Manufacturing Operator I

SUN PHARMA; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) savings plan

Flexible spending accounts

Employee assistance program

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Job summary

The role offers a daytime schedule, training opportunities, and benefits. Prior experience not required, but forklift certification and strong math/communication skills help.

Qualifications

• High school or equivalent required; GED preferred.
• Forklift certification preferred.
• Basic troubleshooting skills.
• Basic knowledge of cGMP and pharmaceutical regulations.
• Basic knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety procedures.
• Proficiency in MS Office; SAP experience is a plus.
• Strong math and numerical skills.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• English language proficiency at Basic/A2 level.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment (Glatt fluid bed, granulation, blending, compression, coating, imprinting, banding, encapsulation).
• Perform machine changeovers, cleaning, and setup as required.
• Troubleshoot and adjust equipment to maintain specifications.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards during manufacturing.
• Complete manufacturing documents accurately and completely.
• Maintain compliance with SOPs and cGMP at all times.
• Follow OSHA regulations and equipment manuals for safe operation.

Skills

Troubleshooting

cGMP knowledge

OSHA knowledge

MS Office

SAP

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Forklift certification (preferred)

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Job Summary

Performs functions relating to the processing of drug products; consistent with established Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), customer requirements and in conjunction with all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). Responsible for the safe and efficient execution of their job duties, while ensuring product compliance to established standards.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 7:00am to 3:30pm

Area Of Responsibility

• Under Extensive Supervision:
• Operate equipment for one production process Glatt fluid bed processor, Granulation, Blending, Compression, Coating, Imprinting, Banding and Encapsulation.
• Perform machine changeovers, cleaning, & set up as required.
• Troubleshoot and make appropriate adjustments to maintain production specifications.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards during the manufacturing process.
• Complete manufacturing documents, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain compliance at all times with appropriate SOP’s and cGMP’s.
• Perform duties through proper, safe use of equipment following all OSHA regulations and Equipment Manuals.

Work Conditions

Environmental related to manufacturing/production environments:

• Noise: Sufficient noise, either constant or intermittent, to cause marked distraction or possible injury to sense of hearing.
• Fumes: Smoky or vaporous emissions, usually odorous, thrown off as the result of combustion or chemical reaction.
• Odors: Unpleasant smells.
• Gases: Examples include carbon monoxide and ozone.
• Dust: Airborne particles of any kind, such as textile dust, wood, and silica.
• Hazards: Conditions where there is danger to life, health or bodily injury such as closeness to moving mechanical parts; working on scaffolding and high places; exposure to burns, radiant energy, explosives, toxic chemicals, and electric shock.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle and feel and talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, push, and bend.
• Must be capable of bending and lifting, moving and/or carrying up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to navigate office, lab, and/or plant floor working environments, stands, ambulates, and reaches.
• Must have the ability to wear applicable personal protective equipment utilized at the site, including but not limited to respirators, safety glasses/goggles, and safety shoes.

Travel Estimate

Up to 0%

Education And Job Qualification

• Minimum of High School/Trade School/Vocational School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Forklift or other related equipment certification preferred.
• Basic Troubleshooting skills.
• Basic knowledge of cGMP and other pharmaceutical regulatory requirements.
• Basic knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety procedures.
• Good Math and Computer Skills including MS Office and some experience with SAP preferred.
• Good Interpersonal skills.
• Good communication skills.
• The requirement for English language proficiency for this job role is Basic – A2 (comparable to Global CEFR Basic A2) level based on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

Experience

• Entry level position, previous experience not required.

The presently-anticipated base compensation pay range for this position is $20.00/hr to $21.84/hr. Actual base compensation may vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to geographical location and experience. In addition, this position is part of the Annual Performance Bonus Plan, and may be eligible for the Long Term Incentive Plan. Employees are eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs which include medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; disability insurance; 401(k) savings plan; flexible spending accounts; and the employee assistance program. Employees also receive various paid time off benefits, including vacation time and sick time.

The compensation and benefits described above are subject to the terms and conditions of any governing plans, policies, practices, agreements, or other materials or documents as in effect from time to time, including but not limited to terms and conditions regarding eligibility. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company, or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees as assigned to this job. Nothing herein shall preclude the employer from changing these duties from time to time and assigning comparable duties or other duties commensurate with the experience and background of the incumbent(s).

We provide equal employment opportunities for all current employees and applicants for employment. This policy means that no one will be discriminated against because of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, nationality, citizenship, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, affectional or sexual orientation, military or veteran status, generic predisposing characteristics or any other basis prohibited by law.