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Scale Up Technician

McClatchy
La Porte, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 10/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/13/2026

POSITION SUMMARY

As a Scale Up Technician, you will support research and development and production activities by operating equipment, maintaining safe work practices, collecting process data, and assisting with quality assurance activities. This entry-level role provides hands-on training in manufacturing processes, equipment operation, safety compliance, and continuous improvement while building foundational technical skills in a fast-paced operational environment. Working closely with engineers and production teams, you will contribute to trial execution, equipment maintenance, and process optimization efforts while supporting the company's commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence. 

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Operate, monitor, and adjust manufacturing equipment to support production and scale-up activities.
  • Perform equipment inspections, cleaning, preventive maintenance, and basic troubleshooting activities. 
  • Collect, record, and verify process and quality data to support operational and engineering teams.
  • Inspect finished goods and raw materials to ensure compliance with quality standards.
  • Maintain housekeeping and 5S standards to support a safe and efficient work environment. 
  • Follow all safety procedures, including PPE requirements, lockout/tagout practices, and incident reporting processes.
  • Assist with implementing approved process changes and responding to operational issues within established guidelines.
  • Participate in training and development activities to build technical knowledge and operational capability. 

QUALIFICATIONS

 

Education and Experience

  • High school diploma or equivalent required. 
  • Previous manufacturing, production, equipment operation, or industrial experience preferred. 
  • Experience working in a safety-focused environment is preferred. 

Skills

  • Equipment operation and basic troubleshooting.
  • Safety compliance and safe work practices.
  • Quality inspection and data collection.
  • Planning, organization, and attention to detail.
  • Basic maintenance and equipment care.

Behaviors

  • Ensures Accountability
  • Drives Results
  • Collaborates Effectively
  • Communicates Clearly
  • Action Oriented
  • Optimizes Work Processes
  • Self-Development and Continuous Learning

Status: Full Time

 

Additional information

Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:

  • The compensation range that is described below is the possible base pay compensation that the company believes in good faith that it will pay for this role at the time of posting based on job grade for the position. Individual compensation within this range is based on many factors such as years of experience etc. so the company might pay more or less than the posted range and it is understood that this range may be modified in the future.
  • In addition to base compensation, MonoSol provides a yearly incentive compensation bonus, a profit sharing bonus when eligible, a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurances, short term disability, long term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, term life insurance, voluntary term life insurance, transit flexible spending account (if applicable), employee assistance program, identity theft protection, 401k and paid time off (vacation and sick days).

 

Hourly Rate - $21.00 per hour


Incentive Compensation Bonus Target - 4%


Paid Time Off - 15 days

CLOSING

 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. The Company reserves the right to modify this job description as business needs require.

DISCLAIMER

 

As part of the employment process, finalist candidates may be required to successfully complete applicable pre-employment screenings, including a background check, drug screen, and/or physical examination where permitted by law. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to protected status under applicable law.

Salary : $21

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