Manufacturing Associate I - 2nd Shift

Paladin Labs Inc.; Hobart (IN); On-site; USD 26,640 - 37,941; Full time

Job summary

Paladin Labs Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Associate in Hobart, Indiana. The successful candidate will process compound materials into tablets, ensuring quality and adherence to regulations.

This role requires a high school diploma and a minimum of three months of experience. Candidates should be able to lift heavy materials and adhere to safety standards. The position offers a base pay of $23.44 per hour plus bonuses.

Qualifications

• Requires the basic knowledge and ability to apply mathematical concepts.
• Recommended minimum of three to twelve months’ experience under direct supervision.

Responsibilities

• Processes active compound materials into final tablet form.
• Performs quality control checks to maintain product consistency.
• Documents inspections and keeps accurate equipment records.

Skills

Heavy lifting

Attention to detail

Machine operation

Basic math skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description Summary

Processes active compound materials into final tablet form performing quality control checks to maintain consistency of product according to manufacturing specifications.

Executes all Production processes while strictly adhering to cGMP, Standard Operating Procedures, documentation protocols, environmental health and safety guidelines and any other related regulations that could apply.

The Manufacturing Associate is expected to fully participate in both departmental projects and any quality working teams that may be applicable.

Supports the leader and subject matter (SME) expert in their area(s) of responsibility.

Supports production, operations projects and process improvements.

Maintains accurate and compliant documentation on all activities.

Raw Materials and Equipment Checklist

• Obtain and weigh in products for all shifts.
• Moves raw materials and product to/from vault, cage, process or storage areas.
• Inspects machine parts for unusual wear and proper lubrication.
• Operates equipment required in the manufacture of pharmaceutical product.
• Performs and reviews quality checks on weight, thickness, hardness and friability of tablets at various stages of the process according to manufacturing instructions and SOPs.
• Submits product samples to quality laboratories as required.
• Maintains product batch, room activity, and equipment records.
• Maintains control of DEA‑scheduled material in accordance with accepted policy, practice and procedure.

Work Center Schedule and Shift Attainment

Achieved to Standards. Is at his/her position on the line ready to start production as required.

Monitors the production process, makes periodic checks and adjusts equipment or work practices to maximize production efficiency, yields, quality and safety.

Accurately reports production and ensures reports are completed as required.

Performs operator‑level machine adjustments and lubrication.

Assists technicians with minor machine repairs and set‑up.

Troubleshoots problems with equipment and processing to assist other technicians to minimize disruptions to production.

Ensures that line conditions are acceptable to change from one product to another by ensuring that materials, paperwork, and equipment have been staged for changeover.

Downtime Avoided

Will immediately stop manufacturing and notify Line Leader of any safety or quality concerns.

Documents inspections performed and keeps accurate equipment records, clean‑up sheets and other required paperwork.

Disassembles, cleans and reassembles basic line equipment according to SOPs.

Insures proper inspections are conducted prior to reassembly.

Cleans and assembles dust collector.

Assists in the training of individuals on equipment and processes in the department.

Compliance Standards Met

Follows all EHS rules and regulations.

Accepts accountability for own personal safety and identifies potential unsafe conditions to help prevent self and co‑workers from being injured.

Complies with all site security requirements.

Performs lock‑out/tag‑out procedures according to SOPs.

Follows safe working practices in the execution of their assigned duties.

Collects all process related hazardous wastes and transports to accumulation drums.

Actively participates in general site and departmental Safety initiatives.

Maintains clean work area; clear away debris, damaged or defective product, cartons, labels and packaging supplies.

Escalation Process

Adhered to. Makes initial attempts to identify root cause within scope of decision‑making authority while simultaneously notifying next level of leadership.

If attempts at the next level do not resolve the problem and the Associate believes that a higher level needs to be involved, the problem is escalated to the highest level.

Marginal Functions

Assists technicians at other stations within the department as needed.

Works on any tableting stations on which you are trained.

May be cross‑trained in other functions.

Minimum Requirements

Education:

• Requires the basic knowledge and ability to apply mathematical concepts, spelling, reading English, and grammar.
• Requires a High School diploma or GED.

Experience:

• Recommended minimum of three to twelve months’ experience under direct supervision and guidance in order to gain sufficient skill to perform the requirements of the position.

License(s)/Certification(s): None Required.

Working Conditions

Physical/Visual Activities or Demands

Heavy physical demand requires frequent moving, pushing, pulling, rolling and dumping of up to 100 kg and manual lifting of up to 25 kg.

Physical demand also involves walking and standing (70%), balancing, bending, kneeling and reaching (15%), grasping and feeling (5%) and communicating (10%).

Mental demand is frequent requiring attention to details of specific manufacturing instructions and recording of information on paperwork.

Visual demand is continuous and requires clarity of vision at 20 inches or less and 20 feet or more with peripheral vision and the ability to bring objects into sharp focus, to judge distance and space relationships and to identify and distinguish colors.

Environmental/Atmospheric Conditions

Exposure to pure raw materials requires incumbent to wear a respirator on a regular basis.

Protective clothing and equipment including uniform shirt and slacks, jacket, safety glasses, booties, hairnet, gloves, disposable respirator, hearing protection, PAPR, and tyvek suit are worn continuously in the performance of the job functions.

Exposure to noise requires incumbent to wear hearing protection on regular basis.

Work hazards include proximity to moving mechanical parts, exposure to dust, odors, cleaning agents, noise, and vibration.

Location

Hobart, NY

Facility Hours

Monday – Thursday 4:00pm to 2:15am. Must have the ability to work overtime when needed.

Pay Transparency

The expected base pay for this position is $23.44 per hour plus a $2.00 shift differential.

This position is eligible for a bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable program. Bonuses are awarded at the Company's discretion.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship needs.

EEO Statement

We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment, and provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local law.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.