Operator

Operators are responsible for operating, monitoring, and maintaining spray driers, mills, and screeners. Performs in-process testing on intermediate products and finished goods. Accountable to follow all SOPs and GMPs.

Monitor and maintain mills and screeners Obtains & hangs crystal over feed acrison to supply mill or screener Obtains a proper inventory of empty pallets, drums and sacks to supply their machine Perform accuracy checks of container weights Makes changes to the machine to maintain quality specifications as outlined in the production lab book Tests all necessary samples from their machine according to specifications listed in the production lab result books Fill intermediate/finished goods containers as described in standard operating procedures

Obtains & hangs crystal over feed acrison to supply mill or screener

Obtains a proper inventory of empty pallets, drums and sacks to supply their machine

Perform accuracy checks of container weights

Makes changes to the machine to maintain quality specifications as outlined in the production lab book

Tests all necessary samples from their machine according to specifications listed in the production lab result books

Fill intermediate/finished goods containers as described in standard operating procedures

Operate a forklift to load and unload materials, transport products, and assist in material handling activities

Inspect equipment to include, but not limited to forklifts, pumps, lines/hoses, fittings, ladders, etc.

Accurately record all pertinent processing data

Fulfill written work orders as assigned

Strong commitment to safety, quality, and adherence to regulatory standards

Adhere to all safety protocols and always wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)

All other tasks assigned by supervision and/or management.

Position Requirements

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent

Traveling Required: n/a

Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., stand, walk, reach, stoop, squat, climb ramps & stairs, push and pull, reach at or below waist level and occasionally overhead, drive (forklift), hear, understand, and distinguish speech and other sounds (machinery alarms).

Job Competencies

IT Skills: Microsoft Suite experience is preferred but not required

Language Skills: Ability to speak, write, and read English.

Interpersonal Skills: Adaptability, collaboration, communication

Problem Solving: Critical thinking, prioritization, flexibility

Teamwork: Reliability, Accountability, Respect for Diversity

Communication: Nonverbal, written, and oral skills are required