Production Operator

Union Agener, Inc.; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Competitive Benefits Package

401(k) Plan + Company Match

Vacation + Year-end Vacation (Company)

Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Union Agener, Inc. is seeking an experienced manufacturing operator for chemical/pharma process areas. The role involves operating floor/console tasks, alarm investigations, and adjustments to maintain efficient operations.

The candidate will follow FDA and cGMP specifications, perform maintenance, and contribute to team coaching. Responsibilities include documenting accurately, adhering to safety and aseptic practices, and collaborating with leadership to optimize processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in chemical, pharmaceutical, or related process operation.
• Experience with process control systems (Provox, DeltaV) preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute floor and console tasks, investigate alarms, and adjust process areas.
• Follow Safety and Quality SOPs and regulations.
• Troubleshoot equipment and recommend improvements to Leadership.
• Complete documentation under FDA and cGMP specs.
• Perform preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance on area equipment.
• Train and mentor operators on SOPs and GMP practices.
• Maintain clean rooms and sanitize as required.
• Collaborate in a team-based environment; participate in leadership activities.
• Adhere to aseptic practices for QA.
• Identify hazards, issue permits, and manage lockout/tagout.

Skills

Provox/DeltaV

Craft skills

Initiative

Verbal & written comms

Integrity

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

MS Word/Excel/Outlook/SAP

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Provox

DeltaV

SAP

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Position Description, Functions, Duties, and Tasks:

• Execute floor and console tasks, investigate alarms, and make required adjustments in the process areas.


• Operate in a safe and compliant manner and follow all applicable Safety and Quality SOPs and regulations.


• Troubleshoot equipment or conditions to make recommendations to Leadership team to achieve efficient operation conditions.


• Complete all required documentation accurately and legibly under FDA and cGMP specifications.


• Perform minor preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance on area equipment.


• Train, mentor, and develop other operators on standard operating procedures and good manufacturing practices.


• Perform general housekeeping/sanitizations in assigned areas to keep clean and maintain a state of control.


• Work in a team-based environment, willing to participate in team activities, serve in leadership roles and be receptive to receiving and giving constructive coaching to team members and management.


• Follow good aseptic practices and techniques when required for quality assurance.


• Identify safety hazards, issue permits and perform lock out/tag out of equipment when required.

Minimum Qualification (Education, Experience and/or Training, Required Certifications):

Education:

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED

Experience:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a chemical, pharmaceutical, or related process operation.

Skills:

• Provox and Delta V experience


• Craft skills highly recommended


• High level of initiative and motivated.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Good attitude and have integrity


• Good interpersonal skills, planning, organization and prioritizing are essential.


• Able to work in a team environment.


• Familiar with using a computer, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and SAP.

Additional Preferences:

• N/A

Other Information:

Physical Requirements:

• Perform and review work in a manufacturing plant environment.


• Able to ascend/descend ladders and stairs.


• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment when applicable.


• Wear appropriate clean room garments when applicable.


• Lift 40lb loads.


• Work in various climate/weather conditions associated with a manufacturing plant at any time.


• Respond to plant emergencies when required.


• Work 12 hour rotating (days/nights) shifts.


• Must be available to work overtime/modified schedule within department and Union Agener policy guidelines to support the business needs.

What do we offer?

• Competitive Salary


• Competitive Benefits Package and Employee Assistance Program


• 401(k) Plan + Company Match


• Vacation + End of Year Vacation (Company Sponsored)


• Growth Opportunities to expand your career