Utility Operator II

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

JRS Pharma LP is seeking an experienced night shift Dex Utility II Production Operator to join our growing U.S. Cedar Rapids, IA team as a key contributor to our manufacturing operations.  This role plays a vital part in ensuring the safe, efficient and precise production of materials that support our manufacturing excellence.  The production operator is responsible for executing production processes, maintaining quality standards and collaborating closely with teams across production, quality, logistics and planning.  This position upholds JRS Pharma's commitment to precision, compliance and customer satisfaction while driving operational efficiency on the production floor.

At JRS Pharma, we take pride in turning natural, renewable resources into high-quality excipient solutions that advance global healthcare. Our warehouse and logistics teams are the backbone of this mission—ensuring our products are delivered with accuracy, care, and reliability. If you are a proactive, hands-on leader who thrives in a dynamic manufacturing environment and is passionate about optimizing people, processes, and performance, we invite you to join our team.

JRS Pharma is a critical manufacturer of excipient products to the branded and generic drug, over-the-counter, and nutritional supplement industries.  We offer a complete portfolio of formulation solutions for the global life science industry supported by Quality manufacturing and strong technical support. At JRS Pharma, we are dedicated to delivering sustainable and reliable products that meet the highest standards of performance and consistency. We prioritize employee safety and professional development, fostering a family culture of care and responsibility. Through strong corporate governance and a commitment to long-term security and stability, we build lasting partnership with our employees, customers, suppliers, and communities.

JRS Pharma is division of the JRS Group.  Founded in 1878, the JRS Group has over 140 years of history and services numerous industries across all major markets through extensive manufacturing operations, sales offices and R&D centers. 

Job title: Dextrose Utility II

Work Location: Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Division/Department: Production

Reports to: Dextrose Production Manager

• Full-time
• Nonexempt

Position Summary:

The Dextrose Utility II will operate material handling equipment to safely load/unload quality product and Dextrose processing/packaging equipment in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Load, unload, store, and transfer raw materials, finished product, and miscellaneous items ? Operate fork and clamp truck safely
• Assist operator on shift
• Train to be a relief operator for Dextrose operation
• Operate all equipment necessary to properly process and package finished product as defined on Form C507
• Re-stack finished product
• Routinely sanitize and clean plant equipment and facilities
• Maintain accurate and complete records
• Fill in for overtime requirements including operator vacation, sick leave, training and others as needed
• Non-GMO dumping
• Assist in training new Dextrose Utility II personnel
• Effectively communicate with all other team members
• Execute other responsibilities and projects as required 

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Previous production experience in a pharmaceutical or food manufacturing plant
• Proficient computer skills, Microsoft Office / control system experience Physical Requirements:
• Overtime as required
• Should be physically able as job includes a certain amount of lifting and moving (~60 lbs)

Compensation details: 27.11-27.11 Hourly Wage

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