Manufacturing Operator - 3rd Shift
PL Developments
Summary
The Manufacturing Operator is responsible for supporting daily processing operations by setting up, operating, and monitoring manufacturing equipment to ensure products are produced safely, efficiently, and in compliance with batch record specifications. This role maintains accurate documentation, performs routine troubleshooting, ensures product quality, and upholds cleanliness and safety standards.
Job description
Work Schedule: Sunday - Thursday 10:00 pm - 6:30 am
Position Responsibilities
- Reports process or equipment problems to supervisor; performs general troubleshooting.
- Ensures batch records, equipment logbooks, and other relevant records are current; performs batch record reconciliation.
- Sets up and operates equipment for processing operations.
- Cleans and maintains processing rooms and equipment.
- Monitors process and equipment and make necessary adjustments to maintain batch record specifications.
- Monitors product quality.
- Follows established department SOP's and batch record instructions; assists in SOP and batch record revisions.
- Complies with all Company policies and procedures, including safety rules and regulations.
- Performs additional duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements
Incumbents in this class are subject to regular and/or routine periods of sitting, standing, walking, stooping, and climbing, visual acuity to monitor and/or read, communicating orally with Company management, peers and co-workers, and occasional periods of moving or lifting a minimum of 35 pounds. Work is performed in a manufacturing environment with noise levels varying from moderate to loud depending upon machinery usage. Work performed may require the use of a respirator and incumbents may be subject to a Pulmonary Function Test (PFT) to determine eligibility for fit testing.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- One (1) year of work experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
- Record keeping and basic math skills.
- Use of different units of measurement (i.e. weight, size, volume).
- The ability to read, write and speak English.
- Clear and concise communication, both orally and in writing.
- The ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
Benefits
- Medical & Dental Benefits
- Vision
- 401(k) Matching
- Group Life Insurance
- Flex Spending Accounts
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Tuition Assistance
- Corporate Discount Program
Company overview
PL Developments is a leading American manufacturer, packager, and distributor of over-the-counter pharmaceutical products and consumer healthcare goods, founded in 1988 and headquartered in Westbury, New York. The company operates more than 1 million square feet of state-of-the-art pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities across the United States, with operations in Miami, Florida; Clinton, South Carolina; Los Angeles, California; and Westbury, New York. PL Developments specializes in producing private label store brand equivalents for major national retailers, offering over 450 unique products across multiple healthcare categories including pain relief, cough and cold medications, digestive health items, vitamins and supplements, and diagnostic products. The company employs approximately 1,100 people and maintains strict FDA compliance and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) across all its facilities. PL Developments serves nearly every major retailer in the United States, including Walmart, CVS, Walgreens, Target, Costco, and Dollar General, providing high-quality, affordable alternatives to national brand products. The company has expanded its capabilities through strategic acquisitions, including Aaron Industries for liquid dose products and Health-Chem Diagnostics for point-of-care diagnostic products, positioning itself as a comprehensive solution provider in the consumer healthcare market.