Industrial Chemical Filler Operator II

Position Summary:

This person is responsible for more advanced setup and operation of liquid filling andpackaging lines, including troubleshooting and performing complex mechanical adjustments. They ensurecompliance with quality standards, maintain detailed production records, and assist in training new operators.

• Shift:

• 2pm - 10:30pm Monday through Friday* (overtime based on business needs)*

• Shift subject to change based on Union Bid System

• Pay:

*$23.59 $0.75 shift differential bonus **paid bi-weekly*

• Location:

• 7405 Page Ave. St. Louis, MO

• Hire:

• Direct, Full Time

What You'll Do:

• Daily set up and operation of the complete filling and packaging line, consisting of thebottle in-feed, unscrambler, labeler, bottle filler, bottle capper or plugger, cap torquer, Videojet code dater,check weigher, bar coder, case sealer, and other equipment and conveyors associated with the line.
• Notify supervisor or other authorized personnel of the need for packaging supplies or othermaterials for the packaging line.
• Responsible for correct hose hookups and operation of control panels which control the flow of materials tothe packaging line.
• Expected to meet production schedules as outlined by supervision and for keeping written records asrequired.
• Under the direction and monitoring of department supervisor is responsible for the training of a replacementoperator.
• Set up and minor maintenance of all filling line equipment and will assist Maintenance asnecessary.
• Proper filling, weighing, capping, sealing, casing labeling and coding of all products, including powders, liquids, solids, creams, lotions, and pastes.
• Setup and adjustment of equipment when changing over various size containers on thefilling lines.
• Adjustment of weights for various size containers on the filling lines.
• Turning in a written/electronic record of daily production along with other appropriatedocumentation as required by management (i.e. cGMP and ISO procedures).
• Keeping equipment and surrounding work area clean at all times.
• Marking containers of hazardous waste, such as Cal Stat washout liquid, etc., as “HazardousWaste”.

Skills, Abilities, & Experience:

Required:

• High School Graduate or equivalent.
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions, safety warning labels, and machine instruction manuals.
• Basic math, writing and data entry skills.
• Must be capable of performing proper palletization of finished or unfinished products and storing them in theproper place as designated.
• Exercise extreme caution in order to not damage other material or property while operating movingequipment and must at all times exercise extreme caution for the safety of other employees.

Preferred:

• 3 years of experience working with liquid filling machinery, pumps, valves, piping and cGMP’s.
• Previous experience working in a chemical manufacturing environment.
• Experience working in FDA or other regulated industry.

Other:

• May be expected to move, carry, and lift approximately 60 pounds. May be expected to climb heights ofapproximately10 feet. Stand for long periods of time.
• Good hand/eye coordination.
• Good peripheral vision, manual dexterity, able to read scales, dials and gages,able to wear personal protective equipment as required.
• Equipment listed below (Specific Job Requirements) may be used as needed to assist in these RequiredCompetencies.
• Performs necessary quality and inventory control data gathering and input in either written or electronicformats.
• Ability to work minimal supervision, good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Specific Job Requirements:- Automatic liquid filling machine, pumps, filters, scales, sealer, capper, valves, captorquer, hoses, videojet coding equipment and monitoring components to the line, monitoring all liquid fillingline equipment, make hook ups from different lines, routine mechanical adjustments to filling line equipmentand during line change over.

What STERIS Offers:

We value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that supports yourhealth, well-being and financial future. Here is a brief overview of what we offer:

• Extensive hands-on training and development.
• Growth opportunities within STERIS.
• Competitive pay and quarterly paid incentive opportunity.
• Medical, vision, dental, life insurance, 401(k) with a company match after 45 days.
• Paid vacation time and (9) holidays.
• Parental Leave after 1 year.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program.
• Additional add-on Benefits like Pet Insurance.

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Liquid Fill Pumps and Equipment