Chemical Operator

Avantor•Phillipsburg, NJ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Opportunity: Essential Functions: • Follow all written operating procedures, by routinely following all safety and regulatory policies and guidelines for PPE, labeling, cGMP, batch tickets, documentation, etc. • Responsible for obtaining Shift Supervisor’s written approval for any deviations to written operating procedures before deviating from the written procedure. • Responsible for taking appropriate actions during an emergency situation to protect personnel first, the environment second, and equipment/facility third. • Operate equipment within its specified parameters, and monitor equipment for unusual conditions. • Assure all equipment is functioning as intended, and responsible for communicating to Supervisor any that is not functioning as intended. Report unusual equipment conditions to Supervisor for follow-up, and provide information to maintenance to support diagnosis. Assist in maintenance/servicing of equipment if required. • Maintain cleanliness of facilities and housekeeping of assigned workstation(s). • Operate a forklift, as required, to transfer materials, once trained and certified. • Responsible for documenting field training/OJT as required. Ownership of personal SBWS training plan, as approved by the Supervisor.• Maintain log sheets and any other documentation required for production records. • The Operator is expected to spend any time not occupied with the “Primary duties” learning the processes within their respective plant process areas, and to prepare for advancement in the operations field. • All Operators, once trained, will be eligible and expected to sometimes cover overtime for other production positions when a need is announced. Work Environment: This position operates in a chemical plant. There is no general plant air conditioning so it will be hot in the summer. There will be occasional elevated sound levels and chemical odors that do not exceed OSHA guidelines. This role routinely will use chemical bottling and blending equipment, packaging equipment, forklift trucks, and various other machinery. Appropriate PPE must be worn as required for specific jobs. Expected Hours of Work: This is an 8-hour a day position, Monday through Friday, with a half-hour unpaid lunch. The position may be on first, second or third shift, and the employee may be required to switch shifts if needed. Overtime is sometimes required which could be before or after the employee’s regular shift, or on weekends, as business needs dictate. Avantor reserves the right to require 7 day a week operations with rotating days/shifts worked. 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 culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

Responsibilities

Follow all written operating procedures, by routinely following all safety and regulatory policies and guidelines for PPE, labeling, cGMP, batch tickets, documentation, etc.
Responsible for obtaining Shift Supervisor’s written approval for any deviations to written operating procedures before deviating from the written procedure.
Responsible for taking appropriate actions during an emergency situation to protect personnel first, the environment second, and equipment/facility third.
Operate equipment within its specified parameters, and monitor equipment for unusual conditions.
Assure all equipment is functioning as intended, and responsible for communicating to Supervisor any that is not functioning as intended.
Report unusual equipment conditions to Supervisor for follow-up, and provide information to maintenance to support diagnosis. Assist in maintenance/servicing of equipment if required.
Maintain cleanliness of facilities and housekeeping of assigned workstation(s).
Operate a forklift, as required, to transfer materials, once trained and certified.
Responsible for documenting field training/OJT as required. Ownership of personal SBWS training plan, as approved by the Supervisor.
Maintain log sheets and any other documentation required for production records.
The Operator is expected to spend any time not occupied with the “Primary duties” learning the processes within their respective plant process areas, and to prepare for advancement in the operations field.
All Operators, once trained, will be eligible and expected to sometimes cover overtime for other production positions when a need is announced.

Benefits

Avantor offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness programs, health savings and flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with company match, and an employee stock purchase program.
Employees also receive 11 paid holidays, accrue 18 PTO days annually, are eligible for volunteer time off and 6 weeks of 100% paid parental leave (except in states that offer paid family leave).

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