Production Operator

Production Technician

Eastridge Workforce Solutions is committed to connecting skilled professionals with meaningful career opportunities. We are seeking a Production Technician to support our client's team. Location: Huntington Beach, CA Shift: 6pm-6am Hourly Pay Range – $23.00-$23.50/hr Employment Type: Full Time Schedule: alternating work week (4 days of work, 3 days off and then 3 days of work and 4 off)

Job Summary: The Production Technician 1 is part of a team that reports to the Shift Supervisor and is responsible for setting up production equipment, preparing batches per established recipes, monitoring the fermentation process, and processing the fermentation slurry to a purified state while ensuring product meets established quality standards, and the production area and equipment is kept clean.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Follow batch records and set points to prepare, measure, mix, and load media into reactors, tanks, or other equipment.
• Use HMI (human-machine interface) system to monitor system performance and adjust equipment parameters to meet production goals.
• Replace consumable items (ie. filters) and calibrate probes and scales to ensure product quality.
• Operate liquid and solid material handling equipment including mixers, pumps, centrifuges, conveyors, dryers, etc.
• Perform in-process testing of process material in a laboratory setting to ensure product specifications are met.
• Accurately input data on batch records, logs, and computer systems to document production activities and results.
• Follow established CIP (clean-in-place) protocols to ensure the cleanliness of equipment and devices.
• Handle production chemicals and participate in chemical spill/leak response and clean up using appropriate chemical-rated personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Communicate and coordinate with other operators, supervisors, engineers, and maintenance staff to ensure smooth and efficient production operations.
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues or escalate problems that may arise during plant operations.
• Safely operate forklifts, scissor lifts, and bucket lifts as needed.
• Perform inspections and safety checks on equipment and work areas to ensure compliance with 6S protocols.
• Follow company safety procedures and regulations, and wear appropriate PPE (personal protective equipment) at all times.

Requirements:

• 2 or more years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Able to speak, read and write in English.
• Must be able to learn to operate machinery systems safely, and then regularly demonstrate safe operation of production equipment.
• Safely operate forklifts

Benefits: Eastridge Workforce Solutions offers the following benefits, subject to applicable eligibility requirements. Due to the varying length(s) of temporary assignments, Eastridge Workforce Solutions' Temporary Staff are not eligible for paid time off, unless required by applicable state law in which the position is based. However, from time to time Eastridge's clients may offer additional benefits to Eastridge employees while on assignment. Information about those benefits will be communicated when applicable. Equal Opportunity Employer: Eastridge Workforce Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity, and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Eastridge Workforce Solutions also prohibits harassment or retaliation of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is our policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Please note that Eastridge is unable to provide visa sponsorship to applicants. Background Checks: Certain clients require Eastridge Workforce Solutions to perform background checks. Massachusetts Candidates: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Privacy: Information collected and processed as part of your candidate profile, job application, resume, and/or any other information you choose to submit is subject to Eastridge's Privacy Policy.