Manufacturing Operator II - Ist Shift

Job Title : Manufacturing Operator II

FLSA Classification : Full-Time, Non-Exempt / Hourly Professional

Work Location : Fall River, MA

Work Hours : First Shift : 7 : 00AM - 3 : 30PM (May vary based on business needs)

Reports To : Production Supervisor

Salary Range : $20 - 27 / hr

Purpose :

The purpose of this role is to assist in manufacturing metered dose inhalation (MDI) products in a pharmaceutical manufacturing company.

Multifunctional Role :

This job is a multifunctional role. The primary nature of this job is to serve as a Manufacturing Operator. As a secondary requirement, this position will be expected to provide support to other operational functions to include but not limited to Warehouse Operations, Packaging Operations, and Facilities Operations.

Job Description :

The Manufacturing Operator performs all functions relating to the production of MDI products; consistent with established Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), customer requirements and in conjunction with all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). Incumbents in this position are responsible for the safe and efficient execution of their job duties, while ensuring product compliance to established standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Dispensing raw material and primary packing materials as per work order.
• Ensure the proper planning and execution of batches.
• Monitoring cleaning and sanitation of production area and machinery as per respective SOP during batch to batch and product to product changeover.
• Daily monitoring and recording of production materials and production lines.
• Conducting process checks and recording in batch manufacturing record.
• Controlling machine operations with minimum rejections and maximum outputs while maintaining quality standards within the standard norms.
• Operating equipment and performing necessary maintenance on machinery.
• Safeguard equipment for smooth functioning with co-ordination of engineering for preventive maintenance and calibration.
• Manufacturing and filling of products as per Batch Manufacturing Records and SOP.
• Maintaining inventory of machine parts, tools and accessories.
• Working individually and in collaboration with others as part of a team.
• Coordinating with other departments like packaging, engineering, QA and QC for better planning and execution.
• Sampling as per schedule and in coordination with QA and QC.
• Check and ensure status labels at all stages of manufacturing and filling.
• Identifying and assisting in any corrective actions.
• Perform, check and ensure calibration / verification of instruments, equipment and weighing balances as per schedule.
• Ensuring line clearance during batch to batch and product to product change over.
• Online documentation and timely entries related to manufacturing and filling operations and activities.
• Wearing appropriate PPE as stated in the SOP before entering any processing areas.
• Executing procedures to complete tasks in a safe and efficient manner.
• Performing duties through the proper safe use of equipment, according to Health & Safety procedures and Equipment Manuals.
• Performing other related duties as assigned.

Other Responsibilities :

Training and Safety :

All employees must undergo various training activities at the start of their employment. New training and re-training will occur periodically. Operators may be required cross-train in all areas of the manufacturing operations. Employees must strictly adhere to all safety, health, and environmental guidelines at all times and ensure that all safety precautions are being taken during handling of machines.

Qualifications :

Physical Requirements :

GLOBAL COMPANY

Cipla is a leading global pharmaceutical company, dedicated to high-quality, branded and generic medicines. We are trusted by healthcare professionals and patients across geographies. Over the last eight decades, we have strengthened our leadership in India's pharmaceutical industry and fortified our promise of strengthening our global focus by consolidating and deepening our presence in the key markets of India, South Africa, the U.S., and other economies of the emerging world.

Cipla employs handpicked professionals not just for their knowledge and experience but for their zeal to make a difference to the world of healthcare. The company believes that our biggest assets are the employees, who lead us to prosperity and growth in the future. Driven by the vision, none shall be denied, Cipla's focus has always been on making affordable, world-class medicines with a reputation for uncompromising quality standards across the world.

CIPLA NEW YORK (INVAGEN PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.)

About InvaGen Pharmaceuticals, a Cipla subsidiary InvaGen Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is engaged in the development, manufacture, marketing, and distribution of generic prescription medicines with focus on a range of therapeutic areas, including cardiovascular, anti-infective, CNS, anti-inflammatory, anti-diabetic, and anti-depressants. The company was founded in 2003 and is based in Central Islip and Hauppauge, New York. As of February 18, 2016, InvaGen Pharmaceuticals, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Cipla (EU) Limited.

EEO Statement :

Cipla is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.