Manufacturing Operator - 2nd Shift

Alcami Corporation; Clinton (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Alcami Corporation is seeking a Manufacturing Operator for the 2nd shift (3:00pm - 11:30pm) in Clinton, TN. The role focuses on operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting packaging equipment to ensure consistent production output in a cGMP environment.

You will perform changeovers, startup checks, and real-time troubleshooting while supporting continuous production flow and safety requirements. A High School Diploma or GED and 1+ year GMP experience are required.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in a Pharmaceutical GMP Environment is required.
• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Experience operating or maintaining packaging or manufacturing equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate packaging equipment to support daily production goals.
• Perform routine inspections, light maintenance, and minor repairs.
• Troubleshoot basic mechanical issues and resolve problems independently when possible.
• Monitor equipment performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Execute equipment changeovers including setup, adjustments, and line clearance.
• Perform startup checks and verify equipment readiness after changeovers.
• Troubleshoot production interruptions in real time to minimize downtime.
• Support continuous production flow by maintaining operational readiness.
• Communicate spare parts and equipment-related needs to prevent delays.
• Track and document inventory usage and stock levels.
• Support movement of materials throughout production.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance, repairs, and equipment performance.
• Follow cGMP and company procedures; adhere to cGDP documentation practices.
• Follow safety standards and maintain a clean, hazard-free work environment.
• Promote safe behaviors and proactively address risks.
• Work closely with Production, Quality, and leadership teams; communicate issues and updates clearly.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Communication

Independent worker

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Packaging equipment

Preventative maintenance

Job description

Manufacturing Operator - 2nd Shift

Location US-TN-Clinton

ID 2026-2370

Category Manufacturing

Position Type Full-Time

Working Hours 2nd Shift: Monday - Friday, 3:00pm - 11:30pm

At Alcami, we deliver reliable solutions that unlock the potential of transformative medicines from discovery to commercialization, through trusted partnership with our clients, recognized industry expertise and proven regulatory track record.

Are you interested in joining our team?

Job Summary

As a Manufacturing Operator, you are a hands-on, production-oriented team member responsible for operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting packaging equipment to ensure consistent production output. You will play a critical role in minimizing downtime, executing changeovers, and supporting continuous improvement efforts on the production floor. This position requires both mechanical aptitude and operational focus, as you will run equipment while also performing preventative maintenance, resolving issues in real time, and ensuring all activities meet cGMP and safety standards.

On-site Expectations

• 100% on-site position.
• 2nd Shift: Monday - Friday, 3:00pm - 11:30pm.

Responsibilities

Equipment Operation & Maintenance

• Operate packaging equipment to support daily production goals.
• Perform routine inspections, LIGHT preventative maintenance, and minor repairs.
• Troubleshoot basic mechanical issues and resolve problems independently when possible.
• Monitor equipment performance and identify opportunities for improvement.

Changeovers & Production Support

• Execute equipment changeovers including setup, adjustments, and line clearance.
• Perform startup checks and verify equipment readiness after changeovers.
• Troubleshoot production interruptions in real time to minimize downtime.
• Support continuous production flow by maintaining operational readiness.

Inventory & Materials Support

• Communicate spare parts and equipment-related needs to prevent delays.
• Track and document inventory usage and stock levels.
• Support movement of materials and components throughout production.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate records of maintenance, repairs, and equipment performance.
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with cGMP and company procedures.
• Follow documentation practices aligned with cGDP requirements.

Safety & Cleanliness

• Follow all safety standards and company policies.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work environment.
• Promote safe behaviors and proactively address risks.

Team Collaboration & Communication

• Work closely with Production, Quality, and leadership teams.
• Communicate issues, solutions, and updates clearly and timely.
• Contribute to a team-driven environment focused on performance and improvement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience operating or maintaining packaging or manufacturing equipment preferred.
• 1+ years of experience in a Pharmaceutical GMP Environment is required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures precisely.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met or encountered by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear and smell. The employee is frequently required to walk; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move over 75 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee will be required to wear the appropriate personal protective equipment for specific job duties to be performed. Such personal protective equipment may include, but not limited to safety eyewear, hearing protection, various types of respirators/breathing apparatus, lab coats, full protective body coverings, various types of gloves, etc. Based on product, the use of PAPR or supplied air respirator may be required. The use of tight-fitted respirators limits facial hair for proper protection. Regulations may require employees to participate in routine medical surveillance. Other tasks involving elevated work may require the use of a body harness and lanyard. Additionally, the employee may be required to operate an industrial vehicle.