Compounder

Sunrider International; Midlothian (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunrider Manufacturing is seeking a Compounding Operator to set up and operate processing equipment, train others on equipment and processes, and ensure compliance with GMPs and food safety policies.

The role requires following batch records, maintaining clean work areas, and accurately documenting lots and quantities while meeting production goals. Regular duties include operating equipment, performing maintenance checks, and potential cross-departmental work as needed.

Qualifications

• Reading and interpreting simple instructions and numbers.
• Basic mathematical calculations for batch records and measurements.
• Clear communication and ability to follow procedures.

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety policies and contribute to a safe work culture.
• Set up, operate, adjust, troubleshoot, diagnose and maintain production equipment.
• Clean and sanitize production surfaces and equipment.
• Collect updated batch records and verify ingredients and formulas.
• Document lots and quantities accurately and follow step-by-step instructions.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and ensure inventory accuracy by scanning material movements.
• Meet production goals and report downtime or process interruptions.
• Notify supervisor of safety, quality or downtime issues promptly.
• Support other production departments as needed and follow procedures.

Skills

Reading ability

Basic math

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Summary

Responsible for the set-up and operation of processing equipment. Compounding Operator will be required to operate all equipment within the department and will train others on the equipment and processes.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Follow all safety policies and strive to improve our safety culture by identifying, reporting, and correcting unsafe conditions in the workplace.
• Follows all GMPs and food safety policies to protect our brand.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area.
• Set-up, operate, adjust, troubleshoot, diagnose and maintain all production equipment.
• Clean and sanitize production food contact surfaces and equipment.
• Collects updated batch records for product being produced .
• Verifies all ingredients are correct and batch records are followed per formula. Document all lots and qtys accurately. Follow instructions step-by-step. (qty, mixing times, etc )
• Ensure all utensils are clean after use.
• Verify inventory accuracy by scanning material when it is physically moved.
• Effectively run equipment and meet production goals using HR x HR tracking. Report downtime and process interrupters.
• Promptly notify Production Lead/Supervisor of safety, quality or downtime issues.
• Follow departmental procedures and help develop procedures.
• Maintain production logs and complete production and quality checks as required.
• May be requested to work in other production departments as needed.
• All other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education And/or Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills

Ability to read a limited number of two- and three-syllable words and to recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers. Ability to print and speak simple sentences.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Physical Demands

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 stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance . The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear . The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds . Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing 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 exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and risk of electrical shock. The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Must be forklift certified.

Sunrider Manufacturing provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.