Operator

Avantor is looking for an Operator to perform manufacturing activities by adhering to a defined set of procedures and standard outputs to ensure consistent production quality.

This position reports to the Production Supervisor and is based out of our Paris, KY location.

How you will thrive and create an impact:

• Adhere to all safety precautions and PPE (personal protection equipment) requirements while completing the assigned duties in a safe manner.
• Work on automated lines, placing empty bottle on converter, placing filled bottles in case, and stacking cases on pallet.
• Work on automatic side stations, ranging from 4liter bottles, 5gal pails, and 55gl drums.
• Manage side stations filling from drum jacks.
• Take particle count samples and run particle count tests.
• Keep accurate production records.
• Monitor and assist assigned packaging operations.
• Works with the Quality Assurance Department to understand, recognize and rectify quality issues. Has the authority and responsibility to stop the line and notify QA of a contamination event.
• Comply with all cGMP requirements.
• Manage hazardous and universal waste according to local, state and federal regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned with or without accommodation.

What we're looking for:

• Education:
• A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience:
• 1 - 3 years of related experience in a manufacturing facility, preferable a chemical plant.
• Additional Qualifications:
• Demonstrated mechanical ability.
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and problem analysis skills.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills including the ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
• Strong basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division).
• Critical decision-making skills and multi-tasking ability.
• RCRA Training.

Working Conditions:

• May be exposed to both extreme heat and cold. Typical production area: occasional noise, heat, fumes and dust.

Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.

The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.

We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

EEO Statement:

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at recruiting@avantorsciences.comand let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

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