Machine Operator

Burlington, NC 1 Year Contract 9:00 PM to7:00 AM pay range -$16-20/hr Weekly 40.00 hours[Mon-Thu] Qualifications Must have performed the Packaging Operator job function for a minimum of 12 months or have 3+ years of experience working in high-volume, FDA-regulated, and automated manufacturing High school diploma/GED Strong attention to detail Must be willing and/or able to work a flexible work schedule including static or rotating shifts and overtime as required Familiarity with computers for general business use Must be able to comprehend and follow written and verbal instructions in English Experience troubleshooting/optimizing manufacturing processes Demonstrated mastery of at least two BD-SurePath manufacturing operations and the associated documentation, as established through supervisor evaluation/observation or 3+ years of experience operating similar processes in an FDA-regulated environment Ability to perform calculations to analyze process data for comparison to targets/metrics Ability to chart and interpret process data to detect and react to trends Education and Experience Preferred: Associate's Degree in a field related to manufacturing, biology, or business Responsibilities Utilize a variety of equipment and processes to generate finished goods for BD-SurePath, BD-SurePath Plu, and ProEx as required to satisfy all customer, internal, clinical, and other demand. Ensure finished product is manufactured in accordance with procedures and Quality specifications. Inspect in-process parts to ensure consistent quality and remove defective product, packaging, and component material. Responsible for ensuring timely and accurate documentation of all manufacturing activities, including but not limited to device history records and inventory counts. Perform simple mathematical calculations required to assist in completion of batch record. Monitor production lines, anticipating and reacting to problems. Notify supervision of deviations from normal operating conditions. Complete scheduled production runs in an efficient, timely manner to meet production schedules or maintain Kanbans. Utilize Kaizen Action Sheets on a regular basis to suggest and implement improvements to existing processes. Participate in Continuous Improvement projects or events as requested. Assist with inventory counting activities as required. Participate in safety audits as required and actively engage in daily safety discussions/observations. Perform routine cleaning of processing equipment. Abide by all personal protective equipment and product contamination control (i.e. gowning) requirements. Handle hazardous waste as appropriate. Assist with validation activities for new or modified processes and products. Assist with routine maintenance activities as necessary - this includes participation in Preventive Maintenance work and manufacturing line recovery Ensure all work instructions accurately reflect current processes; notify area lead in any instance where approved work instructions are inconsistent or inaccurate. Independently operate (or lead the operation of) all distinct manufacturing lines on a regular basis. Participate in Lean/Six Sigma activities on a regular basis to drive continuous improvement of Reagent processes/products. Assist with root-cause analysis activities for process, product, or inventory exceptions. Job Dimensions Works on assignments that are semi-routine in nature where ability to recognize and assist in recovery from deviation from specification is required. Performs routine work with virtually no supervisory input and new assignments with detailed instructions from supervision. Interacts daily with other employees within Reagent Manufacturing to ensure robust understanding of current activities across the department. Operates independently within the constraints of approved process-related documentation. Interacts daily with counterparts in Quality Control to ensure open communication lines to maximize process efficiency and product quality. Assists in the development and training of Packaging Operators to build their skill-sets beyond entry-level tasks. Trains or seeks training on new and revised procedures to maintain currency on all areas of job scope. #J-18808-Ljbffr MillenniumSoft Inc