Job Summary:

This position is a Production Operator assigned to support coating. This is an hourly laborer and individual contributor role that will report to a Front-Line Supervisor. This position may be based at the Company’s manufacturing units in Hauppauge or Central Islip, New York.

Job Responsibilities:

· Person must be able to know how to operate pharmaceutical production machinery independently.

· Execute procedures for manufacturing processes in accordance with batch manufacturing record (BMR) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) requirements.

· Perform machine changeovers, cleaning and set up as per SOPs. Ensure the proper area & equipment cleanliness and setup in stipulated time.

· Prepare a room and equipment for line clearance, replace room filters, Ensure verification and calibration of balance/scale and check pressure differential for the rooms.

· Ensure line clearance before initiating manufacturing activities in each area.

· Receive/transfer material from/to dispensing/manufacturing storage and check dispensed materials/final mix blend/compressed tablets and labeling as per BMR.

· Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as stated in the SOP/BMR before initiating process.

· Able to operate applicable equipment independently as per area of operation.

· Troubleshoot and make appropriate adjustments to equipment to maintain product/BMR specifications.

· Ensure adherence to quality standards during all stages of the manufacturing process.

· Complete manufacturing documents on time, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

· Responsible for training on all relevant SOPs and always maintaining compliance with related SOPs and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) in the manufacturing process.

· Perform duties through the proper, safe use of equipment, according to Health & Safety procedures and Equipment Manuals.

· Flexible to work extended hours, to achieve manufacturing schedule when needed.

· Should maintain discipline and comply with company policies and procedures.

· Should perform entire duties as communicated from time to time by department management/designee.

Minimum Requirements:

· Solid mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.

· Minimum of 2 years of experience working in industrial environments such as pharmaceutical manufacturing and related settings.

· Must have excellent communication skills.

· Must be able to clearly communicate in English (verbally and in writing).

· Positive, professional attitude toward work and willingness to cooperate with co-workers and supervisors.

· Must be able to work different shifts as per organizational requirement and should be flexible for working additional hours such as overtime and weekends.

Physical Requirements:

· Should not have any restriction to work with powder containing active pharmaceutical ingredients.

· This position requires the ability to do heavy lifting / bending frequently.

· Long periods of standing up/walking during the working hours; ability to ascent/descent ladders; and able to lift to 35 pounds.

· Must be able to move pallets/equipment weighing about 200 – 300 kgs using suitable moving equipment like pallet jacks.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift

Application Question(s):

• Email Address?
• Best number to reach?
• Do you have coating experience in manufacturing industry?
• How many years of experience do you have in pharmaceutical industry?

Work Location: In person