Manufacturing Technical Operator (2nd Shift)

GSK • Lincoln, NE

7d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Manufacturing Technical Operator, you will help keep production lines running safely and smoothly in an onsite, cGMP-regulated manufacturing environment in Lincoln, Nebraska. The role involves hands-on operation of equipment and handling of materials and products, including setting up machines, monitoring production, resolving routine issues, and ensuring work meets quality and safety standards. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday from 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

You will perform production and equipment tasks, document work in manufacturing records and business systems, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement. The role also involves developing the skills needed to work independently across multiple manufacturing work centers and progress through the Operator Career Path program.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• At least two years of experience in production, mechanical troubleshooting, or a related field.
• Manufacturing or packaging experience setting up equipment and performing changeovers, or comparable experience with multi-system mechanical troubleshooting.
• Basic computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheets, and data entry.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a regulated environment such as GMP, pharmaceutical, or food manufacturing.
• Experience with equipment setup and changeovers in manufacturing, or comparable multi-system mechanical troubleshooting experience.
• Experience in a lean organization or exposure to lean concepts, tools, and techniques.
• Knowledge of PAS-X, SAP, ProFicient, and/or FT_Batch computer systems.
• Ability to lift 5–25 pounds frequently and occasionally lift drums, bags, and cases weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to use required personal protective equipment, including a bump cap, safety shoes, safety glasses, gloves, and an N95 mask or PAPR.
• Team-oriented and flexible, with the ability to adapt to changing assignments.
• Highly motivated and self-driven, with a desire to continuously improve personal skills.
• Ability to work productively with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain manufacturing equipment in a cGMP-regulated environment, following procedures and producing high-quality products safely and efficiently.
• Handle, weigh, process, and inspect materials; perform in-process quality checks and monitor critical process parameters.
• Set up, clean, sanitize, and change over equipment to support production schedules and operational efficiency.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues, make basic adjustments and minor repairs, replace malfunctioning or worn components, and escalate complex issues to technical support.
• Support preventive and predictive maintenance to improve equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Identify and resolve equipment, material, and supply issues that may affect safety, quality, or production.
• Safely operate material handling equipment and assist with inventory management, material availability, waste reduction, and cost control.
• Complete and maintain production batch records, equipment logs, cleaning records, maintenance documentation, and ERP/SAP transactions.
• Participate in autonomous maintenance and continuous improvement initiatives, and help develop or revise procedures and work instructions.
• Maintain required training and certifications, communicate production and quality concerns, and escalate issues to leadership when appropriate.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Develop the skills and knowledge needed to operate independently across multiple manufacturing work centers and advance within the Operator Career Path program.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Generous 401(k) plan.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Time-off programs, including six months of paid parental leave.
• Benefits eligibility on day one.
• Healthcare programs, with the company paying for the majority of medical coverage for employees and their families.
• Opportunity to receive a discretionary bonus based on key business performance.
• Other incentive and recognition programs.

What This Job Offers

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