Production Operator - C Shift - AL

Summary: CooperVision is a company that specializes in the manufacturing of contact lenses. They are seeking a Production Operator to perform various functions associated with the fabrication of contact lenses in a team manufacturing environment, ensuring cleanliness and organization of work areas while participating in quality improvement initiatives. Responsibilities: - Once fully trained, the Production Operator 2 is required to perform any number of the processes required of the Production Operator 1 - Responsible for ensuring the cleanliness and organization of work areas using 5S procedures, as well as helping to train other operators on 5S - May operate specialized equipment necessary for specific product groups (e.g., toric generator lathing and more sophisticated metrology equipment) - When the required, actively participates on Lean and Six Sigma teams - When required, assists coordinator and/or technicians in managing workflow - Demonstrates the capacity and desire to participate on and lead teams - As business needs dictate, works extended hours to complete daily department goals or tasks to include mandatory overtime - Performs other duties as needed/assigned Required Qualifications: - Exhibits good communication skills – verbal, written, and comprehension of the English language - Demonstrates the potential to lead a team as well as the desire for personal and professional continuous improvement - Excellent understanding of and compliance with all SOP's, regulatory requirements, and cGMP's - Requires full understanding of Food & Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), and the consequences of not following them - Required to read and understand Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) - Follows appropriate safety and equipment maintenance procedures - High School diploma or GED required Preferred Qualifications: - Manufacturing experience preferred - Experience with medical device manufacturing and/or packaging in an FDA compliant or similar regulated environment preferred - Associates degree preferred Required Skills: Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Food & Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), 5S procedures, Lean, Six Sigma, Medical device manufacturing, Continuous improvement Benefits: This position is eligible for a 15% shift differential, This position may also be eligible for other types of compensation and benefits.