Aseptic- Production Operator II

Niagara Bottling•Hazle Township, PA

About The Position

The Aseptic Production Operator II ensures the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of aseptic manufacturing processes and equipment, with a primary focus on Aseptic Block Equipment, including blowmolders, fillers, and peripheral devices. The role maintains sterile conditions and produces high-quality beverage products. As a senior production team member, the operator also provides guidance, training, and support to junior operators. The position performs aseptic production, equipment setup and monitoring, cleaning and sterilization, quality checks, troubleshooting, routine maintenance, and production documentation in accordance with standard operating procedures, current Good Manufacturing Practices, Niagara quality systems, and regulatory requirements. Operators work across production areas with minimal supervision and may perform relief duties. The schedule is 12-hour day or night shifts on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience in a field or similar manufacturing environment.
At least 2 years of experience in the position.
Experience operating aseptic machines.
Experience may include a combination of work experience and education.
Technical high school diploma or GED.
Knowledge of chemicals used in Aseptic Block Equipment and their critical interactions, including GHS and SDS.
General knowledge of aseptic production, including basic microbiology and pH, low-acid and high-acid products, and causes of sterility loss.
Ability to perform titrations and test cleaning and sterilization chemical concentrations.
Ability to use computer systems such as Oracle/MES or the current order management system.
Ability to work 12-hour shifts, day or night, on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule.

Nice To Haves

At least 6 years of experience in a field or similar manufacturing environment.
At least 6 years of experience working in the position.
At least 2 years of experience managing people or projects.
Associate's degree, preferably in Microbiology, Chemistry, or Engineering.
Yellow Belt certification.
Aseptic Processing and Packaging certification.
Better Process Control School certification.

Responsibilities

Prepare, set up, operate, monitor, clean, and sterilize Aseptic Block Equipment in accordance with SOPs and cGMP.
Monitor Aseptic Block Equipment Critical Control Points using a Human Machine Interface (HMI) to maintain product sterility; identify contamination risks and coordinate mitigation with supervisors and Quality or Maintenance teams.
Operate, monitor, and troubleshoot aseptic filling and blow-molding machines, sterilizers, and filtration systems; respond to alarms and adjust controls to prevent downtime.
Perform routine cleaning, inspection, and lubrication of Aseptic Block Equipment under Maintenance Technician supervision.
Conduct in-process checks, sampling, visual inspections, measurements, and quality tests; test torque, top load, bottle section weights, and cleaning or sterilization chemical concentrations, including titrations, and take corrective action when needed.
Document production activities in production logs, machine reports, quality reports, and downtime reports using systems such as Presage and Infinity.
Follow cGMP guidelines, regulatory requirements, Niagara quality systems, food safety policies, and aseptic beverage production requirements.
Maintain a safe working environment by following safety protocols, including Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO), wearing appropriate PPE, maintaining housekeeping, participating in safety training, and reporting incidents, near misses, and hazards.
Comply with Niagara's cost control, yield, employee safety, equipment handling, and operation policies.
Work in multiple production areas with minimal supervision and perform relief duties when required.
Use computer systems such as Oracle/MES or the current order management system.
Understand line flow, potential bottlenecks, and manufacturing processes to maximize throughput.
Communicate production issues clearly and concisely.
Provide junior operators with guidance, training, and support.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance and work 12-hour shifts, day or night, on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule.

Benefits

Paid time off for holidays, sick time, and vacation time.
Paid parental and caregiver leaves.
Medical benefits, including virtual care options.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
401(k) with company match.
Health Savings Account with company match.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Expanded mental wellbeing benefits, including free counseling sessions for team members and household family members.
Family Building Benefits, including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation, plus adoption, surrogacy, and Doula reimbursements.
Income protection, including Life and AD&D, short- and long-term disability, critical illness, and accident plans.
Special discount programs, including pet plans, prepaid legal services, identity theft services, car rental, and airport parking.
Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan, and scholarship opportunities.