Operator II, Manufacturing - Inspector - Plates

Work Schedule

10 hr shift/days
Cold Room/Freezers -22degreesF/-6degrees C
Fluctuating Temps hot/cold
Laboratory Setting
Rapid flashing lights
Various outside weather conditions
Warehouse

Environmental Conditions

• Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance
• Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc. allowed
• No contact lens allowed; prescriptive glasses will be provided
• Standing for full shift
• Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.)
• Various outside weather conditions
• Hazardous/toxic materials

Safety Standards

• Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards
• No contact lens allowed; prescriptive glasses will be provided
• Rapid flashing lights
• Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)
• Standing for full shift
• Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.)
• Various outside weather conditions
• Hazardous/toxic materials

Location/Division Specific Information

The Microbiology Division provides solutions and workflow for food, clinical, and pharmaceutical environments. The markets we serve include food manufactures and labs, clinical and healthcare, pharma, and biotech. We manufacture culture media and other microbiological diagnostic products serving customers in the pharmaceutical, food, and clinical laboratories.

How will you make an impact?

As a Manufacturing Operator you will be responsible for carrying out the production process by closely following the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Work Instruction Documents and blueprints or drawings as they relate to assembly, materials handling, equipment operation, and finished goods packaging.

What will you do?

• Follow all written procedures
• Report discrepancies in procedures (SOP’s, DHR’s, etc.) to the Area Supervisor
• Wear Personal Protective Equipment as required
• Perform all work activities in a safe manner
• Maintain a safe and clutter free work area
• Clean up all spills immediately
• Listen to, follow and relay written and verbal instructions in English
• Report property damage and /or safety hazards to the Supervisor, Human Resources, Safety Specialist or Senior Management immediately
• Document accurately and check personal work for quality and compliance
• Efficiently and safely operate assigned machinery
• Perform simple maintenance and report malfunctioning equipment immediately to Supervisor or Lead
• Continuously monitor product for defects
• Efficiently and safely operate assigned machinery
• Perform simple maintenance and make necessary adjustments
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• This includes all assigned equipment
• Accurately dispense required additives to media and properly perform technique of getting pH balance as needed
• Read, understand, and complete required documentation
• All paperwork shall be accurately and neatly completed in accordance with established policies and procedures
• Set up and adjust machine to run a variety of sizes and types using tools to adjust machine
• Help to maintain quality assurance on your position at all times
• Help improve the production process by actively engaging in making suggestions for improvement

How will you get here?

• Education: Minimum Education Required: High School Diploma or GED
• Experience: 1- 2 years’ experience in a manufacturing or regulated environment; aseptic experience in a medical device or pharmaceutical environment preferred
• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Ability to lift product up to 50lbs
  Communicate effectively in English, both verbal and written
  Understand and perform basic math

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary: Hourly pay rate based on experience
  Annual performance-based bonus
  Annual merit performance-based increase
• Excellent Benefits!
• Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits-effective Day 1
• Paid Time Off (120 hours per year) + Designated Paid Holidays
• 401K Company Match up to 6%
• Tuition Reimbursement – eligible after 90 days!
• Employee Referral Bonus