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Operator 1, 1st and 2nd shift Colorcon ® is a world leader in the development, supply and ... chemical feed systems, forklifts (bulk dispense requirement only), hand trucks, and sieves. • ...

Operator 1, 1st and 2nd shift

West Point, PA · On-site

$17 - $22.25/hr

Position Summary The Operator Level 1 works in our production areas and is responsible for ... chemical feed systems, forklifts (bulk dispense requirement only), hand trucks, and sieves. Adhere ...

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Operator 1, 1st and 2nd shift

Colorcon

West Point, PA • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 24 days ago


Colorcon rating

9.4

Company rating: 9.4 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Operator 1, 1st and 2nd shift
Colorcon® is a world leader in the development, supply and technical support of formulated film coating systems, modified release technologies, specialty excipients and functional packaging for the pharmaceutical, nutritional, and animal health industries. Our best-in-class products and technologies are complemented by our extensive formulation experience, application data and value-added services to support all phases of solid oral dose design, development, and manufacture.
Our focus on market issues and technology development has earned Colorcon an international reputation as a pharmaceutical supplier of choice. That reputation is based on superior product quality, unparalleled technical support, extensive regulatory assistance and reliable supply from multiple locations, with our Global Headquarters located in Harleysville, Pennsylvania.
Colorcon has 26 technical service laboratories globally and more than 2100 employees exclusively dedicated to its customer base.
We are a successful company thanks to our diverse workforce and global reach. We believe that our operating principles define our culture, values and organizations and are key to achieving our mission and vision, strategies and goals.
Platinum Rule: We treat others the way they want to be treated
Empowerment: We trust our colleagues with responsibility and decision-making
Keep Getting Better: We create an environment for constant improvement, to be the best we can
Teamwork: We embrace the value of collaboration; work together to exceed what is possible as individuals
Customer Focus: We put our customers' needs at the heart of everything we do
Global Respect: We are citizens of a diverse world and behave with respect for the communities in which we operate
Our People Enjoy a Wide Offering of Employee Benefits, including but not limited to:
  • All employees are eligible to participate in our company-wide bonus program
  • Employees have the choice between three medical plans
  • 100% company-paid Dental Insurance for all employees and their qualifying dependents
  • Optional Vision Coverage
  • Fitness and Wellness Programs
  • Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
  • Corporate Social Responsibility Groups (CSR)
  • Parental Leave
  • Tuition Reimbursement; up to $8,000 per calendar year
  • 401(k) Company Matching
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays

Colorcon is committed to maintaining a diverse workforce and an inclusive and equitable work environment. This includes all employment-related decisions and business dealings on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, religion, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
Position Summary
The Operator Level 1 works in our production areas and is responsible for manufacturing quality products efficiently, accurately, safely, and on time. This employee is responsible for completing training to enhance understanding of tasks to be performed through our Online Learning Module (OLM) system. This position will receive substantial guidance and training in the operations of assigned department.
Responsibilities & Duties
• Manufacture dispersion products according to dedicated Work Instructions (WI) and following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Including but not limited to:
o Bulk and partial dispensing of raw materials.
o Loading, processing, and packing out of products.
o Cleaning and disinfecting of suites, equipment, and work areas.
• Push, pull and transfer mobile equipment to various locations in the production area.
• Operate various equipment and instrumentation safely, according to procedures. Equipment may include, but not be limited to blenders, bead mills, grinders, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), pumps, chemical feed systems, forklifts (bulk dispense requirement only), hand trucks, and sieves.
• Adhere to all safety and quality procedures.
• Wear the appropriate level of personal protective equipment required for each manufacturing task.
• Document all batch sheet, WI, and cleaning logs information accurately using Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) quality standards.
• Stage finished products to finished product transfer point.
• Complete training on the following (where applicable):
o Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
o Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) standards and policies.
o Manual and electric Pallet Jacks.
o Forklift (Bulk Dispensing requirement only).
o Identification of raw materials and storage practices.
o Daily reporting of shift work completed.
o OLM testing for production areas trained in.
Requirements
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 1 year manufacturing or production experience, preferred.
• Proficient math skills, reading comprehension skills, mechanical aptitude, and dexterity.
• Ability to comprehend detailed written instructions and procedures.
• Must be able to discern colors.
• Possess the physical ability to lift and move 50 lbs. and push or pull up to 1000 lbs. repetitively.
Looking for both 1st and 2nd shift. Both shifts work a 4-day 10-hour schedule
1st shift: Monday-Thursday 5AM to 3:30PM
2nd shift: Monday-Thursday 3PM to 1:30AM
Location:
420 Moyer Blvd
West Point, Pennsylvania, 19486
United States
Colorconparticipates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your FormI-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. IfE-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer isrequired to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contactDepartment of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA)so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any actionagainst you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only useE-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
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