Production Operator

Education:

High School Diploma or GED required

Experience:

Experience in biological production or manufacturing preferred.

Ability to safely operate forklifts

Basic math and record keeping skills

• Operate bioprocessing equipment including centrifuges, filtration systems, and environmental controls.

• Perform routine testing such as protein content, pH, conductivity, and clarity.

• Record data, perform calculations, and follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

• Package, label, and palletize finished goods in compliance with quality standards.

• Assist in maintaining a clean, safe and organized work environment. Perform basic maintenance and clean-up activities as follows:

  • Routinely clean processing equipment

  • Properly disposing of waste and waste materials

  • Log and report equipment cleaning tasks

  • Check seals, tightening conditions or replace gaskets under supervision

• Coordinate with Quality Assurance to submit and track product samples.

• Accurately complete required production and quality documentation.

• Support shift leads and supervisors in process improvements.

• Operate forklifts and/or pallet jacks as required.

• All other duties as assigned.

• Attention to detail and ability to follow written procedures.

• Basic understanding of biology, chemistry, and scientific principles.

• Comfortable using computers, equipment interfaces, and basic software (Microsoft suite)

• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team.

• Knowledge and ability to:

• Abide by basic regulatory compliance requirements (cGMP, FDA, USDA, ISO9001)

• Perform basic math calculations

• Implement all safety techniques and mandated rules and regulations in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Physical Demand Summary: Maximum frequent waist to floor lift of 20 lbs.; Maximum occasional waist to floor lift of 55 lbs..; Maximum frequent above shoulder lift of 20 lbs.; Maximum occasional bilateral carry of 55 lbs.: Maximum occasional horizontal push/pull force of 65 lbs. of force; Maximum occasional vertical push/pull force of 40 lbs. of force; Occasional to Frequent grasping of 55 lbs. of force; Maximum Occasional to Frequent 2-point/3-point/lateral pinching of 5/8/10 lbs. of force; Occasional fine motor coordination; Frequent forward/lateral reaching; Occasional above shoulder reaching; Occasional sitting; Frequent standing; Frequent walking; Frequent stair climbing; Occasional ladder climbing; Occasional stepping; Occasional squatting; Frequent bending; Occasional stooping; Occasional twisting; Occasional crawling.

This job requires the mental capabilities to understand job functions, Standard Operating Procedures and safety procedures as required by job duties. The employee must be able to understand and follow established procedures for fractionation, separation, liquid handling, process and personnel flow, and be able to adhere to Standard Operating Procedures without deviation. Understanding written/oral instruction, record data, communicate with co-workers, and perform high-school level math and chemistry calculations and understand basic scientific principles is a must.

Working conditions vary, the major portion of the job duties occur in a controlled-temperature indoor environment (60-70 degrees Fahrenheit) in a manufacturing process area, including product handling, packaging and equipment cleaning materials. The manufacturing floor has controlled access, lab coats or uniforms and aseptic requirements (hairnets, shoe covers, gloves as necessary). There will be exposure to many different chemicals used during processing and clean up, high noise levels, moving machinery/equipment, climbing on heights, moving throughout the building to different processing areas, some exposure to splashing liquids and dust, and concrete floors. May be required to operate computer, copier, printer, and fax machines as necessary.