Production Operator

3rd Shift Manufacturing Operator positions available.

Responsibilities

• Utilize dispensing systems, scales, and balances to accurately weigh, dispense, and label raw materials for manufacturing.
• Prepare partial raw material containers for return to the warehouse and properly deface and dispose of empty raw material drums in accordance with current SOPs.
• Verify the accuracy of all materials delivered from the Dispensing area and all in-process materials received from prior manufacturing operations, following established SOPs.
• Perform granulation and compounding activities, including the setup, operation, and monitoring of manufacturing equipment.
• Perform tablet compression and capsule filling operations, including the setup and operation of equipment such as:
  • Tablet Presses
  • Capsule Fillers
  • Dedusters
  • Metal Detectors
  • Disintegration Testers
  • Friabilators
  • In-Process Weight Check Systems
  • Hardness Testers
  • Micrometers
• Maintain compression and encapsulation tooling, including receipt, measurement, storage, inventory control, and issuance of required tooling.
• Perform film coating operations, including the setup and operation of equipment such as:
  • Coating Pans
  • Solution Tanks
  • Spray Guns
  • Mixers
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment and perform room and equipment cleaning activities as required.
• Conduct room and equipment inspections and complete all associated documentation accurately.
• Clearly and accurately complete all required GMP documentation, batch records, and manufacturing records.
• Adhere to all cGMP requirements, regulatory standards, SOPs, batch records, protocols, and company policies.
• Comply with all Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Wear and properly utilize all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Complete all required training programs and maintain training compliance.
• Report operational issues and manufacturing activities to manufacturing management as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• 3+ years working in pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• Computer literacy and solid communication skills (in English) are a must.
• Must demonstrate Basic Math skills.
• Solid understanding of cGMP practices and concepts.
• Mechanically inclined candidates are preferred.
• Must be capable of lifting up to 30 lbs.
• Grammatical and communication skills, both written and oral, to keep others informed of progress and changes in status of work.
• Able to work as part of a team and adapt to changes in work duties.
• Detail-oriented, thorough and methodical, and able to follow timeline.

Competencies

• Collaboration
• Customer Centricity
• Developing Talent
• Innovation & Creativity
• Process Excellence
• Result Orientation
• Stakeholder Management
• Strategic Agility

Pay

The anticipated hourly base range for this position in New Jersey is $25.00/hr to $32.00/hr plus a discretionary performance bonus (based upon eligibility). The final salary offered to a successful candidate may vary and will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to: the type and length of experience within the job, the type and length of experience within the industry, skillset, education, business needs, etc.