Compounding

Overview
Reporting to the Compounding Manager, the Compounding oversees all the daily tasks related to the batching process for the Compounding department. 

About Us

Founded in 2010 and based in the Austin area, Goodkind is a leading manufacturer of clean and green personal care and beauty products. Goodkind specializes in natural deodorant, skincare, and facial care products. The company has a wealth of experience in the formulation of these products and can develop according to a variety of guidelines from consumer organizations such as Ecocert to EWG, to retailers such as Credo or Sephora.

Goodkind is a certified B Corporation. As such, we balance purpose and profit, considering the impact of decisions across associates, customers, suppliers, community, and the environment. Goodkind believes by following this central multi-stakeholder approach, we are creating optimal value for each stakeholder while leaving the world a better place.

What You’ll Do 

Administrative Tasks:: 

• Oversee batch production each day.  
• Able to open each morning. 
• Ensure all daily lab department tasks are completed. 
• Ensure batches are properly processed based on the daily batch schedule.  
• Keep record of defective, damaged, spilled, or otherwise lost materials or finished bulk product. 
• Responsible for keeping department KPIs up to date. 
• Work with the Compounding Supervisor/Manager to find problems and their solutions.   
• Train new employees as needed; help keep training documents up-to-date. 
• Responsible for updating/responding to Asana tasks/messages, Slack messages, emails, and all other company communication in a timely manner
• Resolve small conflicts among team members 
• Work with maintenance to maintain necessary equipment and tools working properly.

Daily Tasks: 

• Ensure team is following all safety guidelines
• Work with the compounding team to produce all batches following the processing instructions
• Keep track of all documentation related to the batching process and ensure it is filled out correctly
• Work with Quality Control to ensure the approval of all batches.
• Work closely with the Compounding Supervisor/Manager to determine appropriate tanks needed for the production schedule. 
• Work with the Industrial Cleaning Lead to ensure the tanks are being downloaded/cleaned in a timely manner. 
• Work with the Pre-weigh Lead/Supervisor to push out the proper batches on the schedule.
• With the help of Research and Development and Process Engineering, problem solve all batching issues that arise. 
• Promptly and accurately complete all paperwork each day. 
• Other duties as assigned by the Compounding Supervisor/Manager. 

What We Require

• 2 years compounding experience
• High School diploma or equivalent, Bachelor’s Degree in a science preferred
• GMP and ISO 22716 experience preferred
• Ability to stand for a significant portion of the shift
• Must be willing to work overtime and or weekend work as required by management or the production schedule
• Must be able to perform fundamental mathematical calculations
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing 
• Experience with operational planning
• Mastery knowledge of natural product and material as well as lab and production equipment
• Knowledge of look, smell, feel, and other attributes of bulk products. 
• Understand tools and equipment utilized by the Compounding Department 
• Understand how all products are processed
• Availability to be onsite daily with reliable attendance during work hours; must be available/reachable during off hours in case of emergency
• Consistently meet individual and team goals daily 
• Capable of working under stress and in action-demanding situations when required; willingness to work beyond normal hours to meet deadlines when necessary
• Ability to work cross-functionally across the organization, maintaining a positive and professional attitude

• Medical, Vision, and Dental benefits paid 100% by the company 
• 401k with company match
• PTO annually
• paid holidays