Utility Operator - 2nd Shift

Hikma Pharmaceuticals; Cherry Hill Township (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Utility Operator for the 2nd shift. In this role, you will set up, maintain, and operate various equipment while ensuring compliance with safety regulations and quality standards. Your responsibilities will include monitoring equipment parameters, training others, and maintaining a clean and organized work area. This position offers a clean, climate-controlled environment and opportunities for career advancement. If you are detail-oriented and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a significant impact in the pharmaceutical industry.

Benefits

Clean climate-controlled working environment

Annual performance bonus potential

401k employer match up to 6%

23 vacation/personal days

11 paid Company holidays

Generous healthcare benefits

Employee discount program

Wellbeing rewards programs

Career advancement/growth opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and operating instructions.
• Requires lifting 5-40 lbs and being on feet 100% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate equipment while monitoring parameters throughout the shift.
• Train individuals on equipment and maintain quality of machine output.

Skills

Equipment operation

cGMP compliance

Safety regulations

Training skills

Mathematical skills

Problem-solving

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Automatic glass washers

De-pyrogenation tunnels

Cappers

Tray loaders

Automatic bag openers

Job description

Title: Utility Operator - 2nd Shift

Description:

The Utility Operator sets up, adjusts, maintains and operates various pieces of equipment i.e. automatic glass washers, depyrogenation tunnels, cappers, tray loaders, and automatic bag openers. The Utility Operator is responsible for complying with all cGMPs, SOPs, equipment parameters and safety regulations. This job has no supervisory responsibilities. However, training of others is a requirement.

• Prepares equipment at start of lot.
• Verifies incoming components for correctness using Order Number.
• Set up and operates equipment throughout shift.
• Monitors parameters i.e., machine speed, water pressure, temperature, belt speed, etc. periodically during the shift and records as required per SOPs and cGMPs.
• Clean and clears equipment and work area at the beginning and end of each production run.
• Maintains quality of machine output; including, but not limited to:
  • Reporting manufacturing/component deviations; including, but not limited to, visually defective glassware or components to the area Process Supervisor or designee.
  • Reporting process deviations to area Process Supervisor or designee.
• Completes all required batch record and logbook paperwork.
• Trains individuals on equipment, when required.
• Maintains general housekeeping of equipment and area throughout shift.
• Works overtime as required to support business needs.
• Performs all other duties as assigned by management personnel.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to complete required documentation.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and/or decimals.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Physical Demands: On feet 100% of the time while performing the duties of this job. Requires lifting 5-40 lbs continuously throughout the workday. Requires frequent bending, twisting, pushing, pulling and lifting.

Work Environment: Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. Hearing protection may be required in some areas. The atmosphere in some work areas at times will be warm and humid.

Minimum Requirements: High School diploma or its equivalent.

What We Offer:

• Clean climate-controlled working environment (Operator roles at the top)
• Annual performance bonus potential
• 401k employer match up to 6% of your contributions
• 23 vacation/personal days
• 11 paid Company holidays
• Generous healthcare benefits
• Employee discount program
• Wellbeing rewards programs
• Safety and Quality is a top organizational priority
• Career advancement/growth opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Maternity and Parental Leave