Manufacturing Operator - 2nd Shift
About the role
At Alcami, we deliver reliable solutions that unlock the potential of transformative medicines from discovery to commercialization, through trusted partnership with our clients, recognized industry expertise and proven regulatory track record. Are you interested in joining our team? As a Manufacturing Operator, you are a hands-on, production-oriented team member responsible for operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting packaging equipment to ensure consistent production output. You will play a critical role in minimizing downtime, executing changeovers, and supporting continuous improvement efforts on the production floor. This position requires both mechanical aptitude and operational focus, as you will run equipment while also performing preventative maintenance, resolving issues in real time, and ensuring all activities meet cGMP and safety standards.
Responsibilities
- Operate packaging equipment to support daily production goals.
- Perform routine inspections, LIGHT preventative maintenance, and minor repairs.
- Troubleshoot basic mechanical issues and resolve problems independently when possible.
- Monitor equipment performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Execute equipment changeovers including setup, adjustments, and line clearance.
- Perform startup checks and verify equipment readiness after changeovers.
- Troubleshoot production interruptions in real time to minimize downtime.
- Support continuous production flow by maintaining operational readiness.
- Communicate spare parts and equipment-related needs to prevent delays.
- Track and document inventory usage and stock levels.
- Support movement of materials and components throughout production.
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance, repairs, and equipment performance.
- Ensure all work is completed in accordance with cGMP and company procedures.
- Follow documentation practices aligned with cGDP requirements.
- Follow all safety standards and company policies.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work environment.
- Promote safe behaviors and proactively address risks.
- Work closely with Production, Quality, and leadership teams.
- Communicate issues, solutions, and updates clearly and timely.
- Contribute to a team-driven environment focused on performance and improvement.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required.
Experience operating or maintaining packaging or manufacturing equipment preferred.
1+ years of experience in a Pharmaceutical GMP Environment is required.
Physical demands: regularly stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear and smell; frequently walk; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; occasionally sit; regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move over 75 pounds with assistance. Vision abilities: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Work environment: frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals; occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; risk of electrical shock and vibration; moderate noise level; required to wear appropriate PPE (safety eyewear, hearing protection, respirators, lab coats, full protective body coverings, gloves, etc.); based on product, use of PAPR or supplied air respirator may be required; tight-fitting respirators limit facial hair; may require routine medical surveillance; may require body harness and lanyard for elevated work; may require operation of an industrial vehicle.
Skills
- Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures precisely.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment.
Schedule
On‑site position: 2nd Shift, Monday – Friday, 3:00 pm – 11:30 pm.