Ligand Manufacturing Operator II

Danaher • Muskegon, MI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Bring more to life. Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology? At Cytiva, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life. Working at Cytiva means being at the forefront of providing new solutions to transform human health. Our incredible customers undertake life-saving activities ranging from fundamental biological research to developing innovative vaccines, new medicines, and cell and gene therapies. At Cytiva you will be able to continuously improve yourself and us – working on challenges that truly matter with people that care for each other, our customers, and their patients. Take your next step to an altogether life-changing career. Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible. The Manufacturing Operator II is responsible for being an active contributor in establishing the site, as we prepare to receive the manufacturing processes from our sister site in Uppsala. The products manufactured on site will range from intermediates to the final resin products used by our customers. This team of operators will move through the production process and have their hands on all parts of the manufacturing process. During the site establishing phase all work will be completed on first shift. When we move to full production the operator role will potentially move to shift-based work. The type of shift work schedule is to be determined. This position reports to the Manger, Ligands and is part of the Ligand Department located in Muskegon, MI and will be an on-site role.

Requirements

• High school diploma, G.E.D, or equivalent; with 3+ years of manufacturing experience
• Works well in a cross functional team
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities quickly
• Ability to travel – Prepared to travel to Sweden for initial training
• Frequently move, lift, carry, push or pull weights up to 30 pounds unassisted and occasionally lift/move weights greater than 30 pounds with assistance
• Ability to continuously stand or walk as well as frequently climb stairs and ladders; squat, stoop, kneel, crouch, turn, pivot and reach; frequently use fingers or hands to grasp, clamp, move, finer, handle, and feel small objects.
• Wear all necessary PPE which could include respirator or air hood.

Responsibilities

• Support and participate in activities to establish manufacturing in Muskegon
• Work with process and production engineers during troubleshooting and continuous improvement activities
• Produce quality products per the standard operating procedures and departmental standards with proper recording and traceability
• Follow company safety policies including PPE usage, lock-out-tag-out procedure, and safe operation of equipment.
• Follow good housekeeping policies

Benefits

• Cytiva, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives.
• Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job.
• Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info .

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees