Pharmaceutical Operator I

Endo•Raleigh, NC

18h•Onsite

About The Position

SUMMARY OF POSITION: Member of a team that is collectively responsible for operating/monitoring a chemical manufacturing process that produces bulk organic chemicals. This position requires an individual who will abide by Company standards and operating procedures in order to maintain a safe operation while producing in-specification product. Standard tasks include: packaging product, taking process samples, changing filters, cleaning centrifuges, moving large hoppers, flushing lines, etc. He/she will also be responsible for accurately filling out operating reports and documentation. This position works on a 12hr rotating shift schedule. The schedule uses a four-week cycle: four night shifts, three days off, three day shifts, one day off, three night shifts, three days off, four day shifts, seven days off.

Requirements

Education: High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
Experience: Previous PSM manufacturing experience preferred
Skills/Competencies: Forklift Operation preferred.
Other Skills: Must be able to read and follow detailed instructions and procedures, and effectively communicate in both verbal and written formats. Must be able to perform basic math. Possess sound decision making skills. Must work in a team environment to cover work stations during breaks and lunches
Must be able to wear the required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required for the job or task.

Nice To Haves

Associate or Technical degree preferred.
Forklift Operation preferred.

Responsibilities

Operates in a regulated environment and complies with all PSM and OSHA regulations applicable to manufacturing responsibilities. This includes wearing appropriate personnel protection equipment (PPE), understanding and following all applicable standard operating procedures, work instructions, and standard work practices applicable to job responsibilities
Operates and monitors reactors, decanters, filters, process columns, tanks, centrifuges, dryers, and other miscellaneous equipment through manual operations, panel boards, indicators, PLC displays, and DCS screens
Packages, weighs, samples, and labels finished and intermediate products following applicable procedures and good manufacturing practices
Maintains detailed operating reports and logs, including notes on problems, weights, volumes, measured temperatures, pH levels, pressures, and flow rates following applicable procedures and as directed by supervisor
Delivers samples to laboratory and retrieves operating supplies from storeroom
Cleans and maintains work area, process equipment, tools and safety supplies according to regulatory and Company standards and operating procedures.
Operates hoists, and other material handling devices to physically move bulk raw materials, WIP, and packaged goods to and from pick-up points
Requires a high level of safety awareness and ability to determine when equipment is not performing to standards or expectations. Responsible for proper operation of processing equipment to ensure optimum production of high quality products. Mistakes and errors normally result in unacceptable product and or mechanical equipment damage. Understands the misuse of processing equipment could result in serious injuries to self and others due to the potentially dangerous nature of the equipment and the chemicals being processed.
Complete computer based training on time
Other duties as assigned by Management
Monitors environmental and safety devices (scrubbers, ruptured discs, etc.) to insure that the equipment is functioning properly.
Performs Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO) independently.
Participate in various employee involvement teams and committees, such as Area/Site Safety Teams, kaizen events, Hazmat and/or Cost Savings Teams, to improve the workplace, increase efficiency, and improve productivity
Performs diversified duties following standard procedures and under the direction of a production supervisor or lead operator. No direct responsibility for the work of others; however, the team approach is emphasized in order to cover work stations during breaks and lunches.