Compounding Associate

The-Visual-Pak-Companies; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life & AD&D insurance

401(k)

Paid time-off

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

Visual Pak Companies in Illinois is seeking a Compounding Associate to blend and transfer heated and emulsified batches, ensuring strict adherence to GMPs and SOPs. You will weigh raw materials, monitor tanks, and collect samples while maintaining safety and accuracy in a fast-paced production environment.

The role requires 3–5 years of experience blending and mixing in manufacturing, plus strong math skills and the ability to train new team members. Excellent attention to detail is essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in relevant topic preferred.
• 3–5 years blending and mixing raw materials in a manufacturing setting.
• Basic mathematical skills and metric system experience.
• Experience with GMPs, SOPs and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Blend and transfer heated, cooled and emulsified batches per instructions.
• Weigh out specified materials using manual scales and formulas.
• Monitor temperature, gauges, pumps, and flow rates; adjust equipment as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of tanks per SOPs.
• Assist in training new compounding associates.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Manual dexterity

English reading comprehension

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in relevant topic (preferred)

Tools

ERP system

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Join the PAKThe Visual Pak Companies are aligned with many of the largest consumer product companies in the household, personal care, automotive and food product industries.30 years of consistent growth with no end in sight is a testament to our best in class workforce as the foundation for our collective success. The Visual Pak is looking for innovative and dedicated achievers who are encouraged to keep a healthy work/life balance to join our team.Compounding AssociateCompounder possessing a flexible skill set including manufacturing quality batches, providing support for the supervisor functions, and directing other preweighers, preps, and janitors.Direct ReportsIndividual contributorPosition Responsibilities-Tasks-DeliverablesAn individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty listed below. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.All duties as assigned and the following specific activities.Follow Hazardous Material and Handling Procedures and go through Initial and Annual Training.Able to perform the fundamental skills of blending and transferring heated batches in multi-phased tanks