Operator

Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition Job

To operate and control process equipment and systems in the production of pharmaceutical grade amino acids.

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent is required. Technical School training or additional Bio-works is preferred. Chemical processing experience is preferred.

Mechanical aptitude with the ability to perform simple mathematical calculations. Ability to read and accurately interpret instructions from operational manuals. Effective verbal and written communications skills. Strong interpersonal skills with a desire to drive results. Ability to work with a team and individually. Ability to work 12-hour shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays. Ability to operate and effectively use equipment such as forklift.

This position may perform activities in an environment that contains hazardous elements and requires safety awareness and adherence to all safety policies and guidelines. Work must be performed in a safe manner for personal protection and for the protection of other team members. All safety procedures, procedures described in SOPs, BPRs, and support the compliance of applicable ISO standards in all functional areas must be followed, enforced, and strictly complied with.

Position requires the ability to stand for a minimum of 3 hours per day; sit, walk, bend over, and reach above head for a minimum of an hour a day; lifting or carrying of up to 50 pounds occasionally and repetitive use of hands/arms for writing and computer work.

Obtain and maintain an understanding of what each part of the clean process is and does while learning the flow of the clean process Learn and apply theory behind clean process

Efficiently and timely carry out assigned tasks in support of productivity for the team, department, and process

Assist team members when workload permits or when all assignments have been completed

Actively participate in daily housekeeping tasks by keeping work areas clean and organized, and completing assigned monthly housekeeping tasks

Retain information provided by trainer and apply learned knowledge to assigned tasks

Read, understand, and follow SOP's and direct instruction from trainer, foreman, and associate manager

Practice open communication with team regarding any production issues or challenges beyond your trained skill level

Learn and execute required documentation according to cGMP and company polices

Other duties as assigned

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions for this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned.

Salary Range: 22.00

Ajinomoto is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis protected by state, federal, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.