Production Operator 3rd Shift

Datwyler; Town of Middletown (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Datwyler is seeking a Production Operator in New York to operate and monitor packaging equipment in a pharmaceutical setting. Key responsibilities include ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), maintaining safety standards, and training new team members.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and possess proficiency in English and basic computer skills. This is a 3rd Shift position, operating on Sunday to Thursday, 11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Ability to speak, read and write in English.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor packaging equipment.
• Ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Train new operators and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

English proficiency

Basic arithmetic skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Summary / Objective

The Production Operator is responsible for operating and monitoring packaging equipment in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. This role ensures that products are packaged according to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), regulatory standards, and company procedures, while maintaining high levels of safety, quality, and efficiency.

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Essential Functions

• Works under the guidance of Supervisor or Crew Leader to perform and complete the assigned duties in a timely manner.
• Ensures that equipment are maintained in good and safe working condition and work area is clean, safe and organized.
• Monitors equipment performance and recommends improvements.
• Duly follows organizational and work specific instructions, attends applicable trainings and meetings.
• Fulfills tasks efficiently and in due course. Meets productivity standards (where defined). Can organize and perform work effectively.
• Abides by safety regulations at all times. Promotes safety standards at workplace and in the team. Identifies potential safety risks and reports them actively to line manager.
• Demonstrates initiative to exceed a common performance. Flexibly adopts changes in tasks, workplace, or team. Works reliably, keeps agreements. Assumes responsibility for tasks entrusted.
• Is open, respectful, and helpful. Constructively contributes with own skills to problem solving in team. Shares and accepts information and knowledge.
• Participates in department or quality team meetings. Suggests improvements and works alone or with others to implement improvements, as assigned.
• Trains new operators and/or trainees as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma
• Ability to speak, read and write English in order to understand operating and other related procedures and to complete all position related documentation.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic skills.
• Performs basic computer skills

Be yourself at Datwyler

We are convinced that people make the difference. At Datwyler, you will experience diversity and a wide range of career opportunities that only an international company can provide. Together, we are increasing our agility, accelerating digitalization and fostering sustainability. For motivated and talented employees, we offer interesting development opportunities with training and assignments in a global environment. With us, you can contribute with all of your creativity and all your ideas.