Production Worker - 2nd shift

Manufacturing Operator

Work Schedule: Second Shift (Afternoons)

Environmental Conditions: Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), No contact lens allowed; prescriptive glasses will be provided, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Standing for full shift, Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.), Warehouse

Job Description

Role Summary: Performs manufacturing operations in Betapure/IPC with guidance and increasing proficiency while following SOPs and standard work. Supports adherence to safety, quality, and ISO 90001 requirements while contributing to a culture of compliance. Performs first-piece and in-process inspections and applies stop-at-defect practices to prevent errors. Maintains accurate documentation and traceability of work performed. Escalates issues impacting safety, quality, or delivery to supervision. Participates in Practical Process Improvement (PPI) initiatives while building technical skills and cross-functional knowledge.

Key Responsibilities

Manufacturing Operations:

• Operate production equipment in accordance with SOPs, work instructions, and safety guidelines
• Monitor equipment performance and notify supervision of issues impacting operations
• Perform basic equipment setup and changeovers following established procedures
• Support production output to meet established safety, quality, and productivity targets
• Stop production and escalate when conditions pose a risk to safety, quality, or compliance

Quality & Compliance:

• Perform first-piece and in-process inspections in accordance with defined procedures
• Ensure products meet established quality standards and escalate discrepancies
• Apply stop-at-defect principles and follow escalation procedures
• Accurately label materials and support traceability of production activities
• Complete required documentation and recording of production/quality data accurately in compliance with ISO 9001 integrity requirements

Equipment & Maintenance:

• Perform routine equipment checks and basic preventative maintenance tasks
• Identify and report equipment or process issues to appropriate personnel
• Support maintenance and engineering teams during troubleshooting activities

Safety & Work Environment:

• Follow all Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) policies and procedures
• Maintain a clean, organized, and inspection-ready work area (5S)
• Consistently utilize required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Contribute to a safe and team-oriented work environment

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent required

Experience:

Required:

• Minimum of 1 year of work experience in a manufacturing, operations, production, lab setting or related field
• Basic math skills including use of formulas, decimals, and fractions

Preferred:

• Experience in ISO 9001 environment
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Experience with production equipment and quality testing

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing or controlled cleanroom environment
• Ability to stand and walk for an 8-hour period while performing repetitive tasks
• Safely handle materials and operate equipment within defined environmental conditions
• Lift, carry, push, and pull materials or equipment up to 50 lbs as required
• Maintain workstation organization to support safety and operational flow
• Consistently wear required PPE and follow all safety and gowning protocols
• Adhere to cleanroom standards, including proper gowning, hygiene, and contamination control practices

Compensation and Benefits:

The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in Connecticut is $17.71–$26.56.

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

• A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
• Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
• At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
• Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
• Employees' Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount