Operator 1, 2nd shift

Colorcon
Indianapolis, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 2/24/2024 CLOSED ON 4/22/2024

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Operator 1, 2nd shift

Colorcon® is a world leader in the development, supply and technical support of formulated film coating systems, modified release technologies, specialty excipients and functional packaging for the pharmaceutical, nutritional, and animal health industries. Our best-in-class products and technologies are complemented by our extensive formulation experience, application data and value-added services to support all phases of solid oral dose design, development, and manufacture.


Our focus on market issues and technology development has earned Colorcon an international reputation as a pharmaceutical supplier of choice. That reputation is based on superior product quality, unparalleled technical support, extensive regulatory assistance and reliable supply from multiple locations, with our Global Headquarters located in Harleysville, Pennsylvania.


Colorcon has 26 technical service laboratories globally and more than 2100 employees exclusively dedicated to its customer base.


We are a successful company thanks to our diverse workforce and global reach. We believe that our operating principles define our culture, values and organizations and are key to achieving our mission and vision, strategies and goals.

Platinum Rule: We treat others the way we want to be treated

Empowerment: We trust our colleagues with responsibility and decision-making

Keep Getting Better: We create an environment for constant improvement, to be the best we can

Teamwork: We embrace the value of collaboration; work together to exceed what is possible as individuals

Customer Focus: We put our customers’ needs at the heart of everything we do

Global Respect: We are citizens of a diverse world and behave with respect for the communities in which we operate

Our People Enjoy a Wide Offering of Employee Benefits, including but not limited to:


  • All employees are eligible to participate in our company-wide bonus program
  • Employees have the choice between three medical plans
  • 100% company-paid Dental Insurance for all employees and their qualifying dependents
  • Optional Vision Coverage
  • Fitness and Wellness Programs
  • Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
  • Corporate Social Responsibility Groups (CSR)
  • Parental Leave
  • Tuition Reimbursement; up to $8,000 per calendar year
  • 401(k) Company Matching
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays


Colorcon is committed to maintaining a diverse workforce and an inclusive and equitable work environment. This includes all employment-related decisions and business dealings on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, religion, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.


Position Summary

The Operator 1 works in our production areas and is responsible for manufacturing quality products efficiently, accurately, safely, and on time. This position will receive substantial guidance and training in the operations of the Indianapolis Plant and the assigned production process and equipment.

Responsibilities & Duties

  • Complete training on the following (where applicable):
    • GMP
    • Forklift & Pallet Jack – within 6 months of hire
    • Finished goods packaging and fill weighting
    • Process Monitoring
    • In-Process testing
  • Clean various equipment including
  • Vessels
  • Parts
  • Mixers
  • Package Finished Goods using packaging equipment
  • Operate the production process and make adjustments as needed.
  • Start up and shut down production line.
  • Monitor manufacturing process and make process adjustments according to process control plan
  • Clean and disinfect work areas by sweeping, mopping, cleaning equipment with bleach and caustic detergents, dismantling and reassembling equipment, entering confined spaces to sanitize equipment, and removing waste from facility to dumpster.
  • Complete daily cleaning tasks & check sheets
  • Operate various equipment and instrumentation safely, according to procedure and with little supervision. Equipment may include, but not be limited to pellet mills, mixers, blenders, PLC's, dryers, pumps, filter baghouses, pumps, forklifts, hand trucks, extruders, water systems, chemical feed systems and shakers.
  • Adhere to safety and quality protocols including, but not limited to wearing hairnets, beard nets, safety glasses, plant dedicated lab coats, proper safety shoes, covering and protecting exposed materials
  • Document all batch sheet data and cleaning logs using cGMP quality standards
  • Stage finished products to shipping or finished product transfer point


Required Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.
  • Proficient math skills, reading comprehension skills, mechanical aptitude and dexterity.
  • Ability to comprehend detailed written instructions and procedures.
  • Must possess the physical ability to lift and move 50 lbs. on a regular basis.

2nd shift (rotating 12 hour shift), $18-20/hour (depending on experience)

Location: 3702 E 21st St. Indianapolis IN 46218

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