What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chemical Process Operator I - 1st Shft position at Hikma Pharmaceuticals?
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
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