Chemical Filling Operator II (St. Louis, MO, US, 63133)

Steris Corporation • Saint Louis, MO

52d • $24 • Onsite

About The Position

At STERIS, we help our Customers create a healthier and safer world by providing innovative healthcare and life science product and service solutions around the globe. Position Summary: The Filling and Packaging Operator II is responsible for more advanced setup and operation of liquid filling and packaging lines, including troubleshooting and performing complex mechanical adjustments. They ensure compliance with quality standards, maintain detailed production records, and assist in training new operators. Shift: 2pm - 10:30pm Monday through Friday Shift is subject to change based on Union bid system Pay: $23.59 + $0.75 shift differntial (non-negotiable) pay is bi-weekly Hire Type: Direct/Permanent: Full Time.

Requirements

• High School Graduate or equivalent.
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions, safety warning labels, and machine instruction manuals.
• Basic math, writing and data entry skills.

Nice To Haves

• 3+ years of experience working with liquid filling machinery, pumps, valves, piping and cGMP's desirable.
• Previous experience working in a chemical manufacturing environment.
• Experience working in a FDA or other regulated industry

Responsibilities

• Is responsible for the daily set up and operation of the complete filling and packaging line, consisting of: bottle in-feed unscrambler labeler bottle filler bottle capper plugger cap torquer Videojet code dater check weigher bar coder case sealer & other equipment and conveyors associated with the line
• Notify supervisor or other authorized personnel of the need for packaging supplies or other materials for the packaging line.
• Ensure correct hose hookups and operation of control panels which control the flow of materials to the packaging line.
• Meet production schedules as outlined by supervision and for keeping written records as required.
• Set up and minor maintenance of all filling line equipment and will assist Maintenance as necessary.
• Must be capable of performing proper palletization of finished or unfinished products and storing them in the proper place as designated.
• Exercise extreme caution in order to not damage other material or property while operating moving equipment and must at all times exercise extreme caution for the safety of other employees.
• Responsible for the proper filling, weighing, capping, sealing, casing labeling and coding of all products including: powders liquids solids creams lotions pastes
• Setup and adjustment of equipment when changing over various size containers on the filling lines.
• Adjust weights for various size containers on the filling lines as needed.
• Record daily production along with other appropriate documentation as required by management (i.e. cGMP and ISO procedures) and turn in at the end of each day.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area at all times.
• Mark containers of hazardous waste, such as Cal Stat washout liquid, etc., as "Hazardous Waste".
• Performs necessary quality and inventory control data gathering and input in either written or electronic formats.
• Ability to work minimal supervision, good communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Extensive hands-on training and development
• Growth opportunities within STERIS
• Competitive pay and quarterly paid incentive opportunity
• Medical, vision, dental, life insurance, 401(k) with a company match, tuition assistance, paid vacation time, and paid holidays
• Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Additional Add On Benefits/ Discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Miscellaneous Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees