Operator 1, 3rd shift Lake

Colorcon® is a world leader in the development, supply and technical support of formulated film coating systems, modified release technologies, specialty excipients and functional packaging for the pharmaceutical, nutritional, and animal health industries. Our best-in-class products and technologies are complemented by our extensive formulation experience, application data and value-added services to support all phases of solid oral dose design, development, and manufacture.

Our focus on market issues and technology development has earned Colorcon an international reputation as a pharmaceutical supplier of choice. That reputation is based on superior product quality, unparalleled technical support, extensive regulatory assistance and reliable supply from multiple locations, with our Global Headquarters located in Harleysville, Pennsylvania.

Colorcon has 26 technical service laboratories globally and more than 2100 employees exclusively dedicated to its customer base.

We are a successful company thanks to our diverse workforce and global reach. We believe that our operating principles define our culture, values and organizations and are key to achieving our mission and vision, strategies and goals.

Platinum Rule: We treat others the way they want to be treated

Empowerment: We trust our colleagues with responsibility and decision-making

Keep Getting Better: We create an environment for constant improvement, to be the best we can

Teamwork: We embrace the value of collaboration; work together to exceed what is possible as individuals

Customer Focus: We put our customers’ needs at the heart of everything we do

Global Respect: We are citizens of a diverse world and behave with respect for the communities in which we operate

Our People Enjoy a Wide Offering of Employee Benefits, including but not limited to:

• All employees are eligible to participate in our company-wide bonus program
• Employees have the choice between three medical plans
• 100% company-paid Dental Insurance for all employees and their qualifying dependents
• Optional Vision Coverage
• Fitness and Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Corporate Social Responsibility Groups (CSR)
• Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement; up to $8,000 per calendar year
• 401(k) Company Matching
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
  
  

Colorcon is committed to maintaining a diverse workforce and an inclusive and equitable work environment. This includes all employment-related decisions and business dealings on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, religion, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Position Summary

The Operator, Level 1 works in our Lake production areas and is responsible for manufacturing quality products efficiently, accurately, safely, and on time. The Operator, Level 1 is responsible for completing training to enhance understanding of tasks to be performed through our OLM system. This position will receive substantial guidance and training in the operations of assigned department.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Manufacture Lake products according to dedicate Work Instructions (WI) and following Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s). Including but not limited to:
• Bulk dispensing and conveying of raw materials
• Loading, processing, and packing out of products
• Cleaning and disinfecting of suites, equipment, and work areas, including disassembly, and reassembling of equipment
• Entering of confined spaces
• Transfer totes, tubs, and other mobile equipment to various locations in the production area.
• Operate various equipment and instrumentation safely, according to standard operating procedures.
• Equipment may include, but not be limited to blenders, grinders, PLC's, dryers, filter presses, pumps, chemical feed systems, forklifts, and electric pallet jacks.
• Adhere to all safety and quality procedures
• Document all batch sheet, WI, and cleaning instruction information accurately using Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) quality standards
• Stage finished products to finished product transfer point.
• Complete training on the following (where applicable):
• cGMP’s
• EHS standards and policies
• Forklift & Pallet Jack
• Adherence to SOPs and Compliance concepts
• OLM testing for one core area of Lake Plant manufacturing:
  
  

 Dry Side

 Wet Side

 Spray Dryer

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 1 year manufacturing or production experience, preferred.
• Proficient math skills, reading comprehension skills, mechanical aptitude, and dexterity.
• Ability to comprehend detailed written instructions and procedures.
• Must also be able to discern colors
• Possess the physical ability to lift and move 50 lbs. and push or pull up to 1000 lbs. repetitively
  
  

Location:

415 Moyer Blvd

North Wales, Pennsylvania, 19486

United States

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