Sr. Operator

The Opportunity:

This role will be a full-time position base out of Bakersfield site.

Avantor is looking for a dedicated and experienced Sr. Operator. Working in partnership under moderate supervision, assemble mechanical units or fabricated parts to make sub-assemblies or complete products within routine and repetitive assembly operations. Use various hand and power tools and operates equipment which may include jigs, dies, fixtures, templates, punch presses, riveting machines, circular shears, and drill presses to cut, file, fit, punch, ream, rivet, form, and/or assemble. Fit, align, calibrate, and adjust parts and mechanisms to meet tolerances and product requirements. Monitor quality of products and raw materials. May read simple blueprints. Perform simple routine maintenance and cleaning. Determine and corrects minor machine malfunctions. May train less experienced peers.

What we’re looking for 

•  Education: High school diploma required; associate degree in a life science or engineering discipline preferred.

• Experience: Minimum of 3 years prior experience in a cGMP manufacturing environment, along with general understanding of semi-automated and/or automated equipment is preferred.

How you will thrive and create an impact 

• Perform manufacturing and assembly of products in accordance to written production records while observing appropriate safety guidelines.
• Assist with production scheduling.
• Knowledge of computer applications is desirable.
• Ability to evaluate internal customer needs and respond with appropriate action/delivery.
• Required to review and recommend change to technical documentation, including batch records, WI’s and SOP’s.
• Operate semi-automated and automated manufacturing equipment.
• Weigh, measure, blend and check liquid and chemical raw materials to assure batches manufactured contain proper materials and quantities.
• Maintain proper production records to comply with requirements (ISO 9001:2000, SOP’s and Work Instructions).
• Properly operate chemical operating equipment, including centrifuge systems, evaporation equipment, reactors, heating and chilling systems, drying systems, transfer pumps, blenders/mixers, and conveying equipment with proficiency, including the cleaning and upkeep of equipment.
• Understanding of advance chemical processes from start to finish.
• Properly operate material monitoring devices, including pH systems, refractometers and weighing systems, including calibration, cleaning, and upkeep.
• Properly use safety and environmental control systems, including dust collection and scrubbing devices to ensure proper operation, including cleaning and upkeep.
• Maintain equipment and rooms in proper operating condition by following daily cleaning requirements.
• Perform activities in controlled environment, while assuring the use of appropriate PPE equipment.
• Perform in-process testing to assure batches meet specifications.
• Train associates and evaluate progress on operation of equipment and chemical processes, including safety procedures and proper handling of materials.
• Provide leadership and good work ethics.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.
 
The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.
 
We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive cu