Blending Technician I 2nd Shift Mon - Thurs 4:00pm - 2:15am

Par Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Par Health is seeking a Blending Technician to support the production of final dosage blends in a cGMP environment. You will set up equipment, weigh ingredients, and ensure accurate documentation while adhering to SOPs, safety guidelines, and quality controls.

The role requires basic math and the ability to read and follow batch records. You will participate in training, support process improvements and maintain clean, compliant production areas on a day shift.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Basic math skills required.
• Ability to read, interpret and follow SOPs and batch records.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate blending equipment per SOPs.
• Measure, weigh and stage ingredients for batches.
• Label and containerize blended materials per instructions.
• Maintain clean, organized production areas and safe work practices.
• Document weights, processes and sample data accurately.
• Assist with validation batches and quality-related activities.

Skills

Basic math

Documentation

English proficiency

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Why Us?

At Par Health, we believe great healthcare is built on getting the essentials right. We're looking for passionate, talented individuals who share our commitment to improving lives. With a global workforce, we lead with pride and purpose-prioritizing quality and safety while fostering a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and teamwork. Elevating the Essentials isn't just our tagline, it's the higher standard we live by every day.

Job Description Summary

Blend defined quantities of designated raw materials (per specific manufacturing instructions) into final dosage blend stage. Executes all Production processes while strictly adhering to cGMP, Standard Operating Procedures, documentation protocols, environmental health and safety guidelines and any other related regulations that could apply. The Blending Technician is expected to fully participate in both departmental projects and any quality working teams that may be applicable. Supports the leader and subject matter (SME) expert in their area(s) of responsibility. Supports production, operations projects and process improvements. Maintains accurate and compliant documentation on all activities.

Job Description

Essential Functions

• Batch Record Executed
  • A. Sets up and operates equipment in blending operations.
  • B. Makes minor adjustments to equipment as required.
  • C. Verifies scales.
  • D. Inspects production room(s) and equipment for required state of safety and cleanliness.
  • E. Stages materials needed to produce the batch.
  • F. Blends ingredients using appropriate process, time intervals and equipment.
  • G. Places blended materials in containers that have been prepared according to instructions and SOP.
  • H. Prepares and affixes labels at various stages of the blend.
  • I. Weighs materials at various stages of the blending process to ensure accuracy of the blend.
  • J. Records weights, processes, sample data, equipment and other information required on appropriate paperwork (batch folders, equipment records, etc.) to insure documentation prescribed by SOPs and government regulations.
  • K. Prepares and submits samples to Quality Control Laboratory.
  • L. Maintains control of DEA scheduled material in accordance with accepted policy, practice and procedure.
• Level II and III only
  • 1. Assists in running validation and PPT batches.
  • 2. Assists in the training of individuals on equipment and processes.
• Level III only
  • 1. Runs Validation and PPT batches.
  • 2. Writes and update SOP's of medium level of complexity.
  • 3. Reviews new and/or updated batch records.

Line Schedule Adhered to

• A. Is at his/her position on the line ready to start production as required.
• B. Monitors the production process, makes periodic checks and adjusts equipment or work practices to maximize production efficiency, yields, quality and safety. Accurately reports production and ensures reports are completed as required.
• C. Assists maintenance personnel in set-up, adjustments and equipment repairs as trained and instructed.
• D. Ensures that line conditions are acceptable to change from one product to another by ensuring that materials, paperwork, and equipment have been staged for changeover.

Downtime Avoided

• A. Will immediately stop line and notify Line Leader of any safety or quality concerns.
• B. Documents inspections performed and keeps accurate equipment records, clean-up sheets and other required paperwork.
• C. Disassembles, cleans and reassembles basic line equipment according to SOPs. Insures proper inspections are conducted prior to reassembly.
• D. Cleans and assembles dust collector.

Compliance Standards Met

• A. Follows all HSSE rules and regulations. Accepts accountability for own personal safety and identifies potential unsafe conditions to help prevent self and co-workers from being injured.
• B. Complies with all site security requirements.
• C. Performs lock-out/tag-out procedures according to SOPs.
• D. Follows safe working practices in the execution of their assigned duties.
• E. Actively participates in general site and departmental Safety initiatives.
• F. Maintains clean work area; clear away debris, damaged or defective product, cartons, labels and packaging supplies.

Escalation Process Adhered to

• A. Makes initial attempts to identify root cause within scope of decision-making authority while simultaneously notifying next level of leadership.
• B. If attempts at the next level do not resolve the problem and the Associate believes that a higher level needs to be involved, the problem is escalated to the highest level.

Marginal Functions

• A. Assists technicians at other stations within the department as needed.
• B. Works on any blending stations on which you are trained
• C. May be crossed-trained in other functions

Minimum Requirements

Education: High School diploma or GED required. Basic knowledge and the ability to apply mathematical concepts, spelling, English, and grammar.

Experience:

Level I: Preferred minimum of three to twelve mo