Lead Aseptic Prep Operator (Third Shift)

Bausch + Lomb (NYSE/TSX: BLCO) is a leading global eye health company dedicated to protecting and enhancing the gift of sight for millions of people around the world—from the moment of birth through every phase of life. Our mission is simple, yet powerful: helping you see better, to live better.

Our comprehensive portfolio of over 400 products is fully integrated and built to serve our customers across the full spectrum of their eye health needs throughout their lives. Our iconic brand is built on the deep trust and loyalty of our customers established over our 170-year history. We have a significant global research, development, manufacturing and commercial footprint of approximately 13,000 employees and a presence in approximately 100 countries, extending our reach to billions of potential customers across the globe. We have long been associated with many of the most significant advances in eye health, and we believe we are well positioned to continue leading the advancement of eye health in the future.

Key Activities/Responsibilities:

The basic purpose of this position is to provide technical direction in the Aseptic Filling department according to the Standard Operating Procedures, to provide technical guidance through proper selection and training of staff and the work force, to insure adherence to safety, quality, and operational best practices.

• Works inside the APA on an assigned line/Line type and manages the operators assigned to that line. Coaches, develops and mentors employees in areas of responsibility and supports development of employees’ skills.
• Reviews product batch records on the fill line for accuracy of entries, compliance to established limits and product specifications, and verifies presence of all verification signatures.
• Responds to and resolves downtime issues (i.e. equipment issues and component issues).
• Trains and manages employees while assuring employees understand duties, responsibilities, policies and procedures to including product batch record instructions, aseptic technique, and running of the fill line.
• Troubleshoots and investigates product and process failures and documents findings in the form of process issues (PIs) and non-conformances (NCs) for assigned lines. Acts as a driver to find solutions to such issues and ensure appropriate corrective and preventive actions are taken and monitored to prevent recurrence.
• Communicates to management progress of the department, problems, employee actions, new ideas, and all other pertinent information.
• Interfaces with other departments and employees in a professional manner to coordinate the activities and issues that pertain to your production line (schedule adjustments, quality occurrences, etc.)

Scope of Position:

The Working Filling Lead is responsible for controlling the filling line including parameter setup, purging, and running production according to Standard Operating Procedures, Aseptic Technique, Bill of Materials, and Batch Records. Operates the Aseptic Filling Process and equipment to aseptically fill solution product into sterilized bottles. Monitors and inspects product during the filling process and reacts to issues by making machine and process adjustments, documenting issues, and informing the appropriate personnel of mechanical, electrical, and quality issues. Maintains the APA in orderly and aseptic condition by removing culls, documenting inspection of the work area, and performing disinfection activities as directed or required. Supports all functions of the APA as needed.

Qualifications | Training:

Experience:

• Technical knowledge of aseptic filling equipment and all operations necessary to produce sterile products.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, coaching, and teamwork skills. Ability to lead teams to achieve results.
• Ability to quickly learn and effectively navigate computer-based production and quality systems.
• 1-3 years aseptic manufacturing experience or advanced education degree (2 or 4 year).

Preferred Skills:

• Strong Reading and math comprehension
• Good communication skills (written & verbal)
• Good attention to detail
• Demonstrated problem-solving ability
• Ability to be an effective member of a team
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to prioritize work and make informed decisions
• Basic computer skills (i.e. MS Outlook, Excel, web-based applications)
• Desire to advance leadership skills

Shift: 3rd | Monday - Friday (10:30p – 7:00a)

This position may be available in the following location: Greenville, SC

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