Pharma OperatorCambrex

Cambrex


Pharma Operator

US-IA-Charles City

Job ID: 2025-4530
Type: Regular Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Operations
Cambrex - Charles City

Overview

 

Reporting to the shift supervisor, the Reactor Operator will be expected to successfully produce chemical and pharmaceutical products in our manufacturing environment. 

Responsibilities

Operate batch and continuous type reactors, high pressure reactors, centrifuges, filters, solvent distillation equipment and supporting equipment involved in testing, all according to designated procedures. 

   Monitor the equipment; setting controls on valves, vacuums, pumps, pressures, etc., according to designated procedures to achieve desired results. 

Monitors the process variables and makes process control adjustments to maintain the proper process control. Use manual and computer-controlled devices to monitor and control the process. 

   Clean all equipment used (boil, scrape or scrub out) following designated procedures. 

   Assist in training new Pharma Reactor Operators. 

   Drum compounds and hazardous waste; label according to set standards; transport to assigned areas. 

   Assure area is kept clean and all precautions are taken to prevent environmental spills and control discharge to WWTP at acceptable limits. 

   Interpret results and monitor processes using computer-controlled devices. 

   Responsible for safe handling of hazardous materials including loading/unloading trucks, processing, packaging and cleanup of equipment. 

   Responsible for completion of all operation log books in Pharma area. 

   Troubleshoot production line and equipment problems in a safe and effective manner. 

   Assist lab personnel with implementing new processes or process changes 

   Complete line entry, confined space, and hot work permits.  

   Assist in writing and updating process procedures and SOP’s. 

   Adhere to all EPA, FDA and cGMP regulations as they relate to the operation of the chemical production facility. 

   Take samples for in-process and Quality Control analysis. 

   Perform laboratory tests on process samples and act on results. 

   Assume duties of Reactor Operator Chem I/II

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 3 or more years of experience in a manufacturing environment or related business

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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