Operator, Beads

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Date

11/2020

Location

1300 Airport Road, North Brunswick NJ 

Title

Production Operator

Department

Standard Manufacturing - Beads

Reports to

Production Supervisor

FLSA (Exempt or Non-Exempt

Non-Exempt

Role Overview

The Beads Operator is responsible for the operation and set up of mills, granulators, drying oven, blenders, screening equipment, fluid bed dryers, feeders, etc. in accordance with company standard operating procedures. The position includes set up, operation, cleaning, and preventative maintenance of all related equipment. The Operator is accountable for overall performance including safety, quality, shrink, attainment, and production efficiency.  Operators must be capable of operating multiple like machines at one time and learning to operate a variety of equipment within the manufacturing area. 

Areas of Responsibility

• Follows batch records, SOP’s, and cGMP's guidelines to ensure product specifications and tolerances are met.
• Ensures full compliance with Company policies, procedures, GMP’s, Ethical Business Practice, and SOP’s at all times. Ensures documentation such as operation logs, batch records, etc. are fully completed, signed and in compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Ensures that product meets applicable quality standards. This includes inspection for quality during operation and performing all required sampling and testing.
• Completes all labeling and inventory movements to ensure accurate inventory control.
• Dismantles and cleans any accessories and equipment while also maintaining a clean work area.
• Trains in the operation, cleaning and set-up of the following pieces of equipment as well as new equipment:

1. Vector Fluid Bed Dryer, inserts, and ancillary equipment
2. K-Tron powder feeder
3. Air Classifying Mill
4. Fitz mill/Multi mill
5. Double cone/V- blenders: 6cu. ft. to 150 cu. ft. 

• Screens/ sieves equipment 
• Fills in appropriate logbooks for equipment and rooms.
• Performs all material handling of products and components.
• Correctly document all steps on batch record.
• Participates in any investigation for a deviation involving a batch record.
• Maintains proper gowning and hygiene to ensure integrity of the product as per company policies.
• Works extended hours and occasional weekend overtime.
• Other duties as assigned

Other Responsibilities Including Safety:

• Works in a safe and responsible manner to create an injury-free and incident-free workplace.
• Complies with all job-related safety and other training requirements.
• Keeps management informed of area activities and of any significant problems.

Requirements

Education & Qualification:

• High school graduate or GED equivalent
• Minimum of one (1) year work experience in nutritionals, supplements, food, or pharmaceutical manufacturing industries.

Certifications, Licenses, Credentials:

• N/A

Skills & Ability

• Demonstrates ability to work in a team and assist others.
• Able to follow written instructions precisely and perform basic math calculations as required.
• Understands and is knowledgeable of cGMP, OSHA standards, etc.
• Mechanically inclined to understand the inner workings of the equipment.
• Demonstrates the ability to read and write basic English to be able to understand the industry-regulated instruction sheets.

Additional Skills and Required Technical Ability per Position Level:

Level 1 

Pay Rate: $19.00 - $23.00

• 1-2 years experience
• Operates fluid bed dryer, blending, screening & milling machines.
• Must be proficient in proper setup and operation of equipment in work area

Level 2 

Pay Rate: $22.00 - $24.00

• 2-4 years’ experience plus responsibilities above
• Operates, cleans, sets all machines in work area.
• A clear understanding of the principal functions of the bead department. 
• Completes batch card independently, follow SOP’s and GMP’s strictly 
• Certified forklift operator.

Level 3 

Pay Rate: $24.00 - $27.00

• 5+ Years’ experience plus responsibilities above
• Operates, cleans, sets all machines in work area.
• Must be highly skilled in the proper set up an operation of blenders and granulators.
• Applies cGMP’s & completes batch card instructions accurately - able to train all activities in bead manufacturing department.
• Ability to work with minimum to no supervision 
• Ability to train new employees 

Physical Requirements (lifting, etc.):  

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.; occasionally lift and move up to 75 pounds.
• Must stand and walk on the production floor for a minimum of 6 hours per shift
• Uses hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate objects or controls, lifting to waist height and/or above shoulder height, frequent bending from the waist, or squatting, walking short distances.
• Occasionally works from a rolling ladder or step stool, must be to lean over equipment as well as kneeling on the floor to clean under the equipment.
• Must be able to wear all PPE including a lab coat, face mask, booties, gloves, safety glasses/goggles, and respirators.

Work Environment (Office, Warehouse, temperature extremes, etc.):

• Work is regularly performed inside a manufacturing environment where temperatures can be moderate, exposure to dust, odors, noise, and fumes. The noise level is usually moderate. Employees can be exposed daily to chemicals and cleaning agents.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being  performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the job responsibilities, duties, skill, or working conditions. In addition, this document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.

USPL is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state, or federal law.

Benefits And Compensation:  Our benefits are designed to help you move forward in your career, and in areas of your life outside of USPL. From health and wellness benefit options including: medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, AD&D insurance. We also offer a matched 401(k) savings plan. Employees have the opportunity to receive compensation in the form of premium pay such as overtime, shift differential, holiday pay, sick time, etc. Newly hired employees receive up to 10 days of vacation the first year, which grows to 12 days starting the second year of employment.