Manufacturing Operator
$38,480–$42,640 year
On-siteBaudette, Minnesota, United States
Job Summary
Assist with material handling, setup, operation, and breakdown of manufacturing equipment while performing cleaning and sanitation according to SOPs and GMP requirements. Accurately document activities in batch records and standard operating procedures, inspect products during operations to ensure quality standards, and follow written and verbal instructions with high accuracy. Maintain personal hygiene and wear required PPE, including hearing protection when applicable. Operators II and III independently operate moderately complex equipment and troubleshoot process issues, with Operator III roles including mentoring less experienced team members. Schedule includes 1st shift Monday through Friday from 7:30am to 3:30pm or 2nd shift from 3:15pm to 11:15pm with an additional $1.25 per hour differential. Starting wages range from $18.50 to $26.00 hourly based on level and experience, supplemented by a $2,500 sign-on bonus for full-time hires.
Required Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs and perform physical tasks on the manufacturing floor
- Ability to perform repetitive tasks with consistent attention to detail and quality
- Basic communication and interpersonal skills for effective teamwork
- Willingness to learn and grow in a regulated manufacturing environment
- 2–3 years of relevant experience in manufacturing or pharmaceutical operations
- Working knowledge of GMP and accurate documentation practices
- Ability to independently operate moderately complex equipment
- 4–6 years of experience operating pharmaceutical manufacturing or packaging equipment
- Proven ability to troubleshoot, guide others, and make process decisions independently
- Strong knowledge of GMP regulations and complex equipment handling
- 1st Shift – Monday through Friday – 7:30am to 3:30pm
- 2nd Shift – Monday through Friday – 3:15pm to 11:15pm
Desired Qualifications
- 0–2 years of relevant experience or training
- Willingness to learn and grow in a regulated manufacturing environment
- 2–3 years of relevant experience in manufacturing or pharmaceutical operations
- Working knowledge of GMP and accurate documentation practices
- Ability to independently operate moderately complex equipment
- 4–6 years of experience operating pharmaceutical manufacturing or packaging equipment
- Proven ability to troubleshoot, guide others, and make process decisions independently
- Strong knowledge of GMP regulations and complex equipment handling
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