Sr. Operator (Nights)

What we're looking for:

• Education: High school diploma required

• Experience: Minimum of 3 years prior experience in a cGMP manufacturing environment, along with general understanding of semi-automated and/or automated equipment is preferred

• Knowledge of computer applications is desirable

• Ability to evaluate internal customer needs, and respond with appropriate action/delivery

• Must be able to work an overnight shift 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM

• Must be able to work weekly rotating shifts on nights

• Perform manufacturing and assembly of products in accordance with written production records while observing appropriate safety guidelines.

• Required to review and recommend changes to technical documentation, including batch records, WI's and SOP's.

• Operating bottling lines and packaging when needed.

• 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, transfer pumps, blenders/mixers and conveying equipment with proficiency, including the cleaning and upkeep of equipment.

• Understanding of advance chemical processes from start to finish.

• Properly operate material monitoring devices 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.

• 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.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL EFFORT (Under Typical Positions)

Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, dust or gases. The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Required to stand and walk for a large part of the working day. Physical requirements include talking, hearing, bending/stooping, squatting, reaching above shoulder height, crouching, kneeling, balancing and pushing/pulling. Also requires some lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling up to 50 pounds with or without assistance. Use both hands for repetitive actions such as grasping and manipulating. Specific vision abilities include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.

The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.

We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

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We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

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