Associate Operator, Production - Fermentation - Belvidere, NJ
About The Position
The Associate Operator is responsible for producing quality intermediates and finished products according to a predetermined operations plan. The role operates process equipment in accordance with Key Performance Measures, current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), safety and regulatory requirements, and site goals. This position works on rotating 12-hour shifts and supports production through equipment operation, product sampling and testing, material handling, process documentation, housekeeping, and continuous improvement activities.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 1 to 3 years of experience in a production manufacturing environment.
- Ability to work in a team environment on a rotating 12-hour shift schedule.
- Ability to operate computers.
Responsibilities
- Operate and monitor equipment and processes to produce quality intermediates and finished products according to a predetermined operations plan.
- Identify equipment and process problems and opportunities for improvement, communicate findings as appropriate, and adjust operations in response to process changes or to optimize performance.
- Obtain and inspect finished and in-process products, and perform sampling and testing as required.
- Operate a forklift; subdivide and dispense raw materials; and perform material handling, including loading trailers, manually dumping ingredient and reprocessed-material bags or drums, and packaging finished product.
- Perform housekeeping and maintenance in process areas, including painting, cleaning, and minor equipment repairs as part of the Manufacturing Excellence (Manufex) environment.
- Maintain process and equipment documentation for Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) tracking, review batch sheets for accuracy, prepare final product labels, and maintain label control.
- Provide input to Department Management for nonconformance investigations and prepare related documentation.
- Generate statistical information to support operations and management tools.
- Perform other duties assigned by Belvidere leadership.
Benefits
- Annual incentive pay.
- Retirement savings plan.
- Health care coverage.
- Paid time off.
- Recognition programs.
- A broad range of other benefits, subject to eligibility requirements.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
