Job Title

PRODUCTION OPERATOR

Requisition

JR000014419 PRODUCTION OPERATOR (Open)

Location

St. Louis, MO

Additional Locations

Job Description Summary

The primary function of a Production Operator is to produce high quality chemicals and pharmaceuticals in a safe and efficient manner.

Job Description

Stage raw materials and packaging components as needed.  Charge raw materials in a safe and timely manner as required by the manufacturing process. 

Monitor the manufacturing process to ensure its safe operation.  Perform sampling procedures as required by the manufacturing process or by supervision as needed.  Fill out batch records, paperwork and log sheets in a timely and legible manner as required.  Package, label and stage finished product materials for shipment.  Attend process, safety, regulatory and environmental training as required.  Take part in cross-functional teams as needed.  Maintain safe work practices and be knowledgeable of regulatory and environmental procedures.  Report unsafe acts, conditions and behaviors as needed.  Follow all plant policies, procedures, and work rules.

REQUIREMENTS:

Education:   High school education or equivalent.  Applicants with college education or technical certification preferred.

Experience:  Minimum of three years’ experience as a chemical and/or pharmaceutical operator or directly related experience/education.  Individuals with experience working in the chemical and/or pharmaceutical industry highly preferred.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:  Knowledge of chemical manufacturing. 

Skills/Competencies:  Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in

writing.

Other Skills:  Must be able to work 12-hour schedule, rotating days and nights.  Must be able to work standard shifts, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd.  Must be able to read, interpret, and document technical information.  Familiarity with and full adherence to cGMP, OSHA, FDA regulations required.  Must be able to lift fifty (50) pounds unassisted, on a regular basis.  Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time while working.  For certain positions, individuals must be able to wear a respirator.  Candidates must successfully pass the standard pre-employment assessment.  Individuals will be subject to extensive security background check, educational, employment, and post-offer physical.  Extensive training will be required to meet all regulatory, safety and security requirements.

Position pays $38.15 per hour.