Chemical Process Operator I - 3rd Shift

Hikma Pharmaceuticals; Cherry Hill Township (NJ); Vor Ort; USD 32.000 - 45.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. in Cherry Hill, NJ, is seeking a Chemical Process Operator I for the Sunday-Thursday night shift (10:30pm–7:00am). The role involves weighing, mixing, cleaning, tank handling, and PM activities within a cGMP environment.

You will maintain batch records, assist with QA checks, and support manufacturing operations on a non-supervisory basis. Minimum qualifications include a High School Diploma with 1 year in a cGMP facility; an Associate's in Science is preferred.

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma with 1 year in a cGMP facility.
• Experience documenting batch records and logs.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a cGMP environment.
• Strong reading comprehension of formulation procedures.

Aufgaben

• Set up and operate scales, mixers, pumps, CIP units and tanks.
• Maintain log books, inventories and batch records.
• Weigh chemicals and prepare cleaning solution batches.
• Perform pH adjustments as required.
• Transfer finished batches to next processing area.
• Adhere to cGMPs and SOPs.
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Take samples and run quality checks.
• Record issues and inform supervisor.

Kenntnisse

Oral & Written Communication

cGMP Experience

Batching & Formulation

Ausbildung

High School Diploma

Associates Degree in Science

Jobbeschreibung

Job Title:

Chemical Process Operator I - 3rd Shift / Sunday - Thursday: 10:30pm to 7:00am

Location:

Cherry Hill, NJ

Job Type:

Full-time

Req ID:

12058

ABOUT US:

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.
• Reffers 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.

Qualifications

• 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: $28.05 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