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Perrigo Perrigo Company is dedicated to making lives better by bringing high quality and affordable self-care products that consumers trust everywhere they are sold. Help us do it. Perrigo is a leading supplier of store brand self-care nutrition products. These include infant and toddler formulas, pediatric and adult nutrition drinks, and electrolyte solutions. For more than 20 years, store brand formulas have been fed to more than seven million babies in this country. Like the big-name brands, store brand formulas are clinically studied and offer complete nutrition for baby’s first year. Our FDA-inspected infant-nutrition facilities are in Vermont and Ohio, U.S.A. Dairy ingredients are sourced from leading dairy markets across the United States, Canada, and New Zealand. The Vice President of Operations - Perrigo Vermont & Ohio - will be responsible for site management and organizational leadership to meet or exceed customer requirements, increase profit margins, and pursue profitable growth. This leadership position helps create and support a positive work environment and organizational culture that allows all employees to engage in our mission. “To make lives better by bringing quality, affordable, self-care products that consumer trust everywhere they are sold.” Responsibilities include: Managing all Vermont and Ohio infant formula operations to ensure financial and business goals are established, agreed and met, employee relations are maintained/enhanced, and a culture of continuous improvement is maintained/enhanced. Delivering overall customer service that exceeds customer expectations. Supporting and establishing growth initiatives. Managing costs to establish and build on competitive advantages. Utilizing Lean Sigma to reduce variation by shortening cycle times, improving service and lowering costs. Supporting our performance management platform to increase site strength and increase personal and professional growth. Ensure manufacturing and packaging operations comply with cGMP and Quality standards and continues to shape and encourage a committed Quality and Compliance minded environment and culture. Ensure sites comply with all local, state, and federal regulatory requirements. Ensure that safety and environmental policies and procedures are established and maintained in compliance with statutory obligations and best practice. Ensuring that a health, safety and environment culture is supported at all levels and regular monitoring of policies, procedures and practices takes place. Requirements include: 15 years’ experience in operational roles of increasing responsibility with at least 5 years’ experience in a GMP regulated environment. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Demonstrated knowledge of lean / continuous improvement principles. Strong verbal / written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills. Strong Infant Formula or powder drying experience required. Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status. PI117466450

Perrigo Perrigo Company is dedicated to making lives better by bringing high quality and affordable self-care products that consumers trust everywhere they are sold. Help us do it. Perrigo Nutritionals, in Georgia, VT is looking to add an Infant Formula Packager to their Manufacturing team. The shift for this position is 6:00 pm–6:12 am requiring shift, weekend, and holiday work (when applicable). Job Summary Exhibits the ability to control and monitor all positions within the Packaging Department, including Quality Assurance (QA), role with competence. Maintains necessary documentation for each position assigned. Performs required quality checks in accordance with current Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and Work Instructions. In addition, the Infant Formula Packager must secure a walk-behind forklift license. Must maintain ability to perform all positions within the Packaging Department. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Machine/Manufacturing Operation: Efficiently operates within established parameters all automated equipment within the department. Informs Packaging Supervisor of unusual situations but resolves minor problems without supervision. Consistently follows Good Manufacturing Practices while maintaining an efficient, clean, and neat work area. Identifies and recommends improvements to the process. Must be able to troubleshoot daily issues with equipment. Quality Checks: Performs necessary quality checks in accordance with current, applicable Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instructions. Documentation: Provides accurate and timely documentation of the manufacturing packaging process in accordance with current, applicable Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instructions. Transport System cleaning: Performs Transport System cleaning in accordance with current, applicable Standard Operating and Work Instructions. General Housekeeping: Performs daily sanitation in manufacturing department without direct supervision. Maintains work area in accordance with GMP requirements. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements High School Diploma or equivalent The ability to learn and write legibly. The ability to read, understand, and follow Work Instructions, Standard Operating Procedures, and training aids. Exhibits the ability to control and monitor all positions within the Packaging Department with competence. Physical Requirements Ability to walk, bend, stoop, and lift up to 55 lbs. is required. Ability to walk up and down stairs as well as work at elevated heights and various climates (both hot and cold). Stand for approximately 90% of a 12 hour shift. Incumbent will be exposed to noise and hot and cold temperatures. Willing and able to wear appropriate safety equipment to perform specific job duties per zoning requirements. Perrigo Perks Perrigo has a comprehensive benefits package. Including: Health, Vision, and Dental at reduced rates Quarterly and Annual Bonus Profit Sharing 401 (K) with Employer Matching Starting three (3) weeks of vacation Tuition & Gym Reimbursement Uniform and shoes provided Potential for overtime And More! *This position is eligible for an internal employee referral bonus. Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status. PI117420621

