Sr Production Operator

Fresenius Medical Care • Ogden, UT

2d

About The Position

The Sr Production Operator performs a broad range of production-floor tasks under limited supervision to meet production requirements. Duties include operating production lines, packaging and batch making, preparing production according to current production and quality-control procedures, monitoring operations and material availability, and completing reconciliations and production documentation. The role interfaces with PLC and PC applications, breaks down and assembles production machines, troubleshoots equipment, and performs minor maintenance. The operator follows Good Manufacturing Practices and applicable SOPs, supports a clean and safe plant, and may handle materials and assist other production operators with complex support tasks. The position works C shift: Thursday through Saturday, 5:00 AM–5:00 PM, and Wednesday, 11:00 AM–5:00 PM.

Requirements

• High school diploma required.
• Minimum 2–4 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 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree desirable.
• Experience with food, chemical, or drug manufacturing equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform a broad range of production-floor tasks, applying production operations knowledge and judgment to resolve issues or make recommendations.
• Perform packaging and batch-making functions for the production line.
• Prepare production according to current production and QC procedures, guidelines, and SOPs.
• Assist in monitoring operations and the availability of raw materials and packaging components.
• Use PLC and PC applications to operate the line.
• Perform regular reconciliations.
• Break down and assemble production machines; troubleshoot equipment issues and perform minor equipment maintenance.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices and all applicable Manufacturing SOPs.
• Complete paperwork related to batching and packaging, and maintain logs, batch records, and other required documentation according to internal SOPs.
• Participate in activities to maintain a clean and safe plant.
• Perform production duties as needed to meet production requirements and comply with GMPs.
• Load and unload raw materials and finished products using a forklift or other material-handling devices safely and efficiently.
• Perform Material Handler duties as needed.
• Communicate with individuals in other departments and outside organizations to obtain or provide information or data.
• Assist Production Operator I and/or Production Operator II with more complex support tasks as directed by the immediate supervisor.
• Escalate issues to a supervisor for resolution when appropriate.
• Review and comply with the Code of Business Conduct, company policies and procedures, and applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
• Stay current with process changes and updates for 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: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED