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MUST HAVES :

- Candidate should be from a Pharmaceutical / Nutraceutical / Life Sciences / BioMedical company, working as a Machine Operator

- Candidate should be willing to work on weekends when required

- Candidate should be willing to work overtime if needed (please note that overtime for 1st Shift will be prior to the shift beginning)

Job Summary :

- This position is a Production Operator assigned to support Compression. 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.

- Person should be able to operate Sejong & Cadmach compression machines independently (PREFERRED)

There is 2 open position open for Compression.

1 - Morning Shift (7am - 3.30pm)

1 - Evening shift (3pm - 11.30pm)

Job Responsibilities :

- Person should be able to operate Sejong & Cadmach compression machines independently (PREFERRED)

- Execute 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 maintain 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 time to time by department management/designee.

Minimum Requirements :

- Solid mechanical aptitude.

- 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/decent 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.

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