Chemical Operator

Hikma; Cherry Hill Township (NJ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. in New Jersey is seeking a Chemical Process Operator I for weighing, mixing, cleaning, batching and PM activities in a cGMP environment.

The role has no direct supervisory duties but leadership potential is valued. You will set up and operate scales, mixers, CIP units and tanks, maintain batch records, perform pH adjustments, transfer finished batches and support QA with quality checks.

Qualifications

• Minimum: High School Diploma with 1 year of experience in a cGMP facility.
• Preferred: Associates Degree in Science or equivalent.
• Good oral and written communication skills are essential.
• Must document process issues clearly in accordance with cGMPs and SOPs.
• Ability to read and follow complex formulation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate scales, mixers, pumps, CIP units, tanks and material handling equipment.
• Maintains accurate records, i.e., log books, raw material inventories, reconciliations and batch records.
• Weighs chemicals to prepare cleaning solution batches and production batches as directed.
• Performs acid/base pH adjustments as required by batch or QA instructions.
• Transfers finished batches to designated area for further processing.
• Adheres to cGMPs and SOPs to ensure product quality.
• Performs preventive maintenance on compounding equipment as required or directed.
• Occasionally works overtime as production requires.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Associates Degree in Science or equivalent

Job description

DESCRIPTION:

We continue to be committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We are seeking a talented and motivated Chemical Process Operator I. In this role, you will be responsible for weighing, mixing, equipment cleaning, tank cleaning, tank movement and PM activities, etc. This job has no supervisory responsibilities; however, the ability to assume higher level responsibilities and/or have demonstrated leadership abilities is preferred.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Regular and predictable onsite attendance and punctuality.
• Sets up & operates equipment such as scales, mixers, pumps, CIP units, tanks and material handling equipment.
• Maintains accurate records, i.e., log books, raw material inventories, reconciliations and batch records.
• Moves raw material as required for mixing, weighing and storage.
• Weighs all chemicals to prepare cleaning solution batches and on a limited basis, production batches designated by the department.
• Performs acid/base pH adjustments as required by batch or as instructed by QA Lab.
• Transfers finished batches to specified area for further processing.
• Adheres strictly to cGMPs and SOPs to ensure the quality and integrity of products.
• Performs clean-up of equipment and rooms as necessary.
• Collects samples, performs other quality checks as necessary.
• Performs preventive maintenance tasks on compounding equipment, such as tanks, mixers and pumps as required or as instructed by supervisor or designee.
• Refers process issues to supervisor or designee.
• Informs supervisor of maintenance and/or safety issues.
• Works overtime with short notice when production requires.
• Under supervision, weighs specified quantities and follows formulation procedures in the preparation of bulk solutions.
• The incumbent may perform other duties as assigned by management personnel.

Qualification:

• Minimum: High School Diploma with 1 year of experience working in a cGMP facility
• Preferred: Associates Degree in Science or Equivalent

Experience :

• Minimum: 1-year of working in a cGMP Facility or 1-year Pharmaceutical liquid batching experience with a High School diploma. or 2 years of other batching experience or 2 years of practical laboratory experience with an Associate or Bachelor degree.
• Good oral and written communication skills are essential.
• Must be able to document process issues in a clean, concise manner in accordance with cGMPs and SOPs.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.
• Must be able to read and understand complex formulation procedures.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to examine problem areas and make recommendations for corrective action.
• Must be able to comprehend and follow all applicable SOPs.
• Heavy continuous exertion.
• Movement and weighing of heavy containers up to 100 lbs., lifts 45 – 50 lbs. 25 – 50% of time.
• Movement of portable tanks may require the use of a power pusher which requires 20/40 distance vision and ability to pass a whisper test (or have no worse than 40 dBA in the better ear).
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to climb ladders and platforms to dispense chemicals.
• Must be able to wear required PPE.
• Work involves exposure to raw materials which requires special handling and protective equipment.
• Operators are exposed to raw materials 80% of the time.
• Must work in compounding suites wearing company issued frock (long laboratory coat), hood, and boots.
• Must wear PAPRs and successfully complete and pass pulmonary function testing.
• The noise level is moderate to loud in CIP Washrooms; use of hearing protection may be required.
• The use of sanitizing agents to clean the compounding rooms may be moderately disagreeable.

Compensation:

Hourly Rate: $25.50 per hour. The compensation for this position will be determined during the interview process and will vary based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, work location, prior experience and job-related knowledge, relevant skills and expertise, current business needs, and market factors. The Talent Acquisition team can provide more details about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.