Specialist- Operations (US)

The Opportunity:

Avantor is looking for a dedicated and experienced Operations Equipment Specialist. Under close supervision, performs a variety of functions including fabrication, assembly or testing in the production of electrical, mechanical, or other components/devices manufactured or assembled in a clean-room environment. Operates appropriate equipment in performing the functions. Assists in setting up work stations and follows written or verbal process specifications in completing all assignments.

This role will be a full-time position base out of Solon, OH

What we're looking for:

• Education: High School completion or equivalent (GED).
• Experience: 8 years equivalent experience in production in a cleanroom environment.
• Preferred qualifications: Experience interpreting engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing.
• Experience working in a maintenance mechanic.

Who you are:

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Perform duties with the highest regard for safety and quality.
• Ability to be trained on and adhere to all cleanroom protocols.
• Understand and follow site protocols, policies, and procedures.
• Be flexible, forward- thinking, motivated, and can act independently.
• Able to lift 50lbs minimum.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office with proficiency in Word and Excel.
• Problem-solving skills.

How you will thrive and create an impact:

• Responsible for building, cleaning, and packaging of various Single-Use assemblies per Engineering Process Records (EPR), drawings, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE's) and report all near miss and first aid events.
• Responsible for following cleanroom protocols and cGMPs to maintain ISO Class 7 environment.
• Be an activate participant in the continuous improvement process and follow appropriate change control procedures.
• Escalate potential process and/or product deviations to prevent scrap, rework, and customer returns.
• Daily organization (6S) and cleanliness of work area and common areas.
• Assist with the inventory accuracy by properly returning unused parts and components to stock in sealed bags with part number and lot traceability.
• Participate and work within ISO 9001:2015 quality standards guidelines in all manufacturing areas in accordance with company quality goals.
• Meet internal manufacturing schedules which drive on-time delivery.
• Complete and sign off EPRs for each operation completed during the assembly.
• Complete assemblies within the allotted time stated on the work order.
• Instill a "build it right the first time" mentality.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Environmental Working Conditions & Physical Efforts (Under Typical Positions)

The work environment characteristics and physical effort described here are representative of those associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Typically works in a production/clean room environment with adequate lighting and ventilation and a normal range of temperature and noise level.

The associate is required to stand and walk for the majority of the working day. The physical requirements of the job are for associates to talk, hear, bend/stoop, squat, crawl, climb height, reach above shoulder height, crouch, kneel, balance, and push/pull. Furthermore, the job requires associates to lift/carry/push or pull up to 50 pounds with or without assistance. Associates use both hands for repetitive actions such as grasping and manipulating as well as both feet for repetitive movement operating foots controls. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.

The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.

We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

EEO Statement:

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

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