Manufacturing Operator 3 - 3rd Shift

Millipore Corporation; Sheboygan Falls (WI); On-site; USD 60,174,000 - 108,886,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO

Retirement contributions

Job summary

MilliporeSigma is hiring for a Membrane Operator 3 to run membrane manufacturing equipment and casting processes in a shift-based role. You will set up, operate, and monitor processes, document parameters, and ensure safety and quality in a collaborative team.

The role emphasizes training, cross-training, and adherence to SOPs, with compensation tied to pay ranges and potential bonuses. A strong manufacturing background is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of manufacturing experience or equivalent combined with laboratory testing.
• Strong documentation habits and adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Forklift experience is preferred in some contexts.

Responsibilities

• Operate membrane manufacturing equipment and casting machines safely and efficiently.
• Set up equipment, handle materials, and run in-process tests with PCS and MES systems.
• Monitor quality attributes and document parameters for batch records.
• Train new staff and collaborate with supervisors and peers.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the membrane production area.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Laboratory testing experience

Documentation and compliance

Safety-consciousness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in chemistry/biology/life science

Tools

SAP

PCS

MES

Job description

Work Your Magic with us! Start your next chapter and join MilliporeSigma. Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you've got big plans - so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people's lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US.

$5000 Sign on Bonus Hired

Your role:

The Membrane Operator 3 is a shift-based position reporting to the Supervisor, Membrane Manufacturing. The Membrane Operator 3 is responsible for the operation of all membrane manufacturing equipment in an efficient and competent manner with regard to safety, quality, and documentation. The operator works as a team member in the Membrane 1 facility and is responsible for manufacturing, packaging, and shipment of membrane material.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Produces Lateral Flow Membranes in a clean manufacturing facility to meet the demands and requirements of MilliporeSigma customers
• Set up equipment, move raw chemical materials utilizing SAP, facilitate batch mixing utilizing PCS programming, and run analytical testing on in-process samples
• Operate membrane utility equipment & the casting machine using the PCS operating system, modify parameters during the casting process
• Cut finished membrane rolls, test samples, and package the rolls to final customer specifications
• Write and revise relevant membrane SOPs using applicable documentation software
• Lead training of new employees in companionship with management/staff trainers and participate in cross-training with current employees to convey mastery of membrane production
• Understand and record critical quality attributes of membrane and respective processing parameters utilizing MES software
• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of mixing, casting, and slitting operations and can work with little to no supervision between all membrane functions

Some training to take place on 1st shift 6:00am to 2:30pm for several months.

Physical Attributes:

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, reach above the shoulder, stoop, kneel, twist, crouch, or crawl
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds unassisted
• Ability to move more than 50 pounds with assistance
• Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
• Regular use of phones, computers, office equipment, and laboratory equipment
• Mechanical aptitude and dexterity

Who you are

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED and 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing setting
• Associate degree in a scientific discipline and 1+ year of experience in a manufacturing setting
• 2+ years of experience running laboratory-based tests

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate degree in chemistry, biology or other life science discipline
• 1 year of experience operating forklift
• RSREMD

Pay Range for this position:

$21/hour - $38/hour The offer range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base pay compensation for this position. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. Position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses.

Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other perquisites.

What we offer:

We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!