Raw Material Dispensing Operator I (2nd Shift)

Sun Pharma is the world’s fourth largest generics company with presence in Specialty, Generics and Consumer Healthcare products. Supported by more than 40 manufacturing facilities, we provide high-quality medicines, trusted by healthcare professionals and patients, to more than 100 countries across the globe. Over the last two decades, Sun Pharma has established itself as a leading player in the generics market in the U.S., and we are rapidly ramping up our presence in the specialty branded market with a focus on dermatology, ophthalmology and onco-dermatology. 

Job Summary:

To perform dispensing of raw materials for manufacturing as well as warehouse functions.

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 2nd Shift - 3:00pm-11:30pm

Area Of Responsibility:

Under extensive supervision:

• Ensure compliance to SOP’s and cGMP’s.
• Adhere to the Safety and Health programs and policies.
• Adhere to Facility and Dispensing gowning procedures.
• Ability to follow Batch Card and proper documentation practices.
• Promptly carry out assignments given by Team Lead/ Supervisor.
• Perform cleaning procedures as outlined in SOP.
• Perform API/ Filler calculations as required per Batch Card.
• Stage raw material and dispensed material in their proper locations.
• Perform daily scale standardizations.
• Dispense material as required by the Process Order Record per Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Ability to detect and correct documentations errors.
• Report any discrepancies/ anomalies found in the dispensing area.
• Ensure work areas are clean, orderly and stocked with supplies.
• Understanding of environmental condition requirements.
• Adhere to relevant health and safety (OSHA) rules and regulations at all times.

Work Conditions:

Environmental related to manufacturing/production/warehouse environments:

• Noise: Sufficient noise, either constant or intermittent, to cause marked distraction or possible injury to sense of hearing.
• Fumes: Smoky or vaporous emissions, usually odorous, thrown off as the result of combustion or chemical reaction.
• Odors: Unpleasant smells.
• Gases: Examples include carbon monoxide and ozone.
• Dust: Airborne particles of any kind, such as textile dust, wood, and silica.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, push, and bend.

• Must be capable of bending and lifting, moving and/or carrying up to approximately 50 - 75 pounds.
• Must be able to move pallets/equipment weighing about 100 -300 pounds using suitable moving equipment such as pallet jacks / Hi-Lo.
• Must have the ability to stand, ambulate and reach as required by job duties while navigating the office, lab, warehouse, and/or plant floor working environments.
• Must have the ability to wear applicable personal protective equipment utilized at the site, including but not limited to respirators, safety glasses/goggles, and safety shoes.

Travel Estimate: Up to 0%

Education and Job Qualification:

• Minimum of High School/Trade School/Vocational School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.

• Limited knowledge in performing essential Dispensing Equipment setup and SAP functions.
• Limited troubleshooting skills.

• Basic knowledge of cGMP and other pharmaceutical regulatory requirements.
• Basic knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety procedures.
• Good Math and computer skills including MS Office and warehouse management systems (SAP).
• Good Interpersonal/communication skills.
• Good problem-solving skills/attention to detail.
• The requirement for English language proficiency for this job role is Basic – A2 (comparable to Global CEFR Basic A2) level based on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

Experience:

• Entry level position, previous experience not required. 
• Experience on fork truck operations and use a plus.

The presently-anticipated base compensation pay range for this position is $20.00/hr to $21.84/hr. Actual base compensation may vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to geographical location and experience. In addition, this position is part of the Annual Performance Bonus Plan, and may be eligible for the Long Term Incentive Plan. Employees are eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs which include medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; disability insurance; 401(k) savings plan; flexible spending accounts; and the employee assistance program. Employees also receive various paid time off benefits, including vacation time and sick time.

The compensation and benefits described above are subject to the terms and conditions of any governing plans, policies, practices, agreements, or other materials or documents as in effect from time to time, including but not limited to terms and conditions regarding eligibility. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company, or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees as assigned to this job. Nothing herein shall preclude the employer from changing these duties from time to time and assigning comparable duties or other duties commensurate with the experience and background of the incumbent(s).

We provide equal employment opportunities for all current employees and applicants for employment. This policy means that no one will be discriminated against because of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, nationality, citizenship, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, affectional or sexual orientation, military or veteran status, generic predisposing characteristics or any other basis prohibited by law.

Notice to Agency and Search Firm Representatives:

Sun Pharmaceuticals (Sun) is not accepting unsolicited resumes from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting. Resumes submitted to any Sun employee by a third party agency and/or search firm without a valid written & signed search agreement, will become the sole property of Sun. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired for this position as a result of an unsolicited agency or search firm referral.