Compression Operator II at Amneal Pharmaceuticals LLC (J0P) in Brookhaven, New York

Job Description:

Description:

The Compression Operator II is responsible for the set-up and operation of the compression machine in accordance with Company Standard Operating Procedures and maintaining 100% cGMP & compliance to ensure the production of quality products.

Essential Functions:

• Makes sure the de-dusters are connected with dust collector; connects the metal detectors to the de-duster. Responsible for in-process checks like average weight, thickness, hardness, friability and individual tablet weight, etc.


• Responsible for online documentation in all Compression operations.


• Trains junior operators regarding setting up the machine and making the initial sample.


• Completes breakdown procedure of machine and set up complete machine after “A” cleaning as per PBR using correct tooling. (Dedicated work takes 16 hours to complete, needs to be performed every 15 days for manufacturing same product or as required for change over product.)


• Ensures that Compression operations are performed per SOP, Production Batch Record, safety regulations, and follow all other machine and process instructions given by the Supervisor.


• If tablets are found with defects, adjusts the machine according to the access of machine given to him in presence of Machine Mechanic/Group leader. Learns trouble-shooting during Compression operations.


• Able to understand the room release procedure in order to perform the duties whenever the need arises.


• Checks and verifies filled gravity feed hopper label with room number, product name, product code and number of hoppers in the same batch before bringing near gravity suite of room.


• Abides by Amneal's current rules and regulations regarding day-to-day business activities.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Other duties as assigned.

Education:

• High School or GED General HS Curriculum - Preferred

Experience:

• 2 years or more in With HS/GED Experience in Pharmaceuticals Manufacturing


• 3 years or more in Less than HS/GED- proven related experience in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing environment.

Skills:

• Required to read, write, and communicate in English. - Intermediate


• High school level math and mechanical skills. - Intermediate


• Flexible to work extended hours when required. - Intermediate


• Ability to work as part of a team. - Intermediate


• Attention to detail and accuracy. - Intermediate

Specialized Knowledge:

• High speed Compression Machine clean, set up and efficiently run independently.

The hourly base salary for this position ranges from $19.00 to $25.00.  Amneal ranges reflect the Company’s good faith estimate of base salary that Amneal reasonably believes that it will pay for said position at the time of the posting.  Individual compensation will ultimately be determined based on a variety of relevant factors, including but not limited to, qualifications, geographic location and other relevant skills.  At the heart of our Total Rewards commitment is a comprehensive, flexible and competitive benefits program for eligible positions that enables you to choose the plans and coverage that meet your personal needs. This includes above-market, diverse and robust health and insurance benefits to meet the varied needs of our employees as well as a significant 401(k) matching contribution to help our employees save for retirement.  We also promote employee well-being with programs that helps you enjoy your career alongside life’s many other commitments and opportunities.

Amneal is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of sex, age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, liability for service in the U.S. Armed Forces or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.