Pharma Manufacturing Operator II — 2nd Shift

Cipla; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Cipla in Fall River, MA is seeking a Manufacturing Operator II for the 2nd shift to support packaging of metered dose inhalation products. The role focuses on safe, compliant production under cGMP, with emphasis on batch planning, equipment operation, calibration, sanitation, and collaboration with QA, QC and engineering.

Candidates should have at least a high school diploma, 2 years of manufacturing experience with MDI or aerosols, English proficiency, and a good grasp of health and safety

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Accredited college certificate or university degree is preferred.
• Minimum two (2) years of manufacturing experience with MDI or aerosol products.
• Proficient in English (Speaking/Reading/Writing).
• Knowledge of fundamental cGMP and regulatory requirements in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment highly preferred.
• Basic understanding of mechanical machinery and control systems.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Demonstrated ability to work in both independent and team environments.
• Good knowledge of Health & Safety procedures, including OSHA.
• Strong mathematical and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Dispensing raw material and primary packing materials as per work order.
• Ensure the proper planning and execution of batches.
• Monitoring cleaning and sanitation of production area and machinery per SOP during batch-to-batch and product-to-product changeover.
• Daily monitoring and recording of production materials and production lines.
• Conducting process checks and recording in batch manufacturing record.
• Controlling machine operations with minimum rejections and maximum outputs while maintaining quality standards.
• Operating equipment and performing necessary maintenance on machinery.
• Safeguard equipment for smooth functioning with coordination of engineering for preventive maintenance and calibration.
• Manufacturing and filling of products as per Batch Manufacturing Records and SOP.
• Maintaining inventory of machine parts, tools and accessories.
• Working individually and in collaboration with others as part of a team.
• Coordinating with other departments like packaging, engineering, QA and QC for better planning and execution.
• Sampling as per schedule and in coordination with QA and QC.
• Check and ensure status labels at all stages of manufacturing and filling.
• Identifying and assisting in any corrective actions.
• Perform, check and ensure calibration/verification of instruments, equipment and weighing balances as per schedule.
• Ensuring line clearance during batch-to-batch and product-to-product change over.
• Online documentation and timely entries related to manufacturing and filling operations and activities.
• Wearing appropriate PPE as stated in the SOP before entering any processing areas.
• Executing procedures to complete tasks in a safe and efficient manner.
• Performing duties through the proper safe use of equipment, according to Health & Safety procedures and Equipment Manuals.
• Performing other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

English proficiency

Safety knowledge (OSHA)

Teamwork

Mechanical understanding

cGMP knowledge

Mathematical skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College certificate or university degree preferred

Job description

Cipla in Fall River, MA is seeking a Manufacturing Operator II for the 2nd shift to support packaging of metered dose inhalation products. The role focuses on safe, compliant production under cGMP, with emphasis on batch planning, equipment operation, calibration, sanitation, and collaboration with QA, QC and engineering.

Candidates should have at least a high school diploma, 2 years of manufacturing experience with MDI or aerosols, English proficiency, and a good grasp of health and safety