No Relocation Assistance Offered Job Number #164335 - Sanford, Maine, United States **Who We Are** Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name! Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all. **The Operations Associate will assist Production Technicians with maintaining compliance with GMP standards.** **This position will have primary responsibility for maintaining GMP conditions in the Production Area. The Associate works within a structure that requires considerable interaction with others in the same production unit as well as other production units and support functions.** **Responsibilities include:** + **Understanding and being accountable for full compliance with safety and other EOHS requirements including all Quality, GMP, and cleaning standards and guidelines.** + **Inspecting and cleaning all areas of the Making and Finishing areas** + **Maintaining clean surfaces on all tanks and piping** + **Completing daily cleaning check sheet** + **Performs daily housekeeping activities and conducting/participating in area housekeeping assessments as required to meet all GMPs and FDA requirements** + **Removes and disposes of making area waste according to Standard Operating Procedures;** + **Other job functions that may be assigned** **Required Qualifications:** + **High School Diploma or equivalent** + **Ability to lift 55 pounds repeatedly for extended periods of time;** + **Ability to climb stairs and ladders, bend to 90 degrees repeatedly;** + **Must be able to work any shift, weekends and mandatory overtime as needed;** + **Minimum of 0-2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment;** + **Demonstrated competency of Attention to Detail, Work Standards, Initiative and Managing Work.** **Preferred Experience:** + **GMP and/or consumer goods/ pharmaceutical manufacturing experience a plus;** + **Previous manufacturing work team experience preferred;** + **Demonstrated competency in problem-solving/decision making, effective communication, results-oriented, and job fit.** + **Excellent time management skills; organized and self-motivated** **Compensation and Benefits** Salary Range $20,00 - $20,00 USD Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles. Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies. **Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion** Achieving our purpose starts with our people — ensuring our workforce represents the people and communities we serve —and creating an environment where our people feel they belong; where we can be our authentic selves, feel treated with respect and have the support of leadership to impact the business in a meaningful way. **Equal Opportunity Employer** Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdaxk\_eF4utznQoVHlxmL9jVFJbOkM4Oe5CAdKOg-h9EPdLfg/viewform) should you require accommodation. For additional Colgate terms and conditions, please click here (https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/content/dam/cp-sites/corporate/corporate/en\_us/corp/locale-assets/pdf/colgate-terms-and-conditions-2023.pdf) . \#LI-[[filter12]]