Associate Production Technician

Pay Range: $20 to $22.67/hr.

Shift: 5:30 am to 1:00 pm, Monday through Friday

Description

Our manufacturing company is seeking a team member to join our Reagent Pack Value Stream team. In this role you will formulate, fill, test, and package chemical and biological reagent products of varied complexity according to operational plans and customer demand.

We are looking for associates whom thrive in a team-oriented, goal focused environment. We operate using Daily Management principles, providing immediate guidance and feedback to our associates and focusing on daily, monthly, and quarterly objectives.

You'll be responsible for following established operation procedures, maintaining appropriate training records for your role, sustaining a smooth flow of material and the execution of work orders to on-time completion.

Client, an operating company within ***, is a growing organization looking for associates who meet the qualifications below. Our work delivers both instruments and reagents to customers in hospital and laboratory environments, supporting patient health.

We look forward to speaking with you & working to further your career.

Key Responsibilities
Read, comprehend and follow established work instructions and procedures with emphasis on quality
Execute the daily production plan to due date conformance and quality standards
Train to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Follow engineering drawings, work order information, SOPs, and other written and verbal specifications in the manufacturing process while maintaining FDA requirements
Independently execute work regarding formulating, filling, testing and packaging
Apply basic analytical skills or scientific methods to perform daily tasks
Perform the set-up, calibration, testing and troubleshooting of reagent components and instruments
Conduct testing on solutions which include pH, conductivity, and density, to ensure adherence to production/process specifications
Assure compliance with FDA Quality System Regulations (QSR), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and ISO regulatory requirements
Work directly and cooperatively with cross-functional team members to troubleshoot issues and ensure emphasis on quality
Identify, recommend and implement quality improvements including but not limited to production methods, equipment performance, product quality and efficiencies
Learn and participate in the company's lean manufacturing principles
Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
Perform other duties and cross training as assigned
Train new team members on equipment operations and work procedures as needed
Ability to complete appropriate paperwork, maintain accurate records of production and report status of work
Must read, write and speak fluent English
Proficiency with Microsoft applications
Our Leadership Competencies

We value associates with solid decision making and priority setting skills, and who are going to thrive in a diverse environment where individual contribution and team effort are equally important.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to stand for prolonged period of time. The employee is frequently required to talk and hear; use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms above shoulder height and below the waist.

The associate must be able to read and speak English. Using proper lifting techniques, the employee must be able to lift up to 30 lbs.

Associate must have good hand dexterity. Ability to maneuvers assembly components by hand in a repetitive manner conducive to efficiency, job specifications, safety, and quality goals.

Ability to frequently stand (80%), bend, kneel, lift and sit to accomplish assembly production goals.

Education/Experience

Must have 2+ years relevant experience
Experience in a regulated industry preferred (e.g. FDA, ISO)