Pharmaceutical Operator (3rd shift)

Bayer•Myerstown, PA

1d•$22 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

At Bayer, we are visionaries driven to solve the world's toughest challenges and striving for a world where 'Health for all Hunger for none' is a reality. We are looking for a Pharmaceutical Operator for the 3rd shift (11:00 PM – 7:20 AM) to perform necessary tasks to plan and manufacture high-quality products on time and in the right quantities in accordance with site policies and practices.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
Must be willing to work overtime as required, based on production demands.
At least 6 months experience using motorized & non-motorized material handling equipment.
At least 6 months experience using automated inventory system or equivalent computer systems (i.e., SAP, MES, Microsoft Software, etc.).
Good written and verbal communication skills in English.
Physically able to operate a forklift truck; forklift truck experience.
Demonstrated ability to successfully changeover/set up multiple pieces of packaging or manufacturing equipment and troubleshooting skills.
Demonstrated ability to work safely in a production environment.
Demonstrated ability to read/interpret/follow instructions in regard to workplace documentation, such as SOP’s, Operator Manuals, Work Instructions, etc.
Good mathematical aptitude in addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, & metric system.
Experience working in a Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) or standard operating procedures (SOP) environment required.
Manufacturing experience.
Good PC Skills, including use of e-mail, attaching documents to e-mail.
Previous experience using electronic databases and on-line tools (i.e., Lotus Notes database, Employee Self-Services on-line tools, automated inventory tracking system, etc).
If assigned to Turret Cleaning/Assembly/Maintenance, demonstrated ability to work independently as well as an effective team member to support schedule attainment demands, including prioritizing and time management skills.

Responsibilities

Ensure a safe work environment by following all safety procedures, workplace standards, company guidelines, and ergonomic rules, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), standard operating procedures (SOPs), Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), Occupational Safety and Health Administration requirements (OSHA), and Lockout Tagout.
Collaborate with other pharmaceutical operators and supervisors to establish priorities and meet deadlines, ensuring production schedules are met.
Maintain, clean, and organize the work area, participate in safety improvement projects, and properly dispose of waste product and containers.
Dispense components, operate, clean, set-up, changeover, and maintain equipment and rooms for product manufacturing. This includes cleaning and maintaining process equipment such as tanks, fillers, pumps, blenders, mills, presses, and coating pans.
Assist with technical troubleshooting and preventive maintenance tasks as needed and trained.
Safely reduce equipment setup and changeover times and establish equipment operating parameters to maximize production while meeting all product specifications.
Ensure product quality by performing in-process checks, complying with cGMPs, identifying unacceptable incoming and outgoing materials, initiating quality improvements, and participating in quality improvement projects. Communicate quality and other non-compliance issues to supervision promptly.
Accurately record process/manufacturing steps, production results, equipment in-process checks, samplings, cleanings, ingredients used, and other required cGMP information on appropriate documents. Maintain daily production sheets and time sheets.
Review and approve work output for team members using validated methods.
Perform tasks on personal computers, including using Business Operating Systems, reading and responding to electronic mail, and utilizing Microsoft Software. Complete, maintain, and update production documentation (electronic and paper) for material movements, take-outs, and yield determinations, following SOPs and using systems like SAP, MES, and EBRs.
Operate motorized and non-motorized material handling equipment for assigned stocking operations, including stand-up and sit-down forklifts.
Take ownership of training and learning to develop high-performance competencies such as technical skills, communication skills, and team-oriented culture skills. This includes managing training records, training team members, motivating and supporting colleagues, and sharing knowledge for continuous process improvement.
Cross-train and train other pharmaceutical operators on equipment and processes as needed.
Inform the department Administrative Assistant when supplies need to be ordered.
Coordinate the utilization of outside contractors and vendors as needed.
Participate in ongoing medical surveillance programs as required.
If assigned to the Turret Cleaning/Assembly/Maintenance area: Continuously develop technical skills to operate and maintain tablet press equipment, taking ownership of the Turret Management process across a 3-shift operation. Troubleshoot and diagnose tablet press equipment issues and perform preventive maintenance. Safely clean tablet presses, reduce equipment setup and changeover times, and establish operating parameters to maximize production while meeting product specifications.
Perform other duties as trained and assigned.