Filling & Packaging Operator III (Bulk Filler)

## Position Summary:

This role is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of semi-automatic drum and tote filling processes, including equipment setup, product filling, weight verification, line cleanouts, and compliance with quality, safety, and hazardous waste requirements. The position also supports repackaging activities, maintains accurate production records, ensures equipment and work areas remain clean and compliant, and assists in training replacement operators while following established safety procedures.

HOURS: 6pm - 10:30pm Monday through Friday and overtime as needed

*Shift subject to change based on manufacturing needs and Union bid process

PAY: $25.03 + $0.75 shift differential & bonus

LOCATION: 7405 Page Ave St. Louis, MO

HIRE: Direct, full time, Union

## What You Will Do:

- Performs necessary quality and inventory control data gathering and input in either written or electronic formats.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision, good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Is responsible for the proper daily operation and complete proper set up of the semi-automatic drum filling operation.
- This set up includes all proper tank connections prior to the filling operation and all proper tank and line and machine clean outs following filling operation.
- Is responsible for correctly setting proper weights on filler and insures that containers are properly filled, labeled, coded, capped and palletized in accordance with written packaging instructions or as directed by the supervisor.
- Is responsible for correct hose hook ups and operation of control panels which control proper flow of materials to all semi-automatic drum/tote filling lines.
- Is responsible for meeting schedules and standards as outlined by management.
- Must maintain written and/or electronic records as required by management (i.e. cGMP and ISO procedures).
- Under the direction and monitoring of department supervisor must be capable of training a replacement Bulk Filler, as required.
- Is responsible for keeping equipment and surrounding work area clean at all times.
- Must exercise extreme caution in order to not damage other materials or property while operating moving equipment and must at all times exercise extreme caution for the safety of other employees.
- Performs other duties as directed by Lead or supervisor.
- Is responsible for marking containers of hazardous waste, such as CIP products, etc., as “Hazardous Waste”.
- Is responsible for repackaging operation, as defined by procedure.
- Repackaging operation is responsible for ensuring that obsolete or shipment damaged products, which have no commercial value, which are also hazardous by virtue of ignitability, corrosivity or reactivity, are segregated for disposal by a hazardous waste contractor. Repacking operation is responsible for ensuring that such materials are contained in compatible containers in good condition.
- Must be certain that all openings and closing devices and related equipment are properly secured, and all machine guards in place and lock out/tag out procedures followed.

## Skills, Abilities, and Experience:

Required:

- High School Graduate or equivalent.
- Ability to read and comprehend written instructions, safety warning labels, and machine instruction manuals. Strong attention to detail and ability to follow documented procedures.

- Basic math, writing and data entry skills.
- Effective communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team as well as independently.
- Ability and willingness to work in a chemical manufacturing facility.

Preferred:

- 4+ years of chemical manufacturing experience using liquid filling machinery, pumps, valves, piping, etc.
Specific machine/equipment experience: Pneumatic and electrical pumps, mechanical and electric scales, drum fillers (5, 15, 30 & 55 gallon pail/drym), filters and primemovers.

- GMP and/or GDP experience.
- Previous work experience in a highly regulated (FDA/ISO 9001) facilities.
- Experience with lockout/tagout procedures.

Other:

- May be expected to move, carry, and lift approximately 60 pounds for extended periods of time.
- May be expected to climb heights of approximately 10 feet.
- Stand for long periods of time.
- Good hand/eye coordination.
- Good peripheral vision and manual dexterity.
- Must be able to read scales, dials and gages.
- Must be able to wear personal protective equipment, as required.
- Equipment listed below (Specific Job Requirements) may be used as needed to assist in these Required Competencies. Pneumatic and electrical pumps, mechanical and electric scales, drum fillers, filters and primemovers.
- Filling of 5, 15, 30, 55 gallon pail/drums.
- Washing and filling tote bins.

## What STERIS Offers:

We value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, well-being, and financial future.

Here is just a brief overview of what we offer:

- Market Competitive Pay ($20hr + bonus participation).
- Extensive Paid Time Off and (9 total) added holidays.
- Excellent Healthcare, Dental and Vision Benefits.
- Long/Short Term disability coverage.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Maternity & Paternal Leave.
- Additional add-on benefits/discounts for programs such as Pet Insurance.
- Tuition Reimbursement and continued educations programs.
- Excellent opportunities for advancement and stable long-term career.

Pay rate for this opportunity is $25.03/hour. This position is eligible for bonus participation.

Minimum pay rates offered will comply with county/city minimums, if higher than range listed.  Pay rates are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to local labor market costs, years of relevant experience, education, professional certifications, foreign language fluency, etc.

STERIS offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits portfolio.  Click here for a complete list of benefits:  STERIS Benefits

Open until position is filled.

STERIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity to ensure that persons are recruited, hired, trained, transferred and promoted in all job groups regardless of race, color, religion, age, disability, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state or local law. We are not only committed to this policy by our status as a federal government contractor, but also we are strongly bound by the principle of equal employment opportunity.