Compression Operator I - 2nd Shift

Merck & Co.; Town of Brookhaven (NY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Job summary

Amneal seeks an entry-level Compression Operator in the United States, NY area. The role focuses on setting up and operating compression machinery following SOPs and cGMP standards to ensure high-quality pharmaceutical products.

The 2nd shift runs 3:30pm–12:00am, Monday through Friday, with duties including in-process checks, accurate recordkeeping, and timely escalation of machine issues. OSHA respirator fit test is required.

Qualifications

• High School or GED preferred.
• 1 year or more experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Must complete OSHA-compliant Respirator Fit Test.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate compression machinery per SOPs.
• Conduct in-process checks: weight, thickness, hardness, friability, tablet weight.
• Initiate cleaning per IPQA procedures; maintain room cleanliness.
• Identify and segregate rejected blends/tablets; ensure quality checks.
• Notify supervisor of machine issues and verify calibration status.
• Document across compression operations and review batch records.

Skills

English literacy

Math skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Basic computer literacy

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

High speed compression machine setup

Job description

Description

This entry-level role in the Compression Department is responsible for the setup and operation of compression machinery in accordance with company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). The Compression Operator ensures full compliance with cGMP standards to support the production of high-quality pharmaceutical products.

Schedule

2nd Shift 3:30pm - 12:00am Monday to Friday

Essential Functions

• Responsible for conducting in-process checks including average weight, thickness, hardness, friability, and individual tablet weight, among others.
• Initiates 'B' and 'A' level cleaning of compression rooms and ensures compliance with the In-Process Quality Assurance (IPQA) procedures.
• Accurately identifies and segregates rejected blends and tablets, ensures required quality checks are completed, and upholds cleanliness and organization of the compression room and equipment to maintain compliance and operational efficiency.
• Promptly notifies the Supervisor of any machine abnormalities or expired calibration status. Ensures weighing scales are kept clean and orderly for accurate calibration checks.
• Verifies ingredients weighed in Mixing & Granulation against entries in the Production Batch Record (PBR), reporting any discrepancies to the Supervisor or designee. Responsible for real-time documentation across all Compression operations and for reviewing batch records to ensure accuracy.

Additional Responsibilities

• Other duties as assigned.
• Flexible to work extended hours when required.

Education

• High School or GED General HS Curriculum - Preferred

Experience

• 1 year or more in Experience in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Environment

Skills

• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English. - Intermediate
• High school level math and mechanical skills. - Intermediate
• Ability to work as part of a team. - Intermediate
• Attention to detail and accuracy. - Intermediate
• Basic computer literacy with the ability to use web browsers, typing applications, Microsoft Office, and related communication tools. - Intermediate
• May be required to lift up to 50 lbs.

Specialized Knowledge

• High speed Compression Machine set up preferred.

Additional Requirement: This position requires successful completion of an OSHA-compliant Respirator Fit Test.

The hourly base salary for this position ranges from $17.50 to $23.50 per hour. Amneal ranges reflect the Company's good faith estimate of base salary that Amneal reasonably believes that it will pay for said position at the time of the posting. Individual compensation will ultimately be determined based on a variety of relevant factors, including but not limited to, qualifications, geographic location and other relevant skills. At the heart of our Total Rewards commitment is a comprehensive, flexible and competitive benefits program for eligible positions that enables you to choose the plans and coverage that meet your personal needs. This includes above-market, diverse and robust health and insurance benefits to meet the varied needs of our employees as well as a significant 401(k) matching contribution to help our employees save for retirement. We also promote employee well-being with programs that helps you enjoy your career alongside life's many other commitments and opportunities.

Amneal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process or to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact us at [e-mail] . Requests will be handled confidentially and in accordance with applicable laws.