Be a part of a global team where what we do matters! At Epredia, we recognize that our talented employees are vital to our success. Our team is dedicated, our work is rewarding – both personally and professionally – because what we do matters.  

We seek talented individuals who will contribute to and thrive in our collaborative, diverse, fast-paced environment while demonstrating a commitment to our core values, People, Customer, Results, Continuous Learning, and Innovation.  

People – We win as a team.  

Customer – We deliver customer-centric solutions.  

Continuous Learning – We learn and always aim to be better.  

Innovation – We innovate every day.  

Results – Results matter for all of us. 

Job Title: Operator II, Manufacturing - 2nd Shift

Position Overview: Our values reinforce our culture of collaboration, growth mindset, and how we serve our customers.

• The Operator II, Manufacturing position is responsible for all tasks associated with the operation, inspecting and packaging of finished goods, including but not limited to; performing all required quality checks to include visual inspection of parts for defects (fill levels, packaging and others); completing production operations work orders accurately to include filling, capping, labeling, packaging and cleaning.
• The Operator II, Manufacturing will also be responsible for performing equipment set-up and change over, basic preventative maintenance, cleaning of equipment, work area and facility while complying with all safety and regulatory requirements.

Location: This is an on-site position based out of our Kalamazoo, MI facility.

What you will do: ​

• Applies Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) principles in all areas of responsibility
• Provide support to meet department and company objectives
• Participate in Practical Process Improvement (PPI), 5S, and other continuous improvement and lean projects
• Comply with safety and regulatory regulations, policies, and procedures
• Wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required
• Exercise proper lifting, bending, and twisting techniques
• Maintain a safe, organized, and clean work area
• Conduct all activities in a safe and efficient manner

• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including respiratory protection, in accordance with safety procedures

• Complete required documentation accurately for production, quality, and operational records

• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and training guidelines to perform assigned tasks

• Complete required job-related training and apply the training to daily production and operational activities

Qualifications & Skills:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Ability to lift, push, and/or pull up to 50 pounds required
• Experience working in chemical manufacturing, production, or regulated environments preferred
• Experience following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions, or batch records in a manufacturing or laboratory setting preferred
• Experience performing production tasks such as filling, capping, labeling, packaging, or equipment operation preferred
• Experience documenting production or quality activities using paper-based or electronic systems preferred
• Experience using basic computer systems for data entry, log-in/log-out, and navigation of production or quality systems required
• Experience performing basic mathematical calculations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division required
• Ability to read, write, and understand English to complete required documentation and follow work instructions required
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including respiratory protection, as needed required
• Ability to work assigned shifts, including overtime, based on business and production needs required

Company Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits are effective on the first day of employment
• Paid Time Off – Eligible to accrue up to 3 weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO), pro-rated based on start date
• Paid Holidays
• 401(K) Retirement Plan – Company Matching Contribution up to 6%
• Annual Incentive Bonus Plan – eligible to participate to earn additional compensation
• Starting compensation is $19.00/hour
• Shift Premium for 2nd and 3rd shift employees

TO ALL RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:  Epredia does not accept unsolicited third-party resumes.
 

Building an Inclusive Culture: We are a company that brings the best people together and leverages their varying backgrounds, ideas, and points of view to invent on behalf of all customers. We are committed to equal employment opportunity for all individuals, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other protected classes which may exist under applicable federal, state or local law.