Equipment Prep Operator I (3pm-11:30pm)

American Regent, Inc.•Shirley, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This entry-level position is a member of the Equipment Preparation Team, who comprise a portion of the Manufacturing Team. This position will be expected to execute the required responsibilities and tasks necessary to perform as an Equipment Preparation Operator I using current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) according to approved SOP’s in order to support the overall mission of the Manufacturing Team.

Requirements

Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to take feedback constructively and function in a team oriented work environment.
Must be able to read documents in Standard English such as Standard Operating Procedures, maintenance schedules and operating manuals.
Good mechanical aptitude.
Ability to work overtime as needed
Physically able to wear cleanroom/protective gowning and equipment, including but not limited to gowning, goggles, face shields, respirators, and protective gloves.
Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time while fulfilling job duties.

Responsibilities

Disassembles, washes and/or prepares equipment and components for autoclaving according to the Standard Operation Procedures.
Performs integrity testing of filters.
Must maintain cleanliness with the Equipment Preparation areas.
Integrates the activities of the Equipment Preparation department with the Maintenance Engineering, Validation, Filling, Micro laboratory and Formulation departments.
Performs routine examination of equipment for fitness of use.
Uses the filling schedule and coordinates with the mechanics to assure that daily equipment needs are met.
Prepares, identifies and delivers equipment for autoclaving.
Understand and operate scales for weighing residual bulk.
Notifies supervision of replacement equipment needs and potential problems.
Performs housekeeping responsibilities as required, and performs other related duties as requested by supervisor.
Record data onto charts, batch records and log books.
Perform any other tasks/duties as assigned by management.