Chemical Production Technician

JOB TITLE: Associate Technician Production Operations I (O1)

JOB LOCATION: Carlsbad, CA (Onsite Position)

Contract Duration: 06 months

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

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.

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).