Processing Technician I - 2nd Shift
About The Position
As a Processing Technician at Opella, you manufacture bulk blend products and support efficient equipment setup, operation, teardown, and cleaning in the processing area. You use knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to support seamless production. The role involves operating and maintaining production lines, troubleshooting issues, and contributing to safe, high-quality, consistent output. Opella describes the position as offering training and early ownership, with work that supports its self-care mission and sustainability goals. This is a second-shift position, Monday through Friday, from 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Compensation is listed at $23.65–$31.53, with compensation determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in company employee benefit programs.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Manufacturing or production experience, including operating high-speed packaging or assembly equipment, start-ups, shutdowns, and changeovers.
- Proficiency operating packaging machinery and tools, including electric and manual lift trucks, tape machines, fillers, cappers, labelers, and bundlers.
- Ability to lift 25–60 pounds and stand or walk for extended periods.
- Exceptional coordination, manual dexterity, and mechanical aptitude.
- Ability to comply with dress code regulations and complete required training.
- Ability to work in conditions involving exposure to product, dust, grease, and packing machinery hazards.
Responsibilities
- Accurately measure the quality and quantity of raw materials to produce finished bulk products according to formulations and procedures.
- Learn to operate mills, grinders, conveyors, mixers, and tableting presses to produce tablets, ointments, creams, liquids, and powders.
- Monitor manufacturing processes and implement control factors to keep production within acceptable limits.
- Maintain detailed production records, follow step-by-step procedures, and complete production orders efficiently.
- Keep equipment and work areas clean, organized, and well-maintained.
- Maintain a safe work environment, report hazards, and develop skills to comply with FDA and cGMP requirements.
- Operate and maintain production lines to support safety, quality, and output.
- Troubleshoot production issues and propose improvements to keep operations running.
Benefits
- Employees may be eligible to participate in company employee benefit programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
