1st Shift Line Operator

Perrigo Company plc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Hybrid work options

Job summary

Perrigo Company plc is seeking a Line Operator for our Bronx, New York facility. This union position offers a 1st shift (6:00am-2:30pm, Monday–Friday) with starting pay of $17.00 per hour.

You will join a team dedicated to efficient production and quality controls in a pharmaceutical environment. Responsibilities include preparing line equipment, managing materials, recording IPC and logbook entries, and ensuring proper component setup and FIFO readiness.

Qualifications

• Fluency in speaking, reading and writing English is required.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Post-employment background checks may be required due to the regulated pharmaceutical industry.

Responsibilities

• Check schedule for assigned shop orders and ensure equipment cleanliness.
• Sign Inventory Control logbooks and direct placement of pallets.
• Update the dry-erase board with current shop order information and notify QA for validation.
• Verify components against packaging cards and FIFO readiness.
• Count and record units produced, including damages, and document in IPC forms.
• Maintain a clean work area and proper storage of documents and inserts.

Skills

Fluent English

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

At Perrigo, we are driven by our mission to Makes Lives Better Through Trusted Health and Wellness Solutions, Accessible to All. We are proud to be a Top 10 player in the European Consumer Self-Care market and the largest U.S. store brand provider of over the counter and infant formula. Dedicated to providing The Best Self-Care for Everyone, we are the people behind the brands you trust. We are Opill®, Compeed®, Solpadeine®, NiQuitin®, and many more. We Are Perrigo. We are committed to enhancing the wellbeing of our colleagues and consumers alike. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive, collaborative culture where each person can experience a sense of belonging.

Join us on our One Perrigo journey as we evolve to win in self-care.

Description Overview

This is a Union Position - Starting Pay Rate: $17.00 per hour. Hours are 6:00am-2:30pm Monday- Friday.

We are looking for a Line Operator to join our 1st shift team here at our Perrigo facility located in Bronx, New York.

Scope of the Role

• Check schedule for assigned shop orders. Visually check equipment for cleanliness and complete all cleaning forms.
• Check pallet I.D and sign the Inventory Control logbook for receipt of pallets and instruct Inventory Control where to place each pallet coming to the line.
• Fill out and update the dry-erase board with current information from shop orders. Notify Supervisor to verify components.
• Check components against Packaging Card. Determine if all components have been checked by area supervisor and Q.A.
• Check components to determine if they are set-up for FIFO and stage components on the line.
• Request line supplies (paper towels, gloves, sleeves, pens, etc.) from line personnel.
• Check with mechanic if equipment is set-up.
• Loads tubes onto magazine of filling machine. Loads boxes into magazine on boxer. (If boxer is alongside of filler and can reach.)
• Check lot number and expiration date on components against the packaging card order. Checks weight of tubes.
• Notifies Q.A for line release. Documents activity in Area/Equipment log book.
• Document all entry on In-process Control Forms.
• Keeps lines /equipment clean of any spills. Removes PM stickers and breaks up empty tube/box corrugations.
• Protect and secure documents, inserts, labels etc. in appropriate cages during breaks.
• Maintain area clean of soiled paper towels, leaflets and folding boxes (etc.) on the floor.
• Request supply replenishment from inventory control department and obtains approval from Q.A prior to usage.
• Count and record units produced including damages and destroys during a PM/lot number run.
• Documents when drums are used and emptied onto the IPC (2) Form.
• Observe counting of all tube and other component damages and record on IPC (2) form.
• Observe counting of partial case components and completes Inventory Reconciliation form as destroyed or returns.
• Destroys components properly into garbage bins or waste drums. Completes IPC forms.
• Notifies supervisor when orders/jobs are completed and/or when there are any problems with the line.
• Check that equipment, work area or line is clear from previous components.

Experience Required

• Fluency in speaking, reading and writing English is a must.
• High School Diploma or GED Required
• We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer- and celebrate our employees' differences, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or Veteran status. Different makes us better.
• Due to the highly regulated pharmaceutical industry and legal requirements, you may be subject to post employment background checks.

Benefits

We believe our people are our greatest asset. Alongside competitive compensation, we offer benefits tailored to supporting you and your family, as well as career development opportunities to ensure you feel valued and supported, both professionally and personally.

Find out more Total Rewards at Perrigo.

Hybrid Working Approach

We love our offices and the setting they provide for in-person collaboration and celebration. But we also appreciate the opportunity to work remotely can energise you too, so we promote flexibility with the ability to work two days a week from home in many roles.

We are proud to be included in the Forbes list of "America's Best Employers by State 2024". Find out more here

All application materials, including resumes and CVs, must be submitted in English.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by law. #weareperrigo