Operations Technician

Company: Ampac Fine Chemicals
Location: Rancho Cordova
Posted on: May 10, 2022

Job Description:

Job Description AMPAC Fine Chemicals is looking for Operations Technicians (Chemical Operators) to join our team at our Rancho Cordova (greater Sacramento), CA location. AMPAC Fine Chemicals is a custom manufacturer of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs, Drug Substances) and registered intermediates for customers in the pharmaceutical industry. Job Duties: The Operations Technician will perform multiple duties related to the production of chemicals using a series if chemical processes in a batch type or continuous process chemical plant. These duties require careful observation and recording of data during all steps of the process. Must have good technical and interpersonal skills to lead, direct, and instruct other employees. Some independent decision making will be required. May also be required to perform other duties in support of the plant activities not covered in another classification, including team participation. Performs a variety of assignments in order to control process and equipment, both manually and with computers. Weigh, measure, and charge into chemical processing equipment a wide variety of chemicals. Operates all process equipment per operating instructions and procedures. Makes required adjustments and changes to operating equipment with tools as required to keep processes flowing. Will be required to change burst discs, remove and clean required valves, configure fittings and hoses, tighten bolts and flanges. Assist maintenance crafts as required under the direction of the primary craft, process equipment for confined space entry, disassemble and assemble minor process equipment for inspection, cleaning or decontamination. Observes and accurately records all process data from instrumentation systems. Cleans all processing equipment per operating instructions. Wears appropriate safety equipment as required. Performs all necessary inspections and procedures to maintain compliance. Duties also include general housekeeping, special cleaning, policing the area and sweeping support of chemical operations. Within the chemical facilities, orders, moves and stages various equipment, raw materials and other supplies in support of chemical operations. May perform general custodial duties in the chemical processing areas, building and grounds. Performs special cleaning in the finished product areas, following detailed cleaning methods and procedures. Education: High school graduate or equivalent Experience: Zero (0) to two (2) years of related experience in manufacturing. Must be willing to work the off-shift including swing shift, grave yard shift, weekends and holidays Hourly pay rate is $26.70 shift differential AMPAC Fine Chemicals offers competitive pay, medical, dental, vision benefits as well as 401k. AMPAC is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics, both state and federal.

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