Senior Production Operator (SPO) II

Why Patients Need You

The Senior Production Operator II is responsible for the proper operation and maintenance of assigned production equipment.  Performing routine preventative maintenance and repair of production equipment, and operation of the equipment during manufacturing.

Coach/trainer for others.  SME for the process operations as it relates to the production equipment within respective area. 

How You Will Achieve It

• Self-motivated with ability to work in a team environment and independently.

• Work in a clean manufacturing environment, requiring special garments to be worn.  Demonstrated proficiency in gown/de-gown (i.e. aseptic) process.

• Responsible for the proper operation of production equipment, equipment downtime, and scrap rate. 

• Perform machine set-up, repairs, adjustments, changeovers, emergency repair/replacement, and preventative maintenance on production equipment per the applicable procedures.

• Interact and interpret data from production equipment automated control systems and displays.

• Adhere to all safety requirements (e.g. PPE, LOTO, etc.) and process step requirements (e.g. SOP, Batch Records).

• Communicate and inform management of all safety issues, quality issue, and equipment repair plan of action recommendations.

• Communicate effectively with team members and management to achieve production deliverables and schedule adherence.

• Support the Integrated Manufacturing Excellence (IMEx) activities (e.g. Continuous Improvement (CI), Standard Work (SW), and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) including tracking metrics).

• Demonstrated proficiency in current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), Good Documentation Practice, and following detailed instructions.

• Demonstrated proficiency working work with automated production equipment.

• Demonstrated proficiency in troubleshooting and Root Cause analysis.

• Certified Trainer. Coaches and trains new hires.

• SME of the production equipment within respective area.

Qualifications

Must-Have

• 2-4 years of pharmaceutical manufacturing experience.

• Requires High School Diploma (or Equivalent).

• Problem solving mindset.

• Possess necessary mechanical skills to perform the required machine set-up, repairs and adjustments in order to keep equipment operating efficiently.

• Proficiently operate/maintain various standard maintenance tools/equipment including basic hand and power tools, multi-meters, and other mechanical equipment.

• Ability to read, interpret, and perform job duties described in operating procedure, product batch records, and other equipment related documentation (e.g. vendor manuals, P&ID, schematics, drawings, etc.).

Nice-to-Have

• 3+ years of relevant pharmaceutical manufacturing experience as operator/mechanic.

• Technical school/ Auto Mechanic Program Certificate and/or Industrial maintenance/repair experience.

  
 

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Stand 8-12 hours per shift, sit 2-4 hours per shift, use computer terminal 1 hour per shift.

• Change into area required garments (i.e. scrubs, shoes, PPE, safety glasses) 2-3 times per shift.

• Work around moving/rotating equipment, work around chemicals, work in hearing conservation area, work on knees or non-standing position occasionally for repairs.  Requires physical activity for equipment repair, adjustment and operation of equipment. 

• Respond to visual/audible warning and alarm indicators, respond to color or other visual indicators.

• Walk on floors/catwalks, climb stairs/ladders

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. 

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

• D2 shift

• 24x5 operations with a rotating 12-hour shift schedule.  Will work M-TH with a dedicated day off and every other Friday.

• Typical start/end time:

• 6pm to 6am (night shift)

• Ability to work overtime as required.

• No travel required.

Other job details:

Work Location Assignment: On Premise

Last day to apply: September 4th

The salary for this position ranges from $22.94 to $38.24 per hour. In addition, this position offers eligibility for overtime, weekend, holiday and other pay premiums depending on the work schedule and the Company’s policies. We offer