Production Operator II

Fresenius Medical Care • Oregon, OH

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About The Position

The Production Operator II performs day-to-day operations on the production floor, completing assigned tasks to meet production requirements. Duties include operating production machinery, packaging, batch making, material handling, and shipping packages as needed. Under general supervision, the operator follows company policies and procedures and applies job skills to routine and semi-routine production tasks, recognizing when an occasional deviation from accepted practice may be needed.

The role supports production preparation and monitoring, checks availability of raw materials and packaging components, uses PLC and PC applications to operate production lines, performs reconciliations, and maintains production records. The operator also breaks down and assembles production machines, troubleshoots equipment issues, performs minor maintenance, and helps maintain a clean and safe plant. Work is performed in accordance with applicable Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), manufacturing SOPs, quality procedures, and company policies. The position has no supervisory responsibilities and may provide general task support to Production Operator I. Additional duties may be assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

• Minimum 1–2 years of related production experience.
• Understanding of Current Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Experience operating a forklift and other material-handling equipment.
• Computer skills and data-entry experience.
• Ability to lift materials weighing up to 75 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with food, chemical, or drug manufacturing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform packaging and batch-making functions for the production line.
• Prepare production as directed, following current production and quality-control procedures, guidelines, and SOPs.
• Assist in monitoring production operations and the availability of raw materials and packaging components.
• Use PLC and PC applications to operate the production line.
• Perform reconciliations regularly.
• Break down and assemble production machines; troubleshoot equipment issues and perform minor equipment maintenance.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices and applicable manufacturing SOPs.
• Complete paperwork related to batching and packaging operations, and maintain logs, batch records, and other required documentation.
• Participate in activities needed to maintain a clean and safe plant.
• Perform production duties as needed to meet production requirements and comply with GMPs.
• Safely load and unload raw materials and finished products using a forklift and other material-handling devices as needed.
• Perform Material Handler duties and responsibilities as needed.
• Provide Production Operator I with general task support as directed by the immediate supervisor.
• Refer higher-level problems to senior staff and escalate issues to the supervisor when necessary.
• Review and comply with the Code of Business Conduct, company policies and procedures, and applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
• Stay current on process changes and updates for assigned work areas.
• Assist with projects assigned by the direct supervisor and perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed