Operator 3, Machine

Cynet Systems•Hunt Valley, MD

About The Position

The Operator 3, Machine performs setup, operation, routine and preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting of complex or automated manufacturing equipment. The role involves adjusting machine settings, changing over equipment, inspecting in-process parts, removing defective products and materials, and checking work with gauges, jigs, and fixtures to ensure close tolerances and consistent quality. The operator documents quality, safety, and maintenance activities and helps investigate process or product exceptions through root-cause analysis. The position supports production activities such as filling, packing, assembling, labeling, and inspecting products. Operators follow established procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), along with client housekeeping and safety policies. The role may include cleaning in sterilized areas, supporting a lead or supervisor, assisting with onboarding or procedure training, and contributing to special projects. The schedule is the first shift, Monday through Thursday, 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Candidates must be able to work first-shift hours for three months during training and attend a one-week onboarding period Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Overtime may be required. The position is temporary-to-hire, and safety shoes are required. Interviews are in person.

Requirements

High school diploma or degree; the posting lists a high school degree with four years of manufacturing experience, including food, pharmaceutical, and industrial production settings, and an associate technical degree with two years of experience as qualifications.
Experience working in a regulated environment, such as an FDA-regulated environment.
Mechanical aptitude for equipment changeovers and operator-level preventive maintenance.
Ability to read and write, analyze and evaluate charts, follow simple diagrams, and perform basic arithmetic.
Ability to work independently within approved process documentation and recognize deviations from specifications.
Effective communication and teamwork skills, strong attention to detail, and punctuality.
Willingness to rotate among different tasks and responsibilities.
Ability to work flexible or extended hours and report to work regularly and punctually.
Ability to work first-shift hours during the three-month training period and attend the required one-week onboarding schedule.
Must wear safety shoes.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate a variety of production equipment, including automated machine processes and controls, for filling, packing, assembling, labeling, and inspecting.
Control and adjust machine settings and perform equipment changeovers.
Perform routine and preventive maintenance and identify the need for minor equipment repairs.
Troubleshoot machine performance and product-quality issues, including complex issues, with limited or no supervision.
Inspect in-process parts, remove defective product and materials, and monitor quality using prescribed controls and procedures.
Use gauges, jigs, and fixtures to check work and measure close tolerances.
Assist with root-cause analysis for process or product exceptions.
Analyze and evaluate charts, follow simple diagrams, and carry out testing and inspection procedures.
Accurately complete relevant quality, safety, and maintenance documentation.
Follow Good Manufacturing Practices and client housekeeping and safety policies and procedures.
Provide support to the lead or supervisor, assist with onboarding or new-procedure training, and contribute to special projects when needed.
Work overtime as required to meet business needs and perform other duties as required.