Process Technician ; Chemical Operator - 2nd shift

Overview

Process Technician 1 will conduct activities associated with the GMP Kilo and Pilot Plant se activities include material handling, equipment maintenance, utilities operations and chemical process support.

• Basic knowledge of manufacturing equipment operations including batch reactors, filters, dryers and pumps.
• Move material between the warehouse and the process suites.
• Basic knowledge of equipment and facility maintenance for the GMP and large-scale production areas. Basic ability to clean equipment and manufacturing facility.
• Work with scientific staff to complete chemistry projects.
• This position works with and handles hazardous materials and wastes s person has the appropriate qualifications to read, understand, apply and communicate written and verbal information regarding handling and managing hazardous wastes. Training is required within six months of assuming duty and once a year thereafter.
• Responsible for recognizing emergency situations concerning hazardous materials and wastes.

• Hazardous materials handling experience: flammable liquids, compressed gases, toxic solids.
• Writing skills for procedures and reports.
• Basic chemical processing skills: weighing, calculations, GMP documentation, vacuum and pressure operations
• Forklift and other basic material handling experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 3 or more years’ experience in a GMP Chemical Pharmaceutical pilot plant environment preferred.
• 5 or more years’ experience in a chemical manufacturing plant preferred.
• Some active work, exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or the amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. The daily work is performed is primarily in a production setting. Walking and standing are required regularly.
• Use of ladders and roof access may be required.
• Position also requires visual acuity, talking and fingering.
• Involves regular use of basic PPE (personal protective equipment) such as supplied air respirator, negative pressure respirator, gloves, safety glasses, shielding clothing.
• Involves hazards typical of a chemical manufacturing environment, including flammables and toxic materials, heavy item movement, and large machinery operation.

All requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Cambrex Corporation is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), ancestry, national origin, place of birth, age, marital status, disability/handicap, genetic information, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state, and/or local law.