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Pharmaceutical Operator 2nd shift

Bayer


Job Location:

Myerstown, PA - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 26 - 39
Posted: 4 September 2026 (17 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 2 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Pharmaceutical Operator 2nd shift

At Bayerwerevisionaries driven to solve the worlds toughest challenges and striving for a world where Health for all Hunger for none is no longer a dream but a real it with energycuriosityand sheer dedication always learning from unique perspectives of those around us expanding our thinking growing ourcapabilitiesand redefining are so many reasons to join to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real differencetheresonly one choice.

Operator Pharmaceutical (2nd shift 3:00 PM 11:20 PM)

Perform necessary tasks to plan and manufacture high quality products on time and in the right quantitiesin accordance withsite policies and practices.

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Ensure safe work environment by following all safety procedures workplace standards and company guidelines and ergonomic rules including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) standard operating procedures (SOPs) applying to a particular process or area Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) Occupational Safety and Health Administration requirements (OSHA) Lockout Tagout.

  • Work with the other pharmaceutical operators and supervisors in assignedareatoestablishpriorities and meet the production schedules outlined by team and/or Supervision.

  • Maintain clean and organize workareaandparticipatein safety improvement dispose of wasteproductand containers.

  • Dispense componentsoperate clean set-up changeover andmaintainequipment and rooms to manufacture andmaintainprocess equipment which may include but not limited to tanksfiller pumps blenders mills presses coating pans etc.

  • Assistwith technical troubleshooting and preventive maintenance tasks as needed and actionto safely reduce equipment setup and changeover times;Initiateand establish equipment operating parameters to maximize production while meeting all product specifications.

  • Ensure product quality by performing in-process checkscomplying withcGMPs being alert for unacceptable quality of incoming and outgoing materialsinitiatingquality improvements andparticipatingon quality improvementprojects; Communicatequality and other non-compliance issues to supervisionin a timely manner.

  • Accurately record on the appropriatedocumentsthe process/manufacturing steps production results equipment in-process checks samplings cleanings ingredients used and any other required cGMP daily production sheets and time sheets forteam.

  • Review and approve work output for team members by using validated methods.

  • Perform work on personal computer (i.e. Business Operating Systems read and respond to electronic mail in a timely manner Microsoft Softwareetc); Complete maintain and update production documentation (both electronic and paper) to perform material movements material take-outs and yield determinations by following SOPs and utilizing systems as required such as Systems/Applications/Products (SAP) Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) Electronic Batch Records (EBRs) etc.

  • Operate motorized and non-motorized material handling equipment for assigned stocking operations as well as stand up and sit downforktrucksas needed.

  • Take ownership of training and learning to develop high performance competencies such as technical skills communication skills and skills to build a team-oriented culture (i.e. take ownership of training records for self-development and submit to supervision in timely manner training team members motivating and supporting team members sharing knowledge to continuously improve the process etc.).

  • Cross train and train other pharmaceutical operators on equipment and processes as needed.

  • Inform department Administrative Assistant when to order supplies as needed.

  • Coordinate theutilizationof outside contractors and vendors as needed.

  • Participate in on-going medical surveillance programs asrequired.

  • If assigned to Turret Cleaning/Assembly/Maintenance area of manufacturing:

  • Continuously develop technical skills and abilities tooperateand maintain tablet press equipment taking ownership of the Turret Management process across a 3 shift (24 hour) operation.

  • Troubleshoot and diagnose tablet press equipment issues and perform preventive maintenance tasks.

  • Take actionto safely cleantabletpress as well as reduce equipment setup and changeover times with tablet press.

  • Initiate andestablishtablet press operating parameters to maximize production while meeting all product specifications.

  • Perform other duties as trained and assigned.

WHO YOU ARE

Bayer seeks an incumbent whopossessesthe following:

Required Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or GEDrequired.

  • Must be willing to work overtime asrequired based on production demands.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • At least 6 months experience using motorized & non-motorized material handling equipment.

  • At least 6 months experience using automated inventory system isrequiredorequivalentcomputer systems (i.e. SAP MES Microsoft Software etc.)

  • Good written and verbal communication skills in English.

  • Physically able tooperatea forklift truck; forklift truck ability to successfully changeover/set upmultiple pieces of packaging or manufacturing equipment and troubleshooting skills.

  • Demonstrated ability to work safely in a production environment.

  • Demonstrated ability to read/interpret/follow instructionsin regard toworkplace documentation such as SOPs Operator Manuals Work Instructions etc.

  • Good mathematical aptitude in addition subtraction multiplication division & metric system.

  • Experience working in a Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) or standard operating procedures (SOP) environment experience.

  • Good PC Skills including use of e-mail attaching documents to using electronic databases and on-line tools (i.e. but not limited to Lotus Notes database Employee Self-Services on-line tools automated inventory tracking systemetc).

  • If assigned to Turret Cleaning/Assembly/Maintenance

  • Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as an effective team member to support schedule attainment demands including prioritizing and time management skills

Employees can expect to be paid an hourly rate between $26.48-$39.72. Additional compensation may include a bonus or incentive compensation (if relevant). Additional benefits include health care vision dental retirement PTO sick leave etc. This salary range is merely an estimate and may vary based on an applicants location market data/ranges an applicants skills and prior relevant experience certain degrees and certifications and other relevant factors.

This posting will be available for application until at least 9/15/26

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YOUR APPLICATION

Bayer offers a wide variety of competitive compensation and benefits programs. If you meet the requirements of this unique opportunity and want to impact our mission Health for all Hunger for none we encourage you to apply now. Be part of something bigger. Be you. Be Bayer.
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Location:United States : Pennsylvania : Myerstown
Division:Consumer Health
Reference Code:883008
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We address some of the world's most pressing global challenges and continue to develop new solutions. The population is constantly growing and its age is increasing. That is why it needs better medicines and high-quality food in sufficient quantities. Learn more about it here.

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