Machine Operator

About the role

Aveva Drug Delivery Systems is a pharmaceutical manufacturer dedicated to advancing drug delivery technologies. This position involves assisting in the packaging and clinical labeling of Aveva's transdermal and transmucosal products.

Responsibilities

• Verifies current raw materials for batches and stages components and dedicated equipment parts for each batch.
• Follows all Batch Record and SOP instructions and completes all relevant documentation as required.
• Documents operational parameters and steps performed in the batch record.
• Documents and dispose of all packaging waste on a per shift basis and at the end of each batch.
• Provides components as needed during the packaging of batches.
• Closes, labels, palletizes and transports finished goods.
• Weighs and documents the weight of components.
• Performs standard testing procedures on a daily basis.
• Uses a pallet jack to transport finished goods and components.
• Cleans packaging rooms and equipment, and any production area as needed and documents it in appropriate logbooks.
• Supports clinical labeling operations as required.
• Complies with current Good Manufacturing Practices, Standard Operating Procedures and safety policies while performing all job duties.
• Maintains and cleans manufacturing and production areas and equipment per SOP requirements.
• Operates in accordance with our Code of Conduct and Business Ethics, and all established regulatory, compliance and safety requirements.
• Performs all work in support of our corporate values: Innovate, Evolve and Excel.
• Works as a member of a team to achieve all outcomes.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or general education development (GED) credential.
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year of related experience and/or training in Manufacturing/Packaging (pharmaceutical manufacturing, food manufacturing or general commercial manufacturing); or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: An individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. Must be able to read English and interpret documents such as safety rules, Standard Operating Procedures batch records and cleaning procedures. Must be able to write in English and complete batch record documentation. Must be able to speak English effectively. Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Must be able to compute rate, ratio, percent and to plot and interpret data graphically. Must be able to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written and oral instructions. Must have knowledge of FDA, DEA, cGMPs, and SOPs related to job requirements.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Regularly required to sit, stand and walk.
• Frequently required to use hand to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear.
• Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Frequently lifts and/or moves up to 50 pounds.
• Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts.
• The noise level in the work area is usually loud.
• May be required to work additional hours from time to time, including weekends.
• Shift hours are subject to change due to operational needs.