Senior Manufacturing Operator & Line Leader

Biopharma Careers; St. Albans (WV); On-site; USD 37,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Viatris is seeking a Senior Operator to support ongoing manufacturing operations at our facility in West Virginia. The role involves visual product inspection, set up and operation of production equipment, and ensuring clean, labeled materials and proper waste handling.

The successful candidate will document runs in batch records and SAP, train new staff, and coordinate with QA and supervision to minimize quality impact while maintaining efficiency across multiple lines.

Qualifications

• HS diploma.
• Seven years of experience in manufacturing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Visually inspect the product during operation, observe equipment and process for proper operation, seek maintenance assistance for problems and recommend improvements.
• Performs the set up and running of Production equipment.
• Prepare process / product specific cleaning activities for lines and equipment as required and keep work area in a clean and orderly condition.
• Ensure all products are properly labeled and stored to include samples and waste containers / bags.
• Document material runs via Batch Production Records, In-Process Sheets, Log Books, and Time Sheets.
• Performs status verification, material/component consumption, and post batch material / component returns in SAP.
• Ensures all material/component returns are labeled correctly.
• Assist in training new personnel in the manufacturing operation under the guidance of the supervisor.
• Perform calibration on scales, line meters, coating ovens, micrometers, etc. as instructed.
• Performs post run reconciliation and waste-handling activities.
• Prepares components and /or processing aids for introduction to the process.
• Coordinates and oversees the work of the other Operators and acts as a back up to Lead Operator or Supervisor as necessary.
• Collaborates with Supervisor, QA and Production Support on unscripted production events to assure impact on quality is evaluated and minimized.
• Provides leadership and versatility through proficient execution across multiple production lines and working relationships.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

HS diploma

Job description

Viatris is seeking a Senior Operator to support ongoing manufacturing operations at our facility in West Virginia. The role involves visual product inspection, set up and operation of production equipment, and ensuring clean, labeled materials and proper waste handling.

The successful candidate will document runs in batch records and SAP, train new staff, and coordinate with QA and supervision to minimize quality impact while maintaining efficiency across multiple lines.