814 Preparation jobs in the United States

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.

Join Lonza AG as a Manager, Materials Preparation and be part of our ambitious Manufacturing team in Greenwood, SC, USA. This outstanding opportunity allows you to coordinate personnel and equipment, leading all aspects of ensuring the highest quality products for Hard Capsule Manufacturing. Our ongoing growth offers you the chance to create a significant impact while working in an encouraging and dynamic environment.

• Manage all staff and machinery in Material Preparation to uphold the highest product quality
• Plan and coordinate the departmental budget to ensure maximum profitability within financial guidelines
• Monitor and manage production indicators daily, weekly, and monthly, implementing activities to boost efficiency
• Initiate changes and improvements to meet new quality requirements and manage product and process improvement projects
• Review departmental and plant safety statistics, taking appropriate actions when required
• Develop and maintain departmental policies and procedures, incorporating human resource guidelines
• Assure that all process and mechanical standards are maintained
• Develop Process Engineers, Shift Leaders, and Maintenance Technicians, ensuring overall team development
• Work closely with other departments to ensure business operations run efficiently

• BS Degree in Engineering, Business Management, or related field required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to lead a large team
• Proficiency in Microsoft suite software; SAP experience desired
• Ability to exercise judgment and make decisions independently
• Must be able to work 40 hours a week, including weekends and holidays, with additional hours as needed
• 3 years of leadership experience required
• Travel less than 10%
• Being present at the plant site is required

If you are ready to take on this challenge and contribute to world-class manufacturing at Lonza AG, apply today and help us continue to improve lives globally!

Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.

People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.

Lonza is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.

Join Lonza AG as a Manager, Materials Preparation and be part of our ambitious Manufacturing team in Greenwood, SC, USA. This outstanding opportunity allows you to coordinate personnel and equipment, leading all aspects of ensuring the highest quality products for Hard Capsule Manufacturing. Our ongoing growth offers you the chance to create a significant impact while working in an encouraging and dynamic environment.

• Manage all staff and machinery in Material Preparation to uphold the highest product quality
• Plan and coordinate the departmental budget to ensure maximum profitability within financial guidelines
• Monitor and manage production indicators daily, weekly, and monthly, implementing activities to boost efficiency
• Initiate changes and improvements to meet new quality requirements and manage product and process improvement projects
• Review departmental and plant safety statistics, taking appropriate actions when required
• Develop and maintain departmental policies and procedures, incorporating human resource guidelines
• Assure that all process and mechanical standards are maintained
• Develop Process Engineers, Shift Leaders, and Maintenance Technicians, ensuring overall team development
• Work closely with other departments to ensure business operations run efficiently

• BS Degree in Engineering, Business Management, or related field required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to lead a large team
• Proficiency in Microsoft suite software; SAP experience desired
• Ability to exercise judgment and make decisions independently
• Must be able to work 40 hours a week, including weekends and holidays, with additional hours as needed
• 3 years of leadership experience required
• Travel less than 10%
• Being present at the plant site is required

If you are ready to take on this challenge and contribute to world-class manufacturing at Lonza AG, apply today and help us continue to improve lives globally!

Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.

People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.

Lonza is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We have an exciting new job opportunity for you at the Cincinnati Job Corps Center! We are currently seeking energetic, talented applicants! At Insights Training Group LLC, we see every day as a chance to create a positive impact. We lead through our values centered on inclusiveness, service, integrity, community and family. Come join our amazing team!

We offer a competitive salary and a full comprehensive benefit package to full-time employees :

• Medical - 3 Tier Options - Health Savings Account - Live Health Online

• Dental

• Vision

• Employer Paid Life and AD&D - 1 x annual Earnings

• Employer Paid Short-term Disability

• Employer Paid Long-term Disability

• Voluntary Life Insurance

• Voluntary Accident and Critical Illness

• Employee Assistance Program

• 401K - Safe Harbor match of 100% up to 3% of pay and then 50% on the next 2% of pay

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Bereavement Leave

• Sick Time

• Vacation Time

• 12 Paid Holidays
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Job Summary: Facilitates individual and/or group lessons designed to assist students in preparation for success throughout the entire Career Development Services System (CDSS). Provides facilitated instruction to students in varied classes and activities, development of skills for long-term employability.

Duties:

• Assists new students in acclimating to center.
• Provides career exploration and career planning to all new students.
• Assist students to update students Personal Career Development Plan.
• Assist students in establishing Pathway Achievement Record (PAR).
• Facilitate the implementation of all required Career Preparation Period requirements.
• Makes adequate preparation for classroom activities and maintains a high degree of discipline within the classroom in order to ensure maximum learning as well as that students are actively engaged at all times.
• Establishes a high degree of student/instructor rapport.
• Maintains students' personal folders, recording personal data, including test scores, assessments and evaluations, attendance, incident reports, achievement awards, and any other pertinent information concerning students. Records and forwards required documentation and forms as per established procedures including daily attendance.
• Participates in Student Evaluation Performance (ESP's) and evaluates student employee's performance and employability skills. Provides regular feedback to student.
• Provides regular feedback to student employees regarding appropriate employability skills.
• Monitors and reviews Center Information System (CIS) reports for accuracy and required action.
• Assists students in developing career goals and objectives.
• Follow the CDSS/CSS/BMS Plans and Procedures.
• Maintains good housekeeping in all areas and complies with safety practices.
• Complies with all Department of Labor (DOL) guidelines, Office of Federal Contract Compliance (OFCCP) regulations, Job Corps notices and bulletins, and Center policies and procedures.
• Models, mentors, and monitors appropriate career success skills.
• Adheres to required property controls policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned within the individual's scope and capabilities.

Looking to take the next step in your career with a company that values precision, organization, and teamwork? Staffmark is hiring a Document Preparation Specialist to join a trusted industry leader in records management solutions. If you have a keen eye for detail, enjoy working behind the scenes, and want to be part of a team that keeps critical information secure and accessible-this is the opportunity for you.

Pay: $20/hour

Schedule: Monday - Friday | 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Responsibilities:

• Prepare physical documents for scanning, including removing staples, paper clips, and repairing tears.
• Sort and organize documents from boxes and files according to instructions.
• Scan documents using Kodak equipment and verify image quality.
• Handle sensitive or confidential materials with discretion and professionalism.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Requirements:

• At least 1 year of experience in document preparation, scanning, or a related clerical role.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable handling repetitive tasks and lifting file boxes as needed.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with scanning equipment a plus.

Why You'll Love This Job:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, financial goals, and work-life balance. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance; short-term disability coverage; and a 401(k) retirement plan. You'll also enjoy weekly pay every Friday, access to employee discount programs, and opportunities to earn referral bonuses.

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The base pay range above represents the low and high end of the base compensation range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual base compensation will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, actual experience, and job performance. This job posting is not a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee.

The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for our employees. Based on the details of your position, we provide a variety of benefits to our employees, including medical, dental, and vision plans, pre-tax savings plans, pre-tax parking and commuter plans, supplemental health and welfare plans, a retirement savings plan, an employee assistance program, pet insurance, and paid holidays. Other rewards may include short-term incentives and paid time off.

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Job Description

Summary

The Preparation Technician, Jr. is responsible for proper preparation of mineral samples for analysis in accordance with all applicable standards and company procedures by performing the following duties.

Job Functions

• Works under immediate supervision.
• Prepares mineral samples (i.e., coal, iron ore, limestone, petroleum coke, etc.) by crushing samples in accordance with required published standards, using various sample crusher models.
• Transfers and labels samples, identifying date, and associated paperwork.
• Files and locates samples.
• Performs routine and preventive maintenance on all preparation equipment.
• Accurately records all data associated with the preparation of samples.
• Ensures all equipment and containers are organized and cleaned before and after use.
• Ensures all personal protective equipment (PPE) relevant for tasks is worn at all times.
• Ensures compliance with all required local and federal safety processes and procedures.
• May also have Field Operation or Laboratory responsibilities, as required by business needs.
• Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
Qualifications

Education and Experience

• High School or equivalent (Required)
• No experience (Required)
• 1+ year working in industrial/lab/field setting with experience following strict safety standards (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

• A valid and current Driver’s license may be required if the role requires driving a company vehicle. (Required)
• TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Card). (Required)

Work Schedule:

• Rotating Shift
• Position requires occasional overtime.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Language Skills: Intermediate English (Required)
• Advanced (Preferred)
• Mathematical Skills: Basic (Required)
• Intermediate (Preferred)
• Reasoning Skills/Abilities: Intermediate level required, uses logical and practical approach to solve problems (Required)
• Ability to effectively communicate (in writing or verbally), presenting information individually or in small group situations to internal or external customers (Required)
• Ability to follow directions ensuring the end results are accurate and completed with the required timeframe (Required)
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations (Required)
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals (Required)
• Ability to work independently and under moderate supervision (Required)
• Team player attitude, customer care focus (Required)

Computer Skills

• MS Office (Word, Excel) – Intermediate user proficiency (Preferred)

Environmental Conditions Requirements :

• Wet or humid (non-weather) conditions -Occasionally
• Work near moving mechanical parts - Frequently
• Work in high, precarious places - Occasionally
• Fumes or airborne particles - Frequently
• Toxic or caustic chemicals - Occasionally
• Outdoor weather conditions - Frequently
• Extreme cold (non-weather) - None
• Extreme heat (non-weather) - None
• Risk of electrical shock - Occasionally
• Work with explosives - None

Physical Demands of the Job

• Stand: Frequently
• Move or traverse: Frequently
• Sit: Occasionally
• Use hands: Frequently
• Reach with hands and arms: Frequently
• Climb or balance: Occasionally
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl:
• Talk/hear: Frequently
• Taste/Smell: None
• Lift/carry/push or pull: Frequently 50 lbs.

Additional Information

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

If you are applying for a position within the United States and you have difficulty completing the on-line employment application because of a disability, please call for assistance and leave a message. You will receive a call back. Please note, this phone number is not for general employment information, but is only for individuals who are experiencing difficulty applying for a position due to a disability.

• Works under immediate supervision.
• Prepares mineral samples (i.e., coal, iron ore, limestone, petroleum coke, etc.) by crushing samples in accordance with required published standards, using various sample crusher models.
• Transfers and labels samples, identifying date, and associated paperwork.
• Files and locates samples.
• Performs routine and preventive maintenance on all preparation equipment.
• Accurately records all data associated with the preparation of samples.
• Ensures all equipment and containers are organized and cleaned before and after use.
• Ensures all personal protective equipment (PPE) relevant for tasks is worn at all times.
• Ensures compliance with all required local and federal safety processes and procedures.
• May also have Field Operation or Laboratory responsibilities, as required by business needs.
• Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High School or equivalent (Required)
• No experience (Required)
• 1+ year working in industrial/lab/field setting with experience following strict safety standards (Preferred)

• A valid and current Driver's license may be required if the role requires driving a company vehicle. (Required)
• TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Card). (Required)

• Fixed Hour Shift - Days
• Position requires occasional overtime.

• Language Skills: Intermediate English (Required)
• Advanced (Preferred)
• Mathematical Skills: Basic (Required)
• Intermediate (Preferred)
• Reasoning Skills/Abilities: Intermediate level required, uses logical and practical approach to solve problems (Required)
• Ability to effectively communicate (in writing or verbally), presenting information individually or in small group situations to internal or external customers (Required)
• Ability to follow directions ensuring the end results are accurate and completed with the required timeframe (Required)
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations (Required)
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals (Required)
• Ability to work independently and under moderate supervision (Required)
• Team player attitude, customer care focus (Required)

• MS Office (Word, Excel) - Intermediate user proficiency (Preferred)

• Wet or humid (non-weather) conditions -Occasionally
• Work near moving mechanical parts - Frequently
• Work in high, precarious places - Occasionally
• Fumes or airborne particles - Frequently
• Toxic or caustic chemicals - Occasionally
• Outdoor weather conditions - Frequently
• Extreme cold (non-weather) - None
• Extreme heat (non-weather) - None
• Risk of electrical shock - Occasionally
• Work with explosives - None

• Stand: Frequently
• Move or traverse: Frequently
• Sit: Occasionally
• Use hands: Frequently
• Reach with hands and arms: Frequently
• Climb or balance: Occasionally
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl:
• Talk/hear: Frequently
• Taste/Smell: None
• Lift/carry/push or pull: Frequently 50 lbs.

Job Description

Summary

The Preparation Technician, Jr. is responsible for proper preparation of mineral samples for analysis in accordance with all applicable standards and company procedures by performing the following duties.

Job Functions

• Works under immediate supervision.
• Prepares mineral samples (i.e., coal, iron ore, limestone, petroleum coke, etc.) by crushing samples in accordance with required published standards, using various sample crusher models.
• Transfers and labels samples, identifying date, and associated paperwork.
• Files and locates samples.
• Performs routine and preventive maintenance on all preparation equipment.
• Accurately records all data associated with the preparation of samples.
• Ensures all equipment and containers are organized and cleaned before and after use.
• Ensures all personal protective equipment (PPE) relevant for tasks is worn at all times.
• Ensures compliance with all required local and federal safety processes and procedures.
• May also have Field Operation or Laboratory responsibilities, as required by business needs.
• Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
Qualifications

Education and Experience

• High School or equivalent (Required)
• No experience (Required)
• 1+ year working in industrial/lab/field setting with experience following strict safety standards (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

• A valid and current Driver’s license may be required if the role requires driving a company vehicle. (Required)
• TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Card). (Required)

Work Schedule:

• Rotating Shift
• Position requires occasional overtime.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Language Skills: Intermediate English (Required)
• Advanced (Preferred)
• Mathematical Skills: Basic (Required)
• Intermediate (Preferred)
• Reasoning Skills/Abilities: Intermediate level required, uses logical and practical approach to solve problems (Required)
• Ability to effectively communicate (in writing or verbally), presenting information individually or in small group situations to internal or external customers (Required)
• Ability to follow directions ensuring the end results are accurate and completed with the required timeframe (Required)
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations (Required)
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals (Required)
• Ability to work independently and under moderate supervision (Required)
• Team player attitude, customer care focus (Required)

Computer Skills

• MS Office (Word, Excel) – Intermediate user proficiency (Preferred)

Environmental Conditions Requirements :

• Wet or humid (non-weather) conditions -Occasionally
• Work near moving mechanical parts - Frequently
• Work in high, precarious places - Occasionally
• Fumes or airborne particles - Frequently
• Toxic or caustic chemicals - Occasionally
• Outdoor weather conditions - Frequently
• Extreme cold (non-weather) - None
• Extreme heat (non-weather) - None
• Risk of electrical shock - Occasionally
• Work with explosives - None

Physical Demands of the Job

• Stand: Frequently
• Move or traverse: Frequently
• Sit: Occasionally
• Use hands: Frequently
• Reach with hands and arms: Frequently
• Climb or balance: Occasionally
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl:
• Talk/hear: Frequently
• Taste/Smell: None
• Lift/carry/push or pull: Frequently 50 lbs.

Additional Information

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

If you are applying for a position within the United States and you have difficulty completing the on-line employment application because of a disability, please call for assistance and leave a message. You will receive a call back. Please note, this phone number is not for general employment information, but is only for individuals who are experiencing difficulty applying for a position due to a disability.

• Works under immediate supervision.
• Prepares mineral samples (i.e., coal, iron ore, limestone, petroleum coke, etc.) by crushing samples in accordance with required published standards, using various sample crusher models.
• Transfers and labels samples, identifying date, and associated paperwork.
• Files and locates samples.
• Performs routine and preventive maintenance on all preparation equipment.
• Accurately records all data associated with the preparation of samples.
• Ensures all equipment and containers are organized and cleaned before and after use.
• Ensures all personal protective equipment (PPE) relevant for tasks is worn at all times.
• Ensures compliance with all required local and federal safety processes and procedures.
• May also have Field Operation or Laboratory responsibilities, as required by business needs.
• Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High School or equivalent (Required)
• No experience (Required)
• 1+ year working in industrial/lab/field setting with experience following strict safety standards (Preferred)

• A valid and current Driver's license may be required if the role requires driving a company vehicle. (Required)
• TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Card). (Required)

• Fixed Hour Shift - Days
• Position requires occasional overtime.

• Language Skills: Intermediate English (Required)
• Advanced (Preferred)
• Mathematical Skills: Basic (Required)
• Intermediate (Preferred)
• Reasoning Skills/Abilities: Intermediate level required, uses logical and practical approach to solve problems (Required)
• Ability to effectively communicate (in writing or verbally), presenting information individually or in small group situations to internal or external customers (Required)
• Ability to follow directions ensuring the end results are accurate and completed with the required timeframe (Required)
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations (Required)
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals (Required)
• Ability to work independently and under moderate supervision (Required)
• Team player attitude, customer care focus (Required)

• MS Office (Word, Excel) - Intermediate user proficiency (Preferred)

• Wet or humid (non-weather) conditions -Occasionally
• Work near moving mechanical parts - Frequently
• Work in high, precarious places - Occasionally
• Fumes or airborne particles - Frequently
• Toxic or caustic chemicals - Occasionally
• Outdoor weather conditions - Frequently
• Extreme cold (non-weather) - None
• Extreme heat (non-weather) - None
• Risk of electrical shock - Occasionally
• Work with explosives - None

• Stand: Frequently
• Move or traverse: Frequently
• Sit: Occasionally
• Use hands: Frequently
• Reach with hands and arms: Frequently
• Climb or balance: Occasionally
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl:
• Talk/hear: Frequently
• Taste/Smell: None
• Lift/carry/push or pull: Frequently 50 lbs.