Senior Production Operator (SPO) 1

Role Summary

The Senior Production Operator I is responsible for the proper operation and maintenance of assigned production equipment. Performing routine preventative maintenance and repair of production equipment, and operation of the equipment during manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Self-motivated with ability to work in a team environment and independently.
• Work in a clean manufacturing environment, requiring special garments to be worn. Demonstrate proficiency in gown/de-gown (i.e. aseptic) process.
• Responsible for the proper operation of production equipment. Perform machine set-up, repairs, adjustments, changeovers, emergency repair/replacement, and preventative maintenance on production equipment per the applicable procedures.
• Interact and interpret data from production equipment computerized control systems and displays.
• Responsible for equipment efficiency, downtime, and scrap rate.
• Adhere to all safety requirements (e.g. PPE, LOTO, etc.) and process step requirements (e.g. SOP, Batch Records).
• Communicate recommendation and plan of action for equipment repair to supervisor.
• Communicate and inform management of all safety and/or quality issues.
• Communicate effectively with team members and management to achieve production deliverables and schedule adherence.
• Support the Integrated Manufacturing Excellence (IMEx) activities (e.g. Continuous Improvement (CI), Standard Work (SW), and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) including tracking metrics.

Qualifications

• Required: Requires High School Diploma (or Equivalent).
• Required: Problem solving mindset.
• Required: Possess necessary mechanical skills to perform the required machine set-up, repairs and adjustments in order to keep equipment operating efficiently.
• Required: Proficiently operate/maintain various standard maintenance tools/equipment including basic hand and power tools, multi-meters, and other mechanical equipment.
• Required: Ability to read, interpret, and perform job duties described in operating procedure, product batch records, and other equipment related documentation (e.g. vendor manuals, P&ID, schematics, drawings, etc.).
• Preferred: Relevant pharmaceutical experience.
• Preferred: Technical school/ Auto Mechanic Program Certificate and/or Industrial maintenance/repair experience.

Additional Requirements

• Stand 8-12 hours per shift, sit 2-4 hours per shift, use computer terminal 1 hour per shift.
• Change into area required garments (i.e. scrubs, shoes, PPE, safety glasses) 2-3 times per shift.
• Work around moving/rotating equipment, work around chemicals, work in hearing conservation area, work on knees or non-standing position occasionally for repairs. Requires physical activity for equipment repair, adjustment and operation of equipment.
• Respond to visual/audible warning and alarm indicators, respond to color or other visual indicators.
• Walk on floors/catwalks, climb stairs/ladders
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• 24x7 operations with a rotating 12-hour shift schedule. Will work alternating weekends and holidays based on A/B shift schedule.
• Typical start/end time:
  • 6am to 6pm (day shift)
  • 6pm to 6am (night shift)
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• No travel required.