Operator II, Microbiology - Onsite, 1st Shift - Ames, IA

Location

Ames, IA (on-site).

Compensation range: $20.00 - $20.00 per hour.

• Reporting to the Area Manager, the Operator II-Microbiology sets up and operates automatic or semiautomatic machines and related equipment in a continuous production/processing operation.
• Monitors meters, gauges, valves, flow ratios, temperatures, pressures, and related controls and guidelines to ensure adherence to production/process specifications.
• Follows engineering drawings, work order information, Manufacturing Assembly Procedures, SOPs, and other written and verbal specifications in the manufacturing process.
• Installs, modifies, moves, troubleshoots, repairs and dismantles machinery and equipment according to requisition established documentation (e.g., SOPs), layout plans, blueprints or other drawings.
• Performs the set-up, calibration, testing, and troubleshooting of circuits, components, instruments and mechanical assemblies.
• Assembles mechanical units, fabricated parts/components and or electrical/electronic systems to make sub‑assemblies, assemblies or complete units using hand tools, power tools, jigs, fixtures and miscellaneous equipment.
• Role includes Machine Operator, Process Operations, Product Assembly, and Production Technician responsibilities.
• Responsible for producing quality products per the build signal.
• Product packaging and handling.
• Machine set‑up and equipment operation.
• Gather materials and set‑up straightforward equipment.
• Maintain quality of products produced according to department standards and visual or dimensional specifications.
• Provide assistance within the department to ensure all chemistries are made in accordance with the schedule.
• Record and maintain quality or traceability information, including final product quality control.
• Comply with company safety policies, including safe operation of equipment, PPE usage, hand tool safety, lock-out‑tag-out, and proper storage of tools.
• Comply with good housekeeping policies.
• Maintain equipment according to work instructions or preventive maintenance tasks; perform minor repair of equipment.
• Accurately perform required computer data entry and work order transactions (LOTS, scrap, Oracle, ARIBA, kanban, DRP, etc.).
• Report complicated equipment malfunctions to mechanics.
• Handle and dispose of chemical and non‑chemical waste, some of which is hazardous and regulated.
• Maintain visual management of part and raw material storage; keep work area clean and organized.
• Work with team members to review load and capacity information to make recommendations to ensure optimum utilization of personnel and or resources.
• Assist in design, implementation and problem solving of new equipment and products.
• Work with manager to suggest and initiate changes to process, machines or procedures that improve safety, quality, delivery or productivity.
• Suggest improvements and support kaizen and VES activities.
• Record and maintain Cell Boards and other visual management tools.

• HS diploma, GED or equivalent required.
• Six months of production experience preferred.
• Six months of mechanical experience, sterile production cleanroom or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to learn machine operations (including set-up and changeover), and or kitting.
• Some areas require the ability to work with manual and or power equipment.

• Generous time off.
• Flexible working hours.
• Professional onboarding and training options.
• Career coaching and development opportunities.
• Health benefits.
• 401(k) plan.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and comprehensive benefits package.

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