Process Operator - 2nd Shift
Scientific Protein Laboratories
Summary
Under direct supervision, all activities necessary to manufacture SPL products are performed according to specifications.
Job description
Responsibilities
- Learns, understands and applies cGMP's, Standard Operating Procedures, safety practices and other pertinent material through films, reading and on the job training to produce high-quality products safely.
- Must be able to exercise good judgment to accomplish goals to ensure success while manufacturing a costly product.
- Follows all SPL safety practices and procedures.
- Under direct supervision performs activities necessary to manufacture products. These activities may include but are not limited to rolling heavy drums, washing and sanitizing equipment and work areas, operating forklifts and lifting bags.
- Operate equipment or starts, runs, monitors and shuts down a process.
- Monitors process and advises superiors of any out of specification conditions.
- Adheres to established work schedules in a consistently reliable manner and performs job responsibilities and delivers work products on a dependable and timely basis.
- Assist other departments and performs other duties as assigned by the department manager.
- Must be knowledgeable in the metric system and basic mathematics and be able to use a calculator to perform simple calculations.
- Utilizes good housekeeping practices to ensure work areas are neat and sanitary.
Required Qualifications
- Education: High School Diploma or G.E.D
- Entry-level candidates with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn will be considered
- 2 years of experience in manufacturing, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, food processing, chemical processing, or regulated production environments.
- Ability to follow detailed written Manufacturing Instructions (MIs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and other controlled documentation. Basic understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) and Good Documentation Practices (GDPs), or the ability to learn and apply these standards.
- Ability to work safely with chemicals including acids, caustics, and solvents while following established safety procedures.
- Ability to assemble, disassemble, clean, and sanitize manufacturing equipment.
- Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to varying temperatures, noise levels, and chemical processing operations.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to accurately complete production records and documentation.
- Ability to successfully complete required training and qualification programs.
- Must be able to lift up to 90 lbs.
- Ability to use personal protective equipment as required.
- Schedule: 2nd shift, Monday – Friday, 2pm- 10pm.
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate degree or coursework in Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Chemistry, Manufacturing Technology, or a related field.
- 3+ years of experience in manufacturing, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, food processing, chemical processing, or regulated production environments.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or G.E.D
- 2 years of experience in manufacturing, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, food processing, chemical processing, or regulated production environments
- Ability to follow detailed written Manufacturing Instructions (MIs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and other controlled documentation
- Basic understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) and Good Documentation Practices (GDPs), or ability to learn and apply these standards
- Ability to work safely with chemicals including acids, caustics, and solvents
- Ability to assemble, disassemble, clean, and sanitize manufacturing equipment
- Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to varying temperatures, noise levels, and chemical processing operations
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to accurately complete production records and documentation
- Ability to successfully complete required training and qualification programs
- Must be able to lift up to 90 lbs
- Ability to use personal protective equipment as required
- Knowledgeable in the metric system and basic mathematics
- Ability to operate forklifts
- Preferred: Associate degree or coursework in Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Chemistry, Manufacturing Technology, or a related field
- Preferred: 3+ years of experience in manufacturing, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, food processing, chemical processing, or regulated production environments
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Life & AD&D Insurance
- Short & Long-term Disability
- Health & Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Generous Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- 401(k)
- Advancement Opportunities
Company overview
Scientific Protein Laboratories (SPL) is a leading global supplier of high-quality active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with over four decades of experience in the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry. Founded in 1976 in Waunakee, Wisconsin, the company specializes in cGMP biopharmaceutical manufacturing and is among the largest commercial suppliers of Heparin Sodium USP, Pancreatin USP, and Pancrelipase USP. SPL serves pharmaceutical, veterinary, and food industries worldwide, operating manufacturing facilities in both Waunakee, Wisconsin and Sioux City, Iowa. The company focuses on extracting, isolating, and purifying naturally-derived materials from animal and plant sources, with particular expertise in porcine-sourced starting materials. As a subsidiary of Shenzhen Hepalink Pharmaceutical since 2014, SPL maintains a strong commitment to regulatory compliance and quality assurance, operating strictly in accordance with FDA's cGMP requirements while providing comprehensive regulatory support to its global customer base.