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Lyophilization Operator I

301044 Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC
Melrose, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 11/26/2025 CLOSED ON 12/24/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lyophilization Operator I position at 301044 Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC?

Job Summary Responsible for initiating, monitoring and executing the lyophilization cycle for all lyophilized products and initiating, monitoring and executing the Terminal Sterilization cycle for all terminally sterilized products. Responsibility includes but not limited to: preparation of the equipment, operating manual and automatic mechanical systems, executing computer driven programs, troubleshooting equipment, unloading product, maintaining cGMP’s and work with other departments to meet timelines in the production environment. Pay Transparency: $27/hr Responsibilities Operates mechanical equipment to execute each specific product code lyophilization / Terminal Sterilization cycle. Works in an aseptic environment to unload, clean and setup the lyophilizer based on the current Production schedule. Ensures documentation is accurate and complete for each lyophilization / Terminal Sterilization cycle. Monitors the lyophilization cycle by calculating hold times, advancing the cycle through the required steps, observing equipment conditions and adjusting as necessary and documenting on appropriate paperwork. Monitors the Terminal Sterilization cycle by through the required steps, observing equipment conditions and documenting on appropriate paperwork. Troubleshoots mechanical equipment in response to alarms and mechanical failure. Utilizes computer systems to perform equipment sanitization, integrity tests and obtain specific product data. Ensures equipment meets operating specifications for calibration, maintenance and validation. Provides feedback to supervisor and peers about cycle status, equipment condition, and other operational issues that would affect the production schedule or relate to continuous improvement. Performs required microbial monitoring when working in the Aseptic environment. Maintains compliance with company policies, cGMP’s, safety, and good housekeeping practices. Assists as necessary during calibrations, PM’s, audits, inspections, and new product protocols. Forklift operator for Terminal Sterilization production. 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. 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. Fresenius Kabi (www.CaringForLife.us) is a global health care company that specializes in injectable medicines, biosimilars, and technologies for infusion, transfusion, and clinical nutrition. Our expansive portfolio of products and global network of science and manufacturing centers provide essential support for the care of critical and chronically ill patients. With more than 41,000 employees worldwide, our dedicated team is united by our shared purpose: to put lifesaving medicines and technologies in the hands of people who care for patients – and to find answers to the challenges they face. We call this purpose caring for life. Our U.S. headquarters is in Lake Zurich, Illinois and the company’s global headquarters is in Bad Homburg, Germany. Follow us on LinkedIn to learn more: http://bit.ly/3KdaGJr Fresenius Kabi is aware that scammers may attempt to impersonate our recruiters. While we have limited ability to stop these illegitimate efforts, there are some things you can do to protect yourself and not waste time communicating with an imposter. Check the email address – messages from our recruiters will always come from a company account with the Fresenius-kabi.com domain. We have seen imposters send emails using “Fresenius-kaabi.com” which of course includes an extra “a” in “Kabi.” Check our website to see if the position you were contacted about is actually posted. Be wary if someone asks you for personal information. We do not need your driver’s license, social security number, or bank account information before we have made you a conditional offer of employment. Refuse to pay any upfront fees. Fresenius Kabi never charges you a fee to apply for a job at Fresenius Kabi. We will not send you an invoice for equipment (such as a laptop) that we promise to order and reimburse you for once you start working. If you have any questions at any stage of the process, contact us at Careers@fresenius-kabi.com. Do not use any contact information in an unsolicited email. We look forward to talking to you about joining our team.

Salary : $27

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