Operator Technician (Vernon Hills)

nemera· Manufacturing
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📍 Vernon Hills, Illinois, United StatesFull time

About this role

Company Description

With sales of €700m and 3,300 employees worldwide, Nemera is one of the leading global manufacturers of complex drug delivery systems for the pharmaceutical industry, offering to patients a broad product portfolio which includes inhalation devices, injection devices, nasal and dermal pumps and ophthalmic delivery devices. Nemera has built very long lasting, strong relationships with the leading global pharmaceutical companies globally by providing high quality development, industrialization and manufacturing services. Nemera develops and manufactures its own IP product platforms but also offers also fully custom developments and contract manufacturing.

Nemera’s manufacturing sites are located in the US, France, Germany, Brazil and Poland. The headquarters and Innovation Center for early device design and development are located in France (Lyon).

We have big ambitions at Nemera! We are growing our franchises and strengthening our capabilities.

Job Description

The APU Operator I is responsible for the packaging of molded and/or assembled components per company and customer specifications 

RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  

  • Operate Molding, Assembly or packaging equipment as required per Product specifications.  

  • Package & label product per customer specification  

  • Perform visual inspection to identify gross defects and confirm product meets customer specifications 

  • Report identified visual defects to Cell Leader 

  • Enter daily production and scrap data into BMS  

  • Complete production and workstation documentation as required  

  • Move products to designated areas in WIP/ airlocks 

  • Order components through SAP from warehouse, scan WIP components with RF gun (Cell Lead Duties) 

  • Supply assembly machines with components (Cell Lead Duties) 

  • Completion of LRPs, including opening and closing of lots, ensuring all paperwork is mistake free.  

  • Maintain clean workspace and 5S Standards in work area daily/weekly/monthly 

  • Maintain Lean initiatives and participate in lean projects  

  • Provide suggestions and take active role in Process Improvements to eliminate non-value-added activity  

  • Support and maintain all policies of the company including but not limited to ISO Standards, Health and Safety  

  • Requirements, Continuous Improvement, GMP and standard work procedures  

  • Other duties as assigned  

Qualifications

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:  

  • High School Diploma, GED or equivalent (preferred) 

  • Able to frequently lift up to 50lbs. 

  • Stand and walk 90% of shift 

  • Ability to bend, stoop, reach, push, pull, grab and climb 

  • Satisfy vision testing requirements of the job 

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS: 

  • Basic math skills 

  • PC skills 

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

  • Works in a clean manufacturing and warehouse environment that may include moderate noise levels 

Additional Information

PAY RANGE: $18.50 USD - $20.00 USD Hourly, if working on a night shift, you will receive a 10% shift differential (This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.)

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

For US Benefits, CLICK HERE.

Nemera is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class indication. This company is required by federal law to hire only persons who can establish they are eligible to work in the United States.

Frequently Asked Questions

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The salary for this Operator Technician (Vernon Hills) role at nemera is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Operator Technician (Vernon Hills) position at nemera located?
This Operator Technician (Vernon Hills) role at nemera is based in Vernon Hills, Illinois, United States. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Operator Technician (Vernon Hills) role at nemera full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Operator Technician (Vernon Hills) role in the Manufacturing department at nemera.
Which team or department does the Operator Technician (Vernon Hills) at nemera belong to?
This Operator Technician (Vernon Hills) position is part of the Manufacturing department at nemera. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Operator Technician (Vernon Hills) job at nemera posted?
This Operator Technician (Vernon Hills) position at nemera was posted on Sep 17, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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