Production Operator (Nights)

Position Summary

Operate and maintain spray drying equipment in pharmaceutical products manufacturing facility. Pay is $20 - $22 per hour depending on experience plus $1.50 differential pay night shift.

Essential Functions

• Understand raw material blending and finished goods packaging functions
• Be familiar with inventory control procedures and production batch records
• Be familiar with manufacturing equipment to assure equipment is in good working order
• Operate the equipment (spray dryer) using the proper cores and/or orifices and make sure they are cleaned or replaced when necessary
• Check spray patterns and make corrections when necessary
• Record equipment readings and product moisture noting any discrepancies
• Record any problems or peculiarities in the finished product
• Determine special packaging requirements
• Sample finished product and test for proper moisture content, color, and consistency
• Made certain the blender always has an adequate amount of product available for drying
• Oversee the cleaning of the equipment and surrounding areas

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent, preferred and 1 to 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment (preferably in the pharmaceutical field)
• Must have high school level reading, math, and comprehension skills

Working Conditions

• Position may require walking/standing for long periods
• Reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist or lifting
• Frequent relocating of 100-200 lb. fiber barrels and 55 lb. bags required
• Exposure to powder and heavy equipment in a loud manufacturing atmosphere
• Manufacturing environment with exposure to powder mineral products, cleaning chemicals, restricted movement, dirty environment, hazardous materials, lifting and carrying heavy objects
• In accordance with the OSHA Respiratory Protection Standard (29CFR 1910.134) Balchem employees (Production, Quality, R&D, and Maintenance) are required to successfully complete annual fit testing (clean shaven req.) and medical clearance (respirator medical certification)
• When required to wear a respirator, wearers must wear it as they fit tested (clean shaven)

About the Role

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