Perrigo Perrigo Company is dedicated to making lives better by bringing high quality and affordable self-care products that consumers trust everywhere they are sold. Help us do it. Job Purpose Plans and manages the provision of quality services, policies and programs. Leads a team responsible for the management of quality functions specific to the area of responsibility. Key Responsibilities Leads the team that designs and manages specified quality strategies and programs designed to support the functional area strategies to align with the principles and values of the organization. Develops systems, philosophies and practices and ensures effective and efficient implementation across the organization, including creating effective communication approaches. Subject matter expert and thought leader on all current and future quality trends for functional area. Supports a culture of ethics, compliance and excellence by assessing functional area, designing and implementing change management interventions. Ensures due diligence with quality functional area to ensure compliance with related laws, regulations and guidelines. Provides business leaders with information and analytics when making key quality decisions. Provides supervision for staff including hiring, training, performance management, mentoring and development. Requirements Typically, twelve plus years of increasingly responsible experience in a large corporate environment; with a proven track record in overcoming business challenges and University Degree in a scientific discipline or closely aligned field. Previous experience developing and implementing quality systems, in the food/nutritional, or preferably Infant Formula industry. Ability to analyze business issues and understand implications of quality decisions. Must possess expert knowledge of state, federal and other regulations governing quality practices. Demonstrated excellent communication skills, including well-developed interpersonal skills and strong written communication skills. Management skills with ability to manage and develop teams and manage multiple projects. Demonstrated ability to manage effective relationships and ability to collaborate and build relations with stakeholder across functional and organization lines, and program development and management skills. Knowledge of and experience with technology tools to support the quality function including excellent computer skills in Microsoft Suite environment. Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status. PI117347997

Perrigo Perrigo Company is dedicated to making lives better by bringing high quality and affordable self-care products that consumers trust everywhere they are sold. Help us do it. Perrigo Nutritionals, located in Georgia, VT is looking to add a Packaging Mechanic to their team. Job Summary This role will trouble shoot and diagnose packaging equipment and adjust or repair this same equipment in a timely manner. Skilled in mechanical repair, equipment set up, preventative maintenance, and equipment changeovers. Ability to follow written and oral instructions, properly complete documentation, both written and automated. Must be competent on operations of all machinery in the packaging area. Must be able to maintain skills in maintenance and operations of all machines in packaging. Required to follow and comply with Departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and Safety/Housekeeping guidelines. Required to comply with hazardous procedures and be able to read and understand Safety Data Sheets. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Responsible for maintenance and troubleshooting the mechanical aspects of manufacturing and packaging equipment and facilities in compliance standard operating procedures. Performs machine rebuilding, repair and troubleshooting, preventative maintenance and moves equipment. Lead change overs on the packaging lines according to schedule, performing job duties in a safe and efficient manner and apply good manufacturing practices. Provide accurate and timely documentation of work as directed by Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Work Instructions (WI), in automated computer-based program, electronic daily log, and verbally communicated with supervision and co-workers. Continuously looks for and helps to implement improvements to the process, productivity, quality and reduce costs. Performs special projects and other related duties specific to the department as assigned. Assist in training others and interfaces with other technicians across all shifts in a team environment. Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor. Requirements Requires completion of a high school diploma, General Education Development (GED) or equivalency. Minimum of two years of experience in manufacturing (or similar) role that requires mechanical set up and changeovers, running adjustments, troubleshooting and light fabrication. Ability to weld or learn basic welding. Ability to use a Mill and Lathe or learn basic machinist skills. Strong oral and written communication skills required. Must possess good math and reading comprehension skills, including procedure documents, as well as proofread alpha and numeric data. Ability to read, understand, equipment manuals, and follow work instructions, standard operation procedures, and training material. Basic computer skills in Microsoft Office and experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) such as SAP required with the ability to navigate through computer based training systems and use in the course of daily work. Preferred Experience Attended industrial maintenance course or similar mechanical education degree/course study preferred. Demonstrated cooperative work conduct and the ability to work independently and with minimal supervision. Programmable Logic Controls (PLC) background desirable. Physical Requirements Works from ladders, man lifts, and requires ability to continuously lift 20 pounds (9 kilograms) or equivalency and up to 50 pounds (22 kilograms) or equivalency frequently. Must be able to stand on concrete floors for 8 hours up to 12 hours. Must be able to push or pull up to 400 pounds (181 kilograms) or equivalency utilizing a manual cart. Must be able to stoop, squat, and bend. Must be able to work in confined spaces and in high areas using proper procedures with ability to have sustained reach laterally and above shoulder height. Must be able to frequently grasp objects, small hand tools, calipers, etc. Must possess sufficient visual and audio acuity to work safely and accurately in an industrial environment. Must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment to comply with hazardous procedures. Must be able to work a minimum of 40 hours per week and required overtime through extended shifts and weekends. **Protective Equipment Requirement** May be required to wear negative and/or positive pressure respirators daily for long periods of time. Must be medically cleared to wear respirators without restrictions. Must be clean shaven to seal area of the tight fitting respirator. Must be able to comply with locally required worker safety, environmental and health practices. *This position is eligible for an internal employee referral bonus. Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status. PI117292981

Perrigo Perrigo Company is dedicated to making lives better by bringing high quality and affordable self-care products that consumers trust everywhere they are sold. Help us do it. Perrigo Nutritionals, in Georgia, VT is looking to hire a Director of Operations to their team. Description Provides leadership direction to one or more assigned nutritional manufacturing and/or packaging facilities, including plant operations (production, packaging, warehouse and supports production engineering, maintenance / calibration). This position is a key member of the site leadership team. Manages all operations of the assigned nutritional manufacturing and packaging facilities, ensures that all operations comply with current Good Manufacturing Practices, reviews and approves Standard Operating Procedures for plant operations and related functions, and monitors training and enforcement to ensure SOPs are followed. Develops strategic operating plans and responds to changing business conditions, with an emphasis on customer satisfaction through continuous process improvement. Drives and work with team members to deliver excellence through a focus on process efficiency and other strategic manufacturing initiatives Develop, drive, and/or support initiatives to manage risk and improve processes related to safety, quality, cost, delivery, and customer relations. Emphasizes employee safety and maintains a very strong safety culture at all times. Provides leadership to safety efforts within the plant, monitoring safety performance and ensuring coaches provide appropriate training and direction to provide a safe working environment. Teams with EHS Manager to meet or exceed safety initiatives. Leads continuous improvement initiatives: working with engineers, managers, other production support staff and other departments to improve procedures and/or evaluate equipment. Participates in morning GEMBA identify/coordinating daily initiatives. Identifies, recommends and implements changes to improve productivity and reduce cost and scrap, monitor scrap and rework data. Collaboratively works with Quality Department on overall product quality and compliance assuring safe and timely product to our customers. Participates in on-site quality audits. Financial proficiency required to establish all required budgets and resource plans for the manufacturing operations. Monitor and perform within the forecasted plan. Identify, communicate, and drive labor, other variable, and base cost leverage. Ensures compliance with company policies and rules of conduct and addresses performance issues appropriately. Teams with HR on employee relations, compensation review, and helps identify training needs. Leads commitment and follow-through on items noted on Employee Survey. Teams with Planning to assure short and long-term production goals are met or exceeded. Develops staffing and cost proposals for the fiscal year and strategic planning cycle, monitors and controls costs and productivity throughout the year to ensure production goals are met. Responsible for execution of business & production plan and adhering to budget schedule. Works with Managers to monitor production schedules and adjust staffing to meet these schedules. Supports engineering and maintenance resources to execute capital project, drive improvements, assure customer service, maintenance operations and facilities and maintain cGMP standards. Conducts succession planning for short and long-term coverage. Monitors all training and provides development opportunities to staff. Acts as liaison between department management/subordinate levels, as well as executive/department manager levels to inform personnel of communications, decisions, policies and all matters that affect their performance, attitudes and results. Required Experience Twelve plus years of increasingly responsible experience in a dairy, food or GMP environment. Proven track record in overcoming business challenges. Must have demonstrated strong leadership skills, included well-developed communication and problem-solving skills. Ability to provide direction across multiple areas. Bachelor’s degree is required. Past sales/customer interaction a plus. SAP experience is preferred. Some travel is required. Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status. PI117248487

Perrigo Perrigo Company is dedicated to making lives better by bringing high quality and affordable self-care products that consumers trust everywhere they are sold. Help us do it. Perrigo Nutritionals, in Georgia, VT is looking to add Instrument Technician to the Process Automation Controls Group. The shift for this position is 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM, requiring shift, weekend, and holiday work (when applicable). Job Description Perrigo Nutritionals is the largest supplier of store-brand infant formula in the world with distribution to leading retailers. The Vermont facility is the only ISO 9001 certified infant formula manufacturing facility in the United States. Perrigo Nutritionals, located in Georgia, VT is looking for an Instrument Technician to their team. An Instrument Technician is able to diagnose and troubleshoot all plant control systems in the packaging and processing departments. Troubleshooting will often be required during plant operation. Position will occasionally design and supervise new control installations. Responsibilities include the use of test equipment to perform routine plant calibrations. Meticulous record keeping is essential. The technician will require a diversified skills set. Ability to follow written and oral instructions, properly complete documentation including daily time sheets, line changeover sheets, critical control point sheets, and equipment logbooks. Job Responsibilities: Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Calibrate electronic, pneumatic and mechanical instrumentation and maintain instrument and electrical systems components; maintain all calibration documentation. Install, maintain, repair and troubleshoot plant control systems and equipment. Defines instrumentation requirements and troubleshoots power and control systems. Review system drawings, P&ID’s, and equipment manuals. Operate interface devices for programmable controllers and computers for purposes of program changes and troubleshooting. Write and debug PLC programs preferred. Interface with vendors when necessary. Assist in training of others. Provide accurate and timely documentation of work as directed by standard operating procedures and work instructions. Other duties as assigned. Requirements Associates Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or an equivalent combination of training and work experience. Proficiency at SLC/PLC programming and hardware architecture along with an understanding of manufacturing plant processes will be necessary to perform the routine troubleshooting and design tasks of this job. Proficient in the calibration and maintenance of electronic/pneumatic instrumentation, controls and PLC systems. Preferred Experience Three years’ experience as an electronics technician, calibrating, troubleshooting electronic/pneumatic instrumentation and controls and PLC control systems is preferred. The ability to maintain meticulous calibration records that are accurate and legible; the ability to interpret and initiate drawings, sketches and logic diagrams. Position Physical Requirements Ability to walk, bend, stoop, and lift up to 55 lbs. is required. Required to use hands and fingers to handle; feel or operate objects. Perrigo Perks Perrigo has a comprehensive benefits package. Including: Health, Vision, and Dental at reduced rates Quarterly and Annual Bonus Profit Sharing 401 (K) with Employer Matching Starting three (3) weeks of vacation Tuition & Gym Reimbursement And More! *This position is eligible for an internal employee referral bonus. Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status. PI116844758

Perrigo Perrigo Company is dedicated to making lives better by bringing high quality and affordable self-care products that consumers trust everywhere they are sold. Help us do it. Job Summary Perrigo Company plc is a leading global healthcare supplier that develops, manufactures and distributes over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription (Rx) pharmaceuticals, nutritional products, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (API), as well as receives royalties from Multiple Sclerosis drug Tysabri®. The company is the world's largest manufacturer of OTC pharmaceutical products for the store brand market and an industry leader in pharmaceutical technologies. Perrigo Nutritionals, located in Georgia, VT is looking to add a Material Handler to their team. Job Description Performs general warehouse material handling duties in a safe and efficient manner so as to maximize storage and minimize damage. Safely operates material handling equipment to include walk-behind forklifts, counter balance rider forklifts and Turret trucks, as well as palletizing/stretch wrapping equipment. Operates in accordance with current Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and Work Instructions. Able to cross-train in at least three of the following four functions: Receiving duties, Shipping duties, Production Staging, Off-site warehouses. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Safely operates material handling equipment to include counterbalance rider forklifts, walk-behind forklifts, turret trucks, and palletizing/stretch wrap equipment. Load and unload trucks, store and remove items in warehouse storage racks, and complete required documentation of same, as required. Support and supply packaging lines and production liquefying with necessary materials and supplies. Access and use SAP as needed. Required to perform general daily warehouse floor duties (such as load chief, rework and waste, baling, etc.) and other duties including changing forklift batteries as needed. Performs other duties as assigned. Able to cross-trained in at least three of the following four warehouse functions: Receiving Duties - Responsible for inspecting, verifying, properly identifying (via BCL, if material is to be tracked in the inventory system) and receiving of inbound materials so as to ensure accurate inventory. Makes arrangement for delivery to appropriate personnel (if applicable). Notifies QA of inbound materials to allow for QA sampling. Signs off on the Bill of Lading at the completion of each unloading. Maintains appropriate documentation associated with job duties. Capable of accessing required information from SAP and documenting same. This includes automated data collection using SAP. Shipping Duties - Maintains appropriate documentation associated with shipments to ensure that orders are properly shipped from the facility. Packs and labels individual shipments and prepares approved MSO’s. May be required to make arrangements for shipment pick-ups. Finalizes and distributes required shipping documentation to affected groups to ensure smooth and accurate information flow. Capable of accessing required information from the SAP system and documenting same. Staging Crew Duties - Responsible for the entire staging process, to include physical set-up of materials for use in Production liquefaction (based on Information received from Production), as well as accuracy and completion of staging documentation. Must be able to effectively lead and direct Material Handlers assigned to assist in the staging process. Performs such duties in a safe and efficient manner so as to minimize damage and inventory discrepancies. Able to access SAP/generate Transfer Orders (TO’s) and troubleshoot any inventory discrepancies. Off-site Warehouse Duties - Responsible for the entire staging process of loads, the unloading and loading of product, and accurate documentation of the same. Responsible for the receiving and verifying of raw material and components received at the outside warehouse. Performs such duties in a safe and efficient manner so as to minimize damage and inventory discrepancies. All GMP's, SOP's & WI's are followed and housekeeping duties are performed on a regular schedule. Individuals assigned to the outside warehouses are expected to perform and follow all the above with minimal supervision. Required Experience High School or equivalent required. 1 year of experience safely operating forklift and material handling equipment in an automated warehouse environment is required. Position Physical Requirements Ability to walk, bend, stoop, and lift up to 55 lbs. is required. Incumbent will be exposed to noise and hot and cold temperatures. Depth perception and the ability to drive backward while sitting forward. Willing and able to wear appropriate safety equipment to perform specific job duties per zoning requirements. Perrigo Perks Perrigo has a comprehensive benefits package. Including: Health, Vision, and Dental at reduced rates Quarterly and Annual Bonus Profit Sharing 401 (K) with Employer Matching Starting three (3) weeks of vacation Tuition & Gym Reimbursement And More! Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status. PI116812767

Perrigo Perrigo Company is dedicated to making lives better by bringing high quality and affordable self-care products that consumers trust everywhere they are sold. Help us do it. Perrigo Nutritionals, in Georgia, VT is looking to add Process Operators to their team. The shift for this position is 6:00 pm–6:06 am requiring shift, weekend, and holiday work (when applicable). Job Summary Demonstrates a thorough understanding of and ability to operate all process area equipment in a safe and efficient manner, including the liquefying area. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Operating and understanding of all processing equipment Operating and understanding of all liquefying equipment Performs general housekeeping and cleans processing equipment and areas. Operates a drum dolly and other tools (wrenches, screw drivers, etc.). Troubleshooting issues in processing Assists with Clean in Place (CIP) activities. Provides assistance with fat blend manufacture as required. Provides assistance with liquid receiving and shipping. Provides accurate & complete documentation and follows detailed procedures and manufacturing order instructions. Assists dryer floor when needed. Operate and navigate computer and various systems & applications. Other duties as assigned Required Experience High school diploma or equivalent (GED) Ability to read, write, communicate, and comprehend written instructions. Ability to perform duties in a safe, efficient and sanitary manner. Ability to operate and navigate computer and various systems & applications. Position Physical Requirements This position requires bending, stooping, and repetitive lifting up to 55 lbs. Occasional push/pull of 70 lbs. Standing, walking for 10+ hours of shift. Incumbent will be exposed to noise, cold temperatures (40°), warm temperatures (110°), strenuous physical activity, working at heights and/or in confined spaces. Candidate must be able to wear all required and necessary safety equipment and garments. Work from ladders, scaffolding and staging is required. Perrigo Perks Health, Vision, and Dental at reduced rates Quarterly and Annual Bonus Profit Sharing 401 (K) with Employer Matching Three (3) weeks of vacation Tuition & Gym Reimbursement Uniform and shoes are provided Potential for overtime And More! *This position is eligible for an internal employee referral bonus Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status. PI116704773