Manufacturing Operator: Improve Yields & QC Lab Support

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation; Bellefonte (Centre County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO

Retirement contributions

Other perquisites

Job summary

MilliporeSigma in the United States is seeking an entry level Manufacturing Associate to support product manufacturing, packaging, and testing in a GMP-aligned environment. You will follow SOPs, operate lab equipment, and assist R&D with new products.

Strong attention to detail and independent work are valued, with safe handling of materials and accurate record-keeping expected. The role emphasizes hands-on production tasks, equipment maintenance, and adherence to quality standards across

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum 1+ year experience with automated manufacturing equipment.
• Experience in industrial settings preferred.
• Proficient with computers.
• Ability to work independently.
• Capable of writing legibly.
• Basic math skills.
• Experience operating labeling, packaging, and lab equipment (e.g., balances, labelers, vacuum pumps, ovens, evaporators, glove boxes).

Responsibilities

• Prepare, pack and process products in assigned area.
• Follow written instructions per MPS/SOP/ISO guidelines.
• Engage in product manufacturing across various areas.
• Monitor processes and identify improvement opportunities.
• Design and conduct simple experiments to enhance yield, product quality, and develop new product.
• Assist R&D in manufacturing of new products.
• Package and label all products according to instructions.
• Test products in assigned work area.
• Prepare samples for quality control upon request.
• Completes in-process inspections.
• Maintains QC experimental records.
• Operate and maintain all necessary lab equipment.
• Responsible for the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of manufacturing equipment.
• Maintain raw material inventory and request supplies as needed.
• Perform maintenance and cleaning of the work area and lab equipment.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Automation equipment experience

Industrial setting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Lab equipment

Balances

Labelers

Vacuum pumps

Ovens

Evaporators

Glove boxes

Job description

MilliporeSigma in the United States is seeking an entry level Manufacturing Associate to support product manufacturing, packaging, and testing in a GMP-aligned environment. You will follow SOPs, operate lab equipment, and assist R&D with new products.

Strong attention to detail and independent work are valued, with safe handling of materials and accurate record-keeping expected. The role emphasizes hands-on production tasks, equipment maintenance, and adherence to quality standards across