Machine Operator

Katalyst CRO; Sparks Corner (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Katalyst CRO in Sparks, MD is seeking a Manufacturing Equipment Operator to set up, operate, and maintain moderately complex automated manufacturing equipment. The role emphasizes quality, adherence to GMP, and precise documentation of production and maintenance activities.

You will run multiple production lines, manage changeovers, and troubleshoot basic equipment issues while working with a team to meet daily production goals and safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience in a regulated environment.
• Ability to work in a team and communicate effectively across the department.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Punctuality and reliability.
• Ability to work on semi-routine assignments with deviations.
• Must be proficient in English (reading, writing, basic arithmetic).
• Basic proficiency with PCs and Windows environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, perform setup and operations of production equipment, including automated processes for filling, packing, assembling, labeling and inspection.
• Independently run multiple lines including setting up and managing changeovers.
• Troubleshoot and solve problems under general supervision.
• May perform clean up in sterilized areas.
• Identify the need for minor equipment repairs.
• Follow GMP procedures and maintain documentation of quality, safety, and maintenance records.
• Support root-cause analysis for process or product exceptions.
• Monitor quality per SPC or other control procedures.
• Overtime as required.

Education

High school Diploma or GED

Tools

Windows OS

PC literacy

Job description

Job Description

Performs routine set up, operation, minor routine maintenance, preventative maintenance (PM) and troubleshooting of moderately complex/automated manufacturing equipment. Controls and adjusts machine settings. Inspects in-process parts to ensure consistent quality and removes defective products, packaging, and component material. Checks work using prescribed gauges, jigs, and fixtures to measure close tolerances.

Job Description

Performs routine set up, operation, minor routine maintenance, preventative maintenance (PM) and troubleshooting of moderately complex/automated manufacturing equipment. Controls and adjusts machine settings. Inspects in-process parts to ensure consistent quality and removes defective products, packaging, and component material. Checks work using prescribed gauges, jigs, and fixtures to measure close tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Works within standards and operating procedures to plan, perform, and make decisions regarding the set up and operations of a variety of production equipment, including automated machine processes and controls to perform routine assembly-line production functions of filling, packing, assembling, labeling, and inspecting.
• Independently run multiple lines including setting up and managing changeovers.
• Uses independent judgment in troubleshooting and problem solving under general supervision.
• May perform clean up functions in sterilized areas.
• Identifies the need for minor equipment repairs.
• May analyze and evaluate charts, follow simple diagrams, testing, and inspecting procedures.
• Assists with root-cause analysis activities for process or product exceptions.
• May monitor quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.
• Ensures accurate documentation of all relevant quality, safety, and maintenance documents.
• Identifies, troubleshoots, and resolves basic issues associated with the machine performance and/or product quality.
• Demonstrates the ability to follow established procedures according to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Must follow all Client housekeeping, safety policies and procedures.
• Must be able to work overtime as required to meet Client business requirements.
• Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

• High school Diploma or GED equivalent.
• 1 year of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience in a regulated environment required.
• Can effectively work in a team setting and communicate effectively across the department.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to be punctual to ensure production.
• Ability to work on assignments that are semi-routine in nature with the skill to recognize any deviations from specification.
• Ability to operate independently within the constraints of approved process-related documentation.
• Must be proficient in English with the ability to read, write, analyze/evaluate charts, follow simple diagrams and perform basic arithmetic.
• Basic proficiency with PCs (Personal Computers) and basic use of a Windows environment is required.