MDI Manufacturing Operator II - 3rd Shift

Cipla • Fall River, MA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this role is to assist in manufacturing metered dose inhalation (MDI) products in a pharmaceutical manufacturing company. This job is a multifunctional role. The primary nature of this job is to serve as a Manufacturing Operator. As a secondary requirement, this position will be expected to provide support to other operational functions to include but not limited to Warehouse Operations, Packaging Operations, and Facilities Operations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum 2-3 years of manufacturing experience with MDI or aerosol products required.
• Proficient in the English language (Speaking/Reading/Writing) to understand work instructions and document results.
• Ability to follow both verbal and written instructions.
• Demonstrated ability to work in both independent and team environments.
• Good knowledge of Health & Safety procedures, including OSHA.
• Strong mathematical and organizational skills.
• Ability to wear appropriate PPE is required.
• Individual may be required to wear respiratory devices that include but are not limited to: Air Purifying Respirators (APR) which include half-face and full-face negative pressure respirators, hooded powered air purifying respirators, or Supplied Air Respirators (SAR), which include hooded or full face supplied air respirators.

Nice To Haves

• Accredited college certificate or university degree is preferred.
• Knowledge of fundamental cGMP and regulatory requirements in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment highly preferred.
• Basic understanding of mechanical machinery and the operating principles of control systems.

Responsibilities

• Dispensing raw material and primary packing materials as per work order.
• Ensure the proper planning and execution of batches.
• Monitoring cleaning and sanitation of production area and machinery as per respective SOP during batch to batch and product to product changeover.
• Daily monitoring and recording of production materials and production lines.
• Conducting process checks and recording in batch manufacturing record.
• Controlling machine operations with minimum rejections and maximum outputs while maintaining quality standards within the standard norms.
• Operating equipment and performing necessary maintenance on machinery.
• Safeguard equipment for smooth functioning with co-ordination of engineering for preventive maintenance and calibration.
• Manufacturing and filling of products as per Batch Manufacturing Records and SOP.
• Maintaining inventory of machine parts, tools and accessories.
• Working individually and in collaboration with others as part of a team.
• Coordinating with other departments like packaging, engineering, QA and QC for better planning and execution.
• Sampling as per schedule and in coordination with QA and QC.
• Check and ensure status labels at all stages of manufacturing and filling.
• Identifying and assisting in any corrective actions.
• Perform, check and ensure calibration/verification of instruments, equipment and weighing balances as per schedule.
• Ensuring line clearance during batch to batch and product to product change over.
• Online documentation and timely entries related to manufacturing and filling operations and activities.
• Wearing appropriate PPE as stated in the SOP before entering any processing areas.
• Executing procedures to complete tasks in a safe and efficient manner.
• Performing duties through the proper safe use of equipment, according to Health & Safety procedures and Equipment Manuals.
• Performing other related duties as assigned.
• Maintaining 100% cGMP and SOP Compliance during complete operation hours.
• Complying with all company policies and procedures.
• Reporting all issues that arise to the department head or reporting manager.
• Performing daily maintenance on equipment and machinery.
• Completing all documentation in a timely manner, ensuring their integrity, accuracy and completeness.
• Maintaining discipline in department.
• May be required to assist in the training of other employees in the department.
• Flexible to work extended hours, to achieve manufacturing schedule when needed.

Benefits

• Salary range may vary based on geographic location.
• In addition to base salary, this position may be eligible for benefits and participation in a bonus program based on performance and company results.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED