Job Title: Fill Operator I - 1st Shift
Location: Bedford, Ohio
Job Type: Full-time
Req ID: 10825
About Us: As a developer, manufacturer, and supplier of essential medicines,
Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. and its affiliates’ purpose is to put better
health within reach, every day for millions of patients around the world. We are
a trusted, reliable partner and dependable source of over 760 high-quality
generic, specialty and branded pharmaceutical products that hospitals,
physicians and pharmacists need to treat their patients across North America,
the Middle East, North Africa and Europe. Through our global footprint of 30+
manufacturing plants, 8+ R&D centers, and 9,000+ empowered employees, we are
committed to making high-quality medicines accessible to the people who need
them.
JOB PURPOSE
The Filling Operator I will be responsible for the full spectrum of duties in
controlled Parts Preparation, Compounding/Formulation, and Filling. This job has
no supervisory responsibilities.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
* Regular and predictable onsite attendance and punctuality.
* Maintains curriculum gowning qualifications.
* Ability to perform all job duties using acceptable aseptic technique.
* Ability to perform job duties in one or two of the following areas of
manufacturing to include:
* Parts and production preparation to include use of Parts Washer and
Autoclave.
* * Dispensing of excipients and API in preparation for compounding.
* Sets up and operates Compounding/Formulation tanks and equipment.
* Sets up & operates automated filling and support equipment such as
filler/isolator, filter and glove testing.
* Completes applicable paperwork and logbook entries for compounding and
filling rooms in accordance with approved procedures.
* Follows all written procedures for operation of the compounding and fill
rooms.
* Performs clean-up of equipment and room, including walls and floor, as
necessary.
* Collects samples, performs fill weight checks and other quality checks as
necessary.
* Assists with or performs preventive maintenance tasks on compounding and
filling equipment, such as inspection and cleaning of machine parts, as may
be required.
* Refers process issues to Supervisor or designee
* Informs supervisor of maintenance and/or safety issues.
* Works overtime with short notice when production requires.
* Performs all other duties as determined by management personnel.
QUALIFICATIONS
* Minimum: High school diploma or equivalent.
EXPERIENCE
* Minimum: Minimum of 1 (one) year experience operating production equipment.
* Preferred: Prior aseptic technique training and working in a clean room
environment.
SKILLS
Language Skills:
* Good oral and written communication skills are essential. Must be able to
document process issues in a clean, concise manner in accordance with cGMPs
and SOPs
* Ability to read and interpret written documents such as safety rules,
operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
* Ability to complete required documentation such as production batch records.
Mathematical Skills:
* Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using
whole numbers, common fractions and/or decimals.
Reasoning Ability:
* Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions
furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
* Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in
standardized situations.
Physical Demands:
* While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand
for long periods of time and must be able to lift 30 lbs. This job requires
frequent bending, twisting, pushing, pulling, and lifting. Use of Sanitizing
agents to maintain cleanroom environment.
* Filling Operator I must work in areas totally gowned with mask, hood,
coverall and gloves. The conditions are difficult to work in. At times the
environment can be confining. The noise level is moderate to loud. Use of
hearing protection may be required. The use of sanitizing agents to clean
area may be moderately disagreeable.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those
an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to
perform the essential functions.
Compensation:
Hourly Rate: $21.00 per hour. The compensation for this position will be
determined during the interview process and will vary based on multiple factors,
including, but not limited to, work location, prior experience and job-related
knowledge, relevant skills and expertise, current business needs, and market
factors. The Talent Acquisition team can provide more details about the specific
salary range for the job location during the hiring process.
What We Offer*:
* Annual performance bonus, commission, and share potential
* Auto enrollment in a Hikma-sponsored 401(k) program at a pre-tax contribution
rate of 3% of eligible pay. Hikma will match 100% of the first 6% of
eligible pay that you contribute
* A generous paid time off (PTO) bank starting with 20 days (prorated based on
hire date). Additional days granted upon reaching work milestone
anniversaries
* 3 personal days (prorated based on hire date)
* 11 company paid holidays
* Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, mental health,
disability, life insurance, prescription drug coverage, and a variety of
voluntary benefits
* Employee discount program
* Wellbeing rewards program
* Safety and Quality is a top organizational priority
* Career advancement and growth opportunities
* Tuition reimbursement
* Paid maternity and parental leave
*Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and depend on the job
classification, role, and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change
as well as specific plan or program terms.
Recruiters:
Please note that Hikma has a set roster of approved recruiters for specific
roles agreed to in advance and does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from
third-party recruiters or employment agencies regarding open positions. In the
absence of a signed agreement and approval from Hikma’s Human Resources
department to submit resumes for a specific position, Hikma will not approve,
nor will be under an obligation to make, any payment to such non-approved
third-parties in the event a candidate they refer is hired by Hikma.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment
decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic
origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability,
protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.