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Production Technician - Manufacturing (3rd Shift 10pm-6:30am)Scotts Valley Headquarters - Scotts Valley, CA 95066OverviewSalary Range $21.00 - $21.00 HourlyDescriptionSummary of Job Duties: The Manufacturing Process Technician position is responsible for safely manufacturing dietary tablets, capsules, liquids and powders in accordance with product specifications. This position includes set up, operating, cleaning, and preventative maintenance blenders, tablet presses, encapsulators coating pans and metal detectors. The process technician is also responsible for meeting specific tablet, capsule, liquid and powder specifications. Accountable for overall production line performance: safety, quality, shrink, attainment, and line efficiency. The process technician must be capable of operating multiple like machines at one time and learning to operate a variety of equipment within the manufacturing area.Specific Job Duties:Ensure that products meet applicable quality standards. This includes inspection for quality during operation and performing all required sampling and testing. Must be able to make necessary machine adjustments to ensure the smooth operation of the lines for required quality and quantity.Meet all safety expectations including wearing the required personnel protective equipment and follow all safe practicesCollect and analyze data using skills in applied math.Utilize problem solving skills to investigate and troubleshoot product issues and recommending solutions. Tableting issues: sticking, capping, chipping, compressibility, disintegration.Encapsulation issues: sticking, headroom, capsule shell defectsGeneral issues: machine setup, machine performance, product assay, documentation.Execute the recommended solutions, complete appropriate documentation, and communicate changes. Perform calculations and physical update to improve product performance.Complete documentation related to changes: ingredient change forms, in-process deviations, batch record corrections, processing formsPerform basic and routine maintenance activitiesAble to work outside normal scheduled hours and OTUse basic hand and power tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers, hammers, drills etc.Work in a team environment and flow to the work and assist othersCross-training will occur throughout the facility in all aspects of high speed manufacturing.Ensuring Documentation in relation to Processor Operation Logs are fully completed, signed and in compliance with Company Standard and Regulatory Requirements.When out of compliance or standards not meet assist supervisor in completion of Deviation Report detailing both Short and Longer Term Corrective Action Steps.Ensure full compliance with Companies Policies, Procedures, GMP's, Code of Safe Practices and SOP's at all times.Disassemble, clean/sanitize and reassemble all required equipmentCommunicate and interact with others in a manner consistent with the company's "I Can Make a Difference" philosophies.Performs all other duties as assigned by immediate supervisorQualificationsMinimum Qualifications Required:High school diploma or GED requiredAssociates Degree from Community College or similar preferred.3+ years Machine operator experience requiredSelf-motivated and ability to take initiative and use sound judgment in day-to-day decision makingMechanically inclined to understand inner workings of equipmentPunctual and reliable in work attendanceAbility to lift up to 50 lbsExcellent English communication skills required, bilingual speaker a plusWorking Conditions: Loud environment with exposure to powder and heavy equipment in a manufacturing atmosphere18 years of age or olderAbility to read and write legibly in EnglishAbility to work multiple shifts and/or schedules.Skills and/or Training Desired:Knowledge in HAACP, Microbiology, Chemical Safety, Pest Control and Quality Systems.Data collection, analysis, trouble shooting, and problem solving using defined methodologies.Decision making.Time management and organization.Ensure collaborative relationships inside and outside the department.Communicate effectively verbally and in written documents.Lead 'best in class' behaviors with focus on safety, quality, and policy focus.Willing to work occasional off shifts and weekends.
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scotts valley, CA, 95066, US
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