Operator

Job Description

The Operator I is responsible for operating and monitoring production machines to produce high-quality parts while ensuring efficiency and adherence to safety and quality standards. Reporting to the Production Supervisor, this role is essential in maintaining smooth production workflows, performing basic machine adjustments, and conducting quality checks to meet specifications.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Responsible for material handling, ensuring the correct materials are used, and accurately documenting material usage and losses.
• Inspecting parts to verify they meet quality specifications and completing inspection sheets as required.
• Notifying maintenance technicians of defective parts and reporting issues to the supervisor.
• Completing production documentation, including starting and closing process orders.
• Reviewing process orders for specific instructions and ensuring compliance with requirements.
• Following all GMP regulations and supporting continuous improvement initiatives such as 6S and Performance Dialogues.
• Training new operators to ensure proper procedures and best practices are followed.
• Assisting technicians with machine maintenance, and TPM activities on machines that apply to the assigned department.
• Other duties and projects as assigned based on business needs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous manufacturing experience in a GMP environment is preferred.
• Strong multitasking skills are essential to success in this role.
• Effective communication skills with fluency in English required.
• Basic computer proficiency required.
• Flexibility to work in different departments, with the ability to collaborate with team members across all departments.
• Willingness to cross train and advance skills; to be eligible for promotion to Operator II:
• Must obtain full certification in at least two departments: Molding, Canister Assembly, and/or Packets.

Other Requirements

• Flexibility to accommodate shift changes based on production requirements, with a minimum of two weeks’ advance notice.
• Ability to stand for 8 hours or more.
• Capability to lift and handle up to 25 pounds without assistance.
• Willingness to work in a noisy environment.

Working Location

This position is based on-site at Colorcon’s Belen, NM manufacturing facility.
Location: 101 Christine Dr Belen, New Mexico, 87002 United States

Employer Information

Colorcon participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. E-Verify Works for Everyone For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that your employer has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact DHS.