Washer Operator I - 5th Shift

Fresenius Kabi; Town of Grand Island (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401K with company contribution

Wellness program

Job summary

Fresenius Kabi in New York is seeking a responsible technician for the 5th shift (6 PM–6:30 AM, Sat/Sun plus one weeknight) to operate vial washers and sterilizers. You will load, monitor, and changeover equipment, document batch records per SOPs/GMPs, and maintain safety with proper PPE and waste labeling.

H.S. diploma required; good communication and documentation skills; ability to lift 20 lb vial pans; overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Good communication and documentation skills required.
• Comprehends basic math, reading and basic mechanical adjustments.
• Must be able to lift successive vial pans weighing approximately 20 lbs.
• Must be able to lift, bend, and reach while palletizing vial pans weighing approximately 20 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate and perform the vial washers and sterilizers.
• Load glass and plastic vials onto vial washer infeed and monitor washing progress.
• Perform changeovers of vial washer as required per production schedule.
• Adhere to SOPs/GMPs/safety requirements during daily duties.
• Maintain good documentation practices and restock production supplies.
• Ensure batch record folders are correctly documented and checks are performed per SOP.
• Verify sterilizer cycles according to SOP standards.
• Load applicable sterilizers as necessary.
• Provide support equipment after production runs.
• Perform daily and weekly area cleaning as specified in SOP.

Skills

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Basic math & reading

Lifting capacity 20 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Vial washers

Sterilizers

Job description

Responsibilities

• 5th Shift is 6 PM to 6:30 AM on Saturday/Sunday + 1 Weeknight assigned by supervisor
• Hourly Range: $16.85 - 21.00/hour
• Final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to experience level, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Responsible for the set-up, operation and performance of all vial washers and component sterilizers. Operates all equipment used in these areas efficiently, safely, and consistently.
• Loads glass and plastic vials onto vial washer infeed and monitors performance of washing progress.
• Performs changeover of vial washer as required per production schedule.
• Performs tasks requested by supervision.
• Wears appropriate safety equipment (i.e., safety glasses/shoes).
• Adheres to mid-level gowning requirements.
• Follows all required SOPs/GMPs/safety requirements during execution of daily duties.
• Responsible for good documentation practices.
• Responsible for restocking production supplies.
• Assures that the batch record folder is correctly documented, and that all checks are performed per SOP
• Verify and check the sterilizer cycle according to the SOP Standards.
• Load applicable sterilizers as necessary.
• Responsible for support equipment after the completion of the production run.
• Performs the daily and weekly cleaning of the area as specified in the SOP.
• Accurately separates and labels any waste.
• Overtime as needed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Good communication and documentation skills required.
• Comprehends basic math, reading and basic mechanical adjustments.
• Must be able to lift successive vial pans weighing approximately 20 lbs.
• Must be able to lift, bend, and reach while palletizing vial pans weighing approximately 20 lbs.

Additional Information

• We offer an excellent salary and benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as life insurance, disability, 401K with company contribution, and wellness program.

Please note that joining our team does not create a guaranteed or permanent employment arrangement. All employment is at-will, meaning both the employee and Fresenius Kabi have the right to end the employment relationship at any time, in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

Fresenius Kabi is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, immigration status, disabilities, or protected veteran status.