Compounder

Carma Laboratories Inc; Franklin (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Carma Laboratories Inc. in Wisconsin is seeking a dedicated Compounder II to support production lines. You will follow GMPs and GDPs, prepare batches, and verify labels, quantities, and temperatures while maintaining accurate records.

You will operate and clean equipment, assist with material handling, and participate in continuous improvement with your supervisor. The role requires attention to safety, ability to lift up to 75 pounds, and the discipline to work in a fast-paced, onsite facility.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year in a similar environment.
• Demonstrated ability to follow SOPs for cleaning and operation of equipment.
• Ability to identify problems and communicate them to the supervisor.
• Basic math skills.
• Good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Load materials into oven and record in a log.
• Daily calibration and proper scale use.
• Move, log and daily scale check.
• Follow master cleaning schedule and document daily cleaning tasks.
• Label drums with correct item and lot numbers.
• General housekeeping and equipment sanitation.

Skills

Communication

Basic math

SOP adherence

QA documentation

Problem solving

Continuous improvement

Tools

RF scanner

NAV ERP

Job description

Position Summary:The Compounder II performs all tasks necessary to keep product available for the production lines.Reports to: Production SupervisorFunctional Responsibilities:Maintain strong communication with your supervisor for daily activitiesKnow and follow safety procedures related to Hazcom, ergonomics, safe lifting, PPE (Personal Protection Equipment) requirements, etc.Safely handle hot materials and transfer into various containers.Follow Good Documentation Practices (GDPs). Fill out paperwork correctly and make notes for correct errors.Follow the plan and prioritize materials movement using drum lift or PIV equipment (electronic pallet jack or forklift stacker)Complete electronic material transactions with RF scannerReview daily transactions in NAV (ERP) for accuracyReview and complete all steps in a work order or recipeWeight and add ingredients to a batchVerify and label containers accurately - item number, lot number, date of expiration, etc.Complete flux pump tank cleaning and sanitizing following work instructions and record status in cleaning log.Follow first expiry and first out (FEFO) to use old inventory first. Report discrepancies and inventory quantity to keep inventory accurate.Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) for the compounding departmentReport quality issues immediately to supervisorReport any malfunctioning equipment to supervisorSupport supervisor to create and develop a culture that includes de following principles; Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost.Other duties/projects as assigned by supervisor including but not limited to:Load materials into oven and record in a logDaily calibration and proper scale use. Move, log and daily scale check.Follow work instructions for tank cleaning and sanitizing; Record current production run and record status in cleaning log.Follow master cleaning schedule and document daily cleaning tasksLoad and unload dishwasher; and follow work instructions for dishwasher.Fill, maintain and operate floor scrubberProperly label drums by removing old labels, matching item and lot number, and placing label on drums.General housekeeping including but not limited to cleaning spills, wipe down equipment and tools.Required Experience, Desired Skills & Qualifications:Minimum 1 year in similar environmentKeep up with a fast-paced environmentDemonstrated Continuous Improvement completing the task indicated by the department leadGood communication skillsBasic Math skillsBe able to follow SOP for cleaning and operation of the equipmentBe able to fill proper QA documentationAbility to identify problems and communicate them to the supervisorPhysical Requirements:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit or stand; use hands, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.Employee must be able to sit or stand for up to 10 hours in a workday.Ability to function in highly stressful situations.Environmental Requirements:The work environments described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job onsite. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.This position is required to be onsite.Must be able to work in a changing temperature environment.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.Must wear N95 respirator and meet requirements (no facial hair)Steel toe shoes are required.