment to maintain compliance and operational efficiency.
• Promptly notifies the Supervisor of any machine abnormalities or expired calibration status.
• Ensures weighing scales are kept clean and orderly for accurate calibration checks.
• Verifies ingredients weighed in Mixing & Granulation against entries in the Production Batch Record (PBR), reporting any discrepancies to the Supervisor or designee.
• Responsible for real-time documentation across all Compression operations and for reviewing batch records to ensure accuracy.

Additional Responsibilities

• Other duties as assigned.
• Flexible to work extended hours when required.

Qualifications

• Education: High School or GED General HS Curriculum - Preferred
• Experience: 1 year or more in Experience in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Environment
• Skills: Ability to read, write, and communicate in English. - IntermediateHigh school level math and mechanical skills. - IntermediateAbility to work as part of a team. - IntermediateAttention to detail and accuracy. - IntermediateBasic computer literacy with the ability to use web browsers, typing applications, Microsoft Office, and related communication tools. - Intermediate
• Specialized Knowledge: High speed Compression Machine set up preferred.
• Additional Requirement: This position requires successful completion of an OSHA-compliant Respirator Fit Test.

Pay

The hourly base salary for this position ranges from $17.50 to $23.50 per hour. Amneal ranges reflect the Company’s good faith estimate of base salary that Amneal reasonably believes that it will pay for said position at the time of the posting. Individual compensation will ultimately be determined based on a variety of relevant factors, including but not limited to, qualifications, geographic location and other relevant skills.

Schedule

1st Shift 7:00am - 3:30pm Monday to Friday