Manufacturing Technician

Operations Specialist

Location: Port Allen, LA
Pay: $18.00 - $20.82/hour
Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM; Friday, 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM as needed
Duration: 6-month contract with potential for permanent hire

Position Overview

We are seeking an Operations Specialist to join our production team in Port Allen, LA. In this role, you will support daily manufacturing operations while ensuring compliance with FDA regulations, current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), company policies, and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Complete all required training, including GMP, safety, and company procedures.
• Perform daily production tasks, including:
  • Cylinder preparation
  • Bake-out
  • Blow-down
  • Filling
  • Packaging of finished drug products
• Execute the daily production schedule and communicate any schedule changes with Production Leads and Quality Assurance.
• Stage materials and maintain proper segregation, documentation, and safety practices.
• Follow Production Batch Records and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure cGMP compliance.
• Procure components and materials needed for manufacturing operations.
• Monitor inventory levels to help prevent production interruptions.
• Review production logbooks for accuracy and completeness.
• Perform equipment cleaning and preventive maintenance.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Assist with additional production activities as needed.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).

Preferred

• PTEC degree.
• Technical background in Chemistry or Compressed Gases.
• Two or more years of manufacturing experience.
• Experience working in an FDA-regulated manufacturing environment.
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to train and support team members.

Benefits (employee contribution):

• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Rate of pay within the stated range will depend on the qualification of the applicant.