Operator

Avantor•Paris, KY

About The Position

The Dry Department Operator performs manufacturing activities according to defined procedures and standards to ensure consistent production quality. The role involves weighing and filling chemicals or bulk products, operating and maintaining production equipment, packaging finished products, and completing production documentation. The operator monitors product and raw-material quality, follows cGMP requirements and safety protocols, and collaborates with manufacturing colleagues to support efficient operations. The position also includes cleaning the workstation, handling hazardous materials with required safety gear, securing warehouse contents, and performing other assigned duties.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
1–2 years of mechanical or manufacturing experience in an industrial setting.

Nice To Haves

Experience in cGMP manufacturing.
Manufacturing experience.
Experience handling chemicals.
Experience with powered industrial vehicles (PIV), such as pallet jacks and forklifts.

Responsibilities

Work safely and comply with company Work Instructions, policies, safety protocols, quality standards, and operational guidelines.
Weigh and fill chemicals or bulk products according to Production Work Orders.
Operate production scales, including performing verifications and calibrations.
Set up, operate, clean, and maintain production equipment, including automatic heat sealers, electronic floor scales, peristaltic pumps, crushers, auger filling units, autoclave units, vibrating filler units, induction sealing equipment, and portable exhaust hoods.
Package finished products for shipping by boxing and labeling according to work instructions.
Handle hazardous materials while using all required safety gear.
Sweep and mop floors and clean the workstation after each product filling.
Complete production documentation legibly and verify and review it for accuracy.
Maintain expected quality and quantity of work and follow cGMP procedures for handling, storage, packing, manufacturing, and distributing products.
Move partial leftover product containers to the designated area for relocation back into stock.
Take precautions to secure warehouse contents, keep doors locked, and restrict facility access to authorized personnel.
Support coworkers and collaborate with colleagues in manufacturing, exchanging information and providing explanations or interpretations as needed.
Turn off or shut down equipment when it is not in use.
Perform other duties as assigned.