Manufacturing Operator

Manufacturing Operator (Multiple Openings) – Athens, GA

We are searching for a Manufacturing Operator to be in Athens, GA.

• Prepare and manufacture active pharmaceutical ingredients, intermediates, and/or medical devices.
• Operate equipment for assembly and processing tasks to produce finished products according to established specifications and standard operating procedures.
• Set up, operate, and clean production equipment used to produce intermediate or finished products for active pharmaceutical ingredients, medical device raw material components, or other products as directed.
• Follow and accurately complete batch records/logs, SAP transactions, and other documentation to ensure compliance with cGMP and SOPs.
• Operate dryers, centrifuges, mills, reactors, water systems, DCS and PLC control systems; respond to alarms and interlocks.
• Transport materials of varying weight using material handling equipment per safety guidelines.
• Perform area safety inspections to identify hazards and report findings following company protocols.
• Maintain quality, safety, and environmental matters by wearing PPE, managing housekeeping, and properly labeling and storing chemicals.
• Complete process sampling requirements according to applicable schedules and techniques.
• Monitor personal and peer behaviors, work environment, and housekeeping for safety compliance.
• Handle controlled substances in compliance with applicable state and local law and company requirements.
• Ensure products are manufactured correctly and remove defects as required.
• Compile records and reports on quality inspection results.
• Perform basic troubleshooting on equipment such as dryers, centrifuges, and DCS/PLC controls.
• Participate in site investigative teams and safety assessments (VSAs, PSSRs, PHAs); correct findings.
• Support the Environmental Management System and partner with the Quality Department to modify procedures and batch logs.
• Assist with internal and external audits and maintaining audit readiness.
• Continuously seek ways to simplify or improve products, services, systems, and processes.

Education: High school diploma or GED.

Required Experience: Minimum of 2 years experience in a related regulated manufacturing industry; must read, write, and understand basic English, have basic math skills, effective communication, and teamwork abilities.

Preferred Experience: Minimum of 6 months work experience in chemical, pharmaceutical, or cGMP environment; operating skills of manufacturing equipment, tools, hand/forklift trucks; knowledge of DCS and SAP systems; basic PC navigation skills.

• Standing, walking, climbing, bending, reaching, and handling objects regularly.
• Ability to work from ladders or platforms up to 30 feet and lift, push, or pull up to 40 lbs.
• Required vision: close, distance, color, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
• Must qualify for respiratory protective equipment use.
• Exposed to extreme heat and cold outdoors.
• Ability to work rotating 12‑hour shifts, including days and/or nights.

• Competitive pay based on experience, night shift differential, and an annual performance bonus.
• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage; competitive 401(k), HSA/FSA, and company‑paid pension plan.
• 120 hours paid vacation, plus 40 hours paid sick leave and 40 hours paid personal leave.
• 2/2/3 schedule with a 3‑day weekend every other week.
• Tuition reimbursement for eligible degree programs.
• $3,000 sign‑on bonus.

• Administrative Support
• Agile Manufacturing
• Assembly Operations
• Communication
• Execution Focus
• Factory Acceptance Test (FAT)
• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Innovation
• Learning Agility
• Manufacturing Processes
• Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT)
• Mechanical Equipment
• Plant Operations
• Process Oriented
• Prototyping
• Repair Management
• Structural Fabrication
• Technologically Savvy

• Administrative Support
• Agile Manufacturing
• Assembly Operations
• Communication
• Execution Focus
• Factory Acceptance Test (FAT)
• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Innovation
• Learning Agility
• Manufacturing Processes
• Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT)
• Mechanical Equipment
• Plant Operations
• Process Oriented
• Prototyping Repair…