Chemical Process Operator I - 1st Shift

Using company procedures and guidelines, the Chemical Process Operator I is responsible for a limited spectrum of duties within the department. This may include weighing, mixing, equipment cleaning, tank cleaning, tank movement and PM activities, etc. This job has no supervisory responsibilities; however, the ability to assume higher level responsibilities and/or have demonstrated leadership abilities is preferred.

• Regular and predictable onsite attendance and punctuality.
• Sets up & operates equipment such as scales, mixers, pumps, CIP units, tanks and material handling equipment.
• Maintains accurate records, i.e., log books, raw material inventories, reconcilliations and batch records.
• Moves raw material as required for mixing, weighing and storage.
• Weighs all chemicals to prepare cleaning solution batches and on a limited basis, production batches designated by the department.
• Performs acid/base pH adjustments as required by batch or as instructed by QA Lab.
• Transfers finished batches to specified area for further processing.
• Adheres strictly to cGMPs and SOPs to ensure the quality and integrity of products.
• Performs clean-up of equipment and rooms as necessary.
• Collects samples, performs other quality checks as necessary.
• Performs preventive maintenance tasks on compounding equipment, such as tanks, mixers and pumps as required or as instructed by supervisor or designee.
• Refers process issues to supervisor or designee.
• Informs supervisor of maintenance and/or safety issues.
• Works overtime with short notice when production requires.
• Under supervision, weighs specified quantities and follows formulation procedures in the preparation of bulk solutions.
• The incumbent may perform other duties as assigned by management personnel.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum: High School Diploma with 1 year of experience working in a cGMP facility
• Preferred: Associates Degree in Science or Equivalent

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum: 1-year of working in a cGMP Facility or 1-year Pharmaceutical liquid batching experience with a High School diploma. or 2 years of other batching experience or 2 years of practical laboratory experience with an Associate or Bachelor degree.

SKILLS

• Good oral and written communication skills are essential
• Must be able to document process issues in a clean, concise manner in accordance with cGMPs and SOPs
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form
• Must be able to read and understand complex formulation procedures
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
• Ability to examine problem areas and make recommendations for corrective action
• Must be able to comprehend and follow all applicable SOPs
• Heavy continuous exertion
• Movement and weighing of heavy containers up to 100 lbs., lifts 45 – 50 lbs. 25 – 50% of time
• Movement of portable tanks may require the use of a power pusher which requires 20/40 distance vision and ability to pass a whisper test (or have no worse than 40 dBA in the better ear).
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to climb ladders and platforms to dispense chemicals
• Must be able to wear required PPE
• Work involves exposure to raw materials which requires special handling and protective equipment
• Operators are exposed to raw materials 80% of the time.
• Must work in compounding suites wearing company issued frock (long laboratory coat), hood, and boots
• Must wear PAPRs and successfully complete and pass pulmonary function testing
• The noise level is moderate to loud in CIP Washrooms; use of hearing protection may be required
• The use of sanitizing agents to clean the compounding rooms may be moderately disagreeable

What We Offer

• Clean climate-controlled working environment
• Annual performance bonus potential
• 401k employer match up to 6% of your contributions
• 23 vacation/personal days
• 11 paid Company holidays
• Generous healthcare benefits
• Employee discount program
• Wellbeing rewards programs
• Safety and Quality is a top organizational priority
• Career advancement/growth opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Maternity and Parental Leave

• Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms