Production Operator

Description

 Since 1946, The Jet Pulverizer Company, Inc. has been committed to providing state-of-the-art processing equipment and services. The continuous technological advancement of our line of Micron-Master® Jet Pulverizers and ongoing modernization and expansion of our Custom Grinding Division provide our customers with unsurpassed value and quality in both jet pulverizing equipment and custom grinding services.

Requirements

The Toll Processing Operator I maintains production and distribution of product by maintaining inventory, setting up production materials and equipment, processing raw material, packaging process material, and staging finished product under cGMP guidelines. 

The First shift runs from 6:15am - 2:15pm with demands for overtime daily and on the weekends.  

Requirements

Responsibilities

1. Set up, adjust, and operate all equipment necessary to process materials.

2. Read and interpret work orders to processes raw materials to specification.

3. Select the appropriate tools, equipment, and packaging material to be used in preparation of processing.

4. Locates materials and supplies by pulling and verifying materials and supplies listed on work orders

5. Maintains and documents in-process inventory, as applicable.

6. Makes well-considered decisions when improvisation is necessary in setup, maintenance, test-work, and production runs.

7. Maintains inventory by identifying, labeling, and placing materials and supplies in stock; handles materials per cGMP guidelines

8. Prepares finished stock for shipment by identifying, pulling, loading, and securing products.

9. Identifies, transports, packs, removes and disposes of materials.

10. Maintain a safe and clean work environment at all times.

11. Uphold all ISO and OSHA standards applicable to the responsibilities above. Adhere to 21 CFR Parts 210 and 211 for specific projects.

12. Performs other duties and special projects as directed.

Requirements

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and a minimum of three months related experience (dry powder handling and chemical manufacturing); training in cGMP and experience at a cGMP facility is a requirement. A combination of education and experience may be considered.

Language Ability:

Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, batch records, and procedure manuals. Write routine reports and correspondence. Speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.

Mathematical Ability:

Add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Compute rate, ratio, and percent, and draw and interpret bar graphs.

Computer Skills:

A basic understanding of a computer is required. Safety courses, HR, production entry and more requires basic computer input and comprehension skills.

Work Environment: Toll processing requires working inside and outside all year round. The environment is industrial and can be loud at times.

Physical Demands: Toll processing requires standing for extended periods of time, driving fork trucks, climbing ladders, handling heavy drums, and lifting and turning while holding up to 50 pounds and work in open-air & outdoor areas. Operating under cGMP requires long periods of time gowned.  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of a manufacturing job. This role requires ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (safety glasses, safety shoes) always in the production area. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.