Bulk Liquid Manufacturing Specialist - SAP & Changeovers

Edgewell Personal Care Italy S.R.L.; Sidney (OH); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Edgewell Personal Care is seeking a Bulk Liquid Manufacturing Associate at our Sidney, OH facility to coordinate and complete the manufacturing and testing of bulk liquids for production.

You will enter daily production into SAP, monitor materials, support changeovers, and ensure compliance with FDA, GMP and GDP requirements. This role requires ability to lift up to 70 lbs and flexible shifts.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required; a 2-year degree is preferred.
• Strong problem solving and organizational skills are essential.
• Experience managing multiple priorities in lab/packaging or similar is expected.
• Solid written and verbal technical communication skills are required.
• PPE training and respirator certification are required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and complete manufacturing and intermediate testing of bulk liquid.
• Enter daily bulk production into SAP and monitor materials.
• Manage bulk changeovers and support production scheduling.
• Verify batching documentation and ensure SOP conformance.
• Assist with inquiries from production personnel and ensure FDA, GMP, GDP compliance.
• Handle waste neutralization and CIP system operations.

Skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Technical communication

Education

High School diploma

2-year degree preferred

Tools

SAP

Batch management systems

CIP system

Job description

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Edgewell is a global team of over 6,000 visionaries, doers and makers. Our secret is people, and we have an inspiring and collaborative global force of them. Our portfolio of over 25 brands touches lives in more than 50 countries by making useful things joyful. Together, we reimagine good mornings and endless summers, strive for more sustainable ways to beautify and bond, and do it all with not only confidence but determination.

Prepared By / Date:

November 1: Re-name position title only

Department: Production

Approval / Date:

Reports To: Production Supervisor

Direct Reports: NA

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION :

Responsible for coordinating and completing the manufacturing and intermediate testing of bulk liquid to support production of all products manufactured in Sidney operations facilities.

JOB FUNCTION :

• Manufacture bulk liquid per production order and schedule for Plant 2.
• Manage bulk changeovers at Plant 2.
• Enter daily bulk production into SAP.
• Use SAP system to monitor raw material inventory, packaging production, as well as anything else which affects bulk liquid manufacturing quantities and timing.
• Communicate regularly with line supervisors and lead operators to make necessary real time schedule changes.
• Complete cycle counts of chemical raw materials and bulk.
• Unload and sample alcohol from tankers.
• Maintain DI water system to provide constant supply of approved water.
• Complete preliminary and intermediate chemical testing on bulk batches.
• Do product changeovers and complete necessary documentation.
• Maintain standard operating procedures for batching activities; verify accuracy and conformance to specifications.
• Obtain and document samples of bulks and raw materials for testing, as required.
• Assist production personnel with questions/concerns regarding bulks or changeovers.
• Responsible for following all FDA, GMP and GDP requirements
• Neutralization of waste tank and discharge of waste water.
• Knowledge of CIP system and its use
• Foaming of equipment

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENT:

• Minimum of High School diploma; 2- year degree preferred; any education,/training a plus.
• Self-motivated individual with problem solving capabilities and good organizational skills.
• Prior experience in effectively managing multiple priorities in lab, packaging or equivalent.
• Strong written and oral technical communication skills.
• PPE (personal protective equipment) trained, including respirator certified.
• Math skills equivalent to minimum High School level; strong computer skills.
• Ability to accurately prepare and document the preparation of multi-component bulk mixes.
• Experience with inventory and batch management systems a plus.
• Must be flexible with respect to working hours. Temporary rotation of shifts to meet workload and training requirements is expected.
• Must be Tow motor certified.
• Job demands occasional heavy lifting (up to 70 lbs.) and moving of bulk raw materials.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be fitted for respirator and pass all respirator test requirements
• Must be able to have 20/20 vision corrected
• Must be able to hear
• Must be able to read and have basic math skills
• Must be able to walk
• Must be able to climb up/down frequently
• Must be able to stand for long periods
• Must be able to lift 70 Lbs., occasionally – 50 Lbs. or less, frequently
• Must be able to grip/grasp
• Must be able to figure and comprehend formula equations

Edgewell is an equal opportunity employer. We do all we can to create a collaborative and diverse global team, where good ideas can thrive, and our colleagues can learn and lead. We prohibit discrimination based on age, color, disability, marital or parental status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. We listen deeply and speak directly to create an environment that’s open to difference. We aim to bring joy to not only the products we create and the people we serve, but our colleagues across the globe too.