Avantor-posted 6 months ago
Mid Level
Paris, KY
501-1,000 employees

The Senior Operator is responsible for the set-up of equipment and product delivery on the production line. He/she is responsible for ensuring the lines are set-up and running to the production schedule in accordance to the work orders in addition to making necessary running adjustments, clean-up, and maintenance of equipment/change parts.

  • Perform manufacturing and assembly of products in accordance to written production records while observing appropriate safety guidelines.
  • Assist with production scheduling.
  • Review and recommend change to technical documentation, including batch records, WI’s and SOP’s.
  • Operate semi-automated and automated manufacturing equipment.
  • Weigh, measure, blend and check liquid and chemical raw materials to assure batches manufactured contain proper materials and quantities.
  • Maintain proper production records to comply with requirements (ISO 9001:2000, SOP’s and Work Instructions).
  • Properly operate chemical operating equipment, including centrifuge systems, evaporation equipment, reactors, heating and chilling systems, drying systems, transfer pumps, blenders/mixers and conveying equipment with proficiency, including the cleaning and upkeep of equipment.
  • Understand advance chemical processes from start to finish.
  • Properly operate material monitoring devices, including pH systems, refractometers and weighing systems, including calibration, cleaning and upkeep.
  • Properly use safety and environmental control systems, including dust collection and scrubbing devices to ensure proper operation, including cleaning and upkeep.
  • Maintain equipment and rooms in proper operating condition by following daily cleaning requirements.
  • Perform activities in controlled environment, while assuring the use of appropriate PPE equipment.
  • Perform in-process testing to assure batches meet specifications.
  • Train associates and evaluate progress on operation of equipment and chemical processes, including safety procedures and proper handling of materials.
  • Provide leadership and good work ethics.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • High school diploma required; Associate’s degree in a life science or engineering discipline preferred.
  • Minimum of 3 years prior experience in a cGMP manufacturing environment.
  • General understanding of semi-automated and/or automated equipment.
  • Ability to evaluate internal customer needs, and respond with appropriate action/delivery.
  • Knowledge of computer applications is desirable.
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