Production Associate II (Operator) - overnights

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Full Time Woodstock, IL, US

Woodstock Sterile Solutions (WSS) is the leading North American blow-fill-seal (BFS) sterile contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO). From our 430,000 sq ft advanced aseptic manufacturing facility in Woodstock, Illinois, we leverage 50+ years of BFS technology leadership and our patented cold BFS process to serve clients across ophthalmics, respiratory, biologics, and diagnostics markets. We are committed Proven Excellence. Trusted Solutions.

The Production Associate II is responsible for packaging and inspecting pharmaceutical products in accordance with packaging instructions, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), while adhering to health and safety requirements. This role plays a key part in ensuring accurate line operation, quality output, and cross-team coordination on the production floor.
This position will be scheduled to work Wednesday - Friday and every other Saturday, 5:45PM - 6:00AM, and is eligible for a 15% shift premium for overnights and $2/hour shift differential for the 12-hour shifts.

Monitor and direct employee position rotations on the packaging line

Assist the Team Lead in coordinating on-the-job training (OJT)

Verify material inventory accuracy against paperwork

Perform routine maintenance, set-ups, changeovers, and troubleshooting of packaging equipment as necessary

Count rejects and inspect product for defects

Place packed items in cartons, seal, apply shipper labels, and stack cartons on skid

Inform Technicians of any machine problems

Maintain cross-training across all lines within the assigned quadrant

Maintain effectiveness of Quality System components relevant to the role

Identify, evaluate, and manage risk to ensure product quality; communicate risk policies and processes throughout the organization

Other duties as assigned

High school diploma or equivalent

Minimum of one year of manufacturing experience, preferably pharmaceuticals

Packaging operation experience beneficial

Demonstrated leadership ability

High level of attention to detail

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills; basic mathematical and reasoning ability

Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

Ability to interact effectively across departments and with a variety of individuals

Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form

Comfortable working independently, meeting deadlines, and working under pressure with limited supervision

Familiarity with cGMP and safe work practices

Demonstrated ability to read, write, and speak clear English

Visual acuity of 20/30 (corrected)

Ability to stand for up to 12 hours per day

Frequent sitting, standing, walking, reaching, talking, listening, writing, handling, and grasping

Occasional climbing of ladders/steps, walking inclines, stooping, kneeling, crouching, bending, turning, balancing, and carrying

Frequent lifting/moving up to 20 lbs; occasional lifting/moving up to 50 lbs