Tech Processing

Under direct supervision, compound bulk products for the Packaging Operations. Contributes to ensuring safe working practices are followed and contributes ideas to simplify and standardize the workplace. Shares ownership in achieving world‑class performance and continuous improvement of production. Accountable for helping to achieve strategies and goals of becoming the world‑class, low‑cost/high‑quality producer of choice. About the Role Assembles piping, filters, hose connections and bottom valves. Operates processing equipment, including pumps, mills, mixers, homogenizers, and kettles, and uses automated processing equipment to compound cosmetics and personal care products from raw materials to finished products. Product categories requiring specific training include alcohol products and lip products. Submits finished bulk product to the Quality Control Analytical Laboratory for testing after the completion of all work orders and inventory system tasks. Document and verify product compounding procedures during bulk processing, such as mixing time, mixing temperature, reweighing raws, additions, or corrections. Document production timelines using current best practices. Maintain batch records as specified, calculate yield percentages, and document results. Ensure proper product labeling. Maintains tools and work areas clean and orderly according to GMP practices and routinely sanitizes equipment following Sanitation JSSR’s and work instructions. Performs GMP/Safety Audits to ensure GMP standards are followed daily. Utilizes current inventory system to account for raw material usage, close work orders, and make inventory adjustments as necessary. Operates an RF device to induct raws and move materials to active locations. Performs miscellaneous duties as required, including assisting other technicians. Assembles feed systems to supply finished product to packaging or takes steps to transfer the finished product to proper equipment or warehouse as required. Assists packaging with hookups for delivering bulk products and ensuring the bulk is released. Participates in and provides feedback for first production batches with Process Development. Participates in safety JSA’s, and various lean activities and events, including but not limited to WPO, problem‑solving, 5 Why etc. Follows recycling practices. To save time applying, Mary Kay Inc. does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment‑based visas or any other work authorization for this position at this time. Full‑time employment Work Hours - 12 hrs/day - Monday‑Wednesday (36 hrs/week) Work schedule - 5:50 AM - 6:20 PM Shift differential Pay weekly Full Benefits (Medical, Dental & Vision) - 1st day of work Profit Sharing Paid Time off - 4.667 hrs a month accrual Vacation - 6 hrs a month accrual Skills & Experience EDUCATION: High School Diploma or equivalent EXPERIENCE: 1 year of experience working in a manufacturing environment is preferred. Knowledge of mathematical and chemistry principles acquired through high school or college chemistry is beneficial for mixing raw materials into bulk batches of products and making color corrections. Must have basic math skills, as demonstrated by passing a math test. Must be able to use the metric system to reweigh raw materials and finish bulk according to specification. Must be able to work in a team environment. Must be able to participate and contribute constructively in department meetings to develop problem‑solving skills. Must be able to move 50-80 lbs frequently, lift a maximum weight of 20 kg and push and pull in order to move drums up to 450 lbs. Must be able to pass forklift/pallet jack training, drive a forklift and operate a powered pallet jack in order to transfer raw materials from Central Weigh to the processing area and finished bulk to the elevator. Must be able to stand for extended periods to compound a batch. Must be able to walk, stoop, crouch, kneel, reach, and climb portable stairs in order to load raw materials into the kettle. Must possess manual dexterity to measure raw materials, use measuring equipment, perform quality checks, assemble some processing equipment, and use a computer. Must be able to use precision measuring equipment and metric weights and measures in order to weigh and reweigh raw materials. General knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles such as 5S, problem‑solving, and WPO are desired. Must meet all production/quality standards as defined by the department. Must be able to pass the Respiratory fitting test. Shift or schedule change may be necessary due to changing business needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr