Compression Operator II - International Vitamin Corporation
Greenville, SC 29607
About the Job
Overview:
Under the direction of supervision (i.e. supervisor and/or team leader), the machine processor is responsible for changeovers, operating, packing, loading and preparing assigned equipment and machinery for use to meet production schedules.
Responsibilities:- Properly changeover, disassemble, clean, reassemble and operate all production related equipment in the assigned department in a safe and efficient manner
- Operation of necessary machinery related to the job classification including documentation of the processing steps in the batch record and/or other necessary paperwork (i.e. initial setup, raw material usage, quality/weight checks and finished product quantity)
- Setup, operating, adjusting programmable logic control (PLC) equipment for each batch formulation (minimum 10 or more daily)
- Responsible for breaking-down, cleaning, tooling, setting up and preparing solution for (if required) equipment
- Pull, deliver and stage all materials needed; Complete stock and raw/in-process/finished material transfers
- Troubleshooting and monitoring equipment: hand tools, viscosity meters, pneumatic equipment, pressers, melters, coaters, blenders, technophars, turret lifts, dust removers, part washers, hoppers, mills and solution tanks
- Utilize Mettler moisture analyzers to perform moisture checks on core products
- Must adhere to work instructions to ensure a consistent material is generated per customer specifications are achieved in an safe, effective and efficient manner
- Utilize company ERP system (AS400) for inventory transactions, scanning, label creation, verifying additions to batch records and data entry
- Utilize Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook) to log production outputs, create product start-up documents to record relative standard deviations (RSDs), friability, disintegration, reliability/quality testing)
- May use (but not limited to) power equipment such as a forklift, hand tools, and other devices operated in a warehouse environment (i.e. electric jacks, sit down, stand ups, and cherry picker forklifts for applicable area(s))
- Monitor and adjust machine parameters in specification to maintain finish product quality and ensure proper machine operation
- Ensure that codes/lots and finished products are not mixed
- Removal and reconciliation of excess and unused materials
- Perform calibrations as necessary to keep all parameters in specification
- Perform routine preventative maintenance: Routine clean-up during operation, quick clean between lots, and full clean when required
- Adherence to the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) in effect, assuring the quality and quantity of product produced as required
- Maintain clean work environment at all times, including and not limited to hygiene practices
- Ensure proper labeling of finished product while completing all necessary paperwork / documentation as required (i.e batch records)
- Know and understand the cGMP and other regulatory compliance
- Ensure job specific safety procedures are established and followed
- Maintain awareness and enforcement of health and safety practices and activities
- Be involved in the development, implementation, and updating of health and safety plans and procedures
- Actively participate in health and safety training programs and demonstrate competency based on training received
- Make safety a priority in daily operations by:
- Actively participating in health and safety activities,
- Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements,
- Ensuring adequate resources are provided, and
- Providing suggestions for improvement to the health and safety program
- Other duties as assigned, overtime as required
Qualifications:
- High School diploma or equivalent
- 6 months machine operation experience in a manufacturing environment
- Capacity to perform basic computer transactions.
- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos in English. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization.
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
- Ability to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
IVC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V - EOE
Source : International Vitamin Corporation