Production Operator

Job Title Operate and maintain spray drying equipment in pharmaceutical products manufacturing facility. Pay is $20 - $22 per hour depending on experience plus $1.50 differential pay night shift. Essential Functions Understand raw material blending and finished goods packaging functions Be familiar with inventory control procedures and production batch records Be familiar with manufacturing equipment to assure equipment is in good working order Operate the equipment (spray dryer) using the proper cores and orifices and make sure they are cleaned or replaced when necessary Check spray patterns and make corrections when necessary Record equipment readings and product moisture noting any discrepancies Record any problems or peculiarities in the finished product Determine special packaging requirements Sample finished product and test for proper moisture content, color and consistency Make certain the blender always has an adequate amount of product available for drying Oversee the cleaning of the equipment and surrounding areas Responsible for self-involvement, team involvement and execution of tasks relative to achieving annual departmental goals Requirements High School Diploma or equivalent, preferred and 1 to 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment (preferably in the pharmaceutical field) Must have high school level reading, math and comprehension skills Working Conditions Position may require walking/standing for long periods; reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist or lifting Frequent relocating of 100-200 lb. fiber barrels and 55 lb. bags required Exposure to powder and heavy equipment in a loud manufacturing atmosphere Manufacturing environment with exposure to powder mineral products, cleaning chemicals, restricted movement, dirty environment, hazardous materials, lifting and carrying heavy objects In accordance with the OSHA Respiratory Protection Standard (29CFR 1910.134) Balchem employees (Production, Quality, R&D, and Maintenance) are required to successfully complete annual fit testing (clean shaven req.) and medical clearance (respirator medical certification) In addition, when required to wear a respirator, wearers must wear it as they fit tested (clean shaven) Balchem is committed to a workplace culture that values and promotes diversity, inclusion, equal employment opportunities, and a work environment free of harassment and hostility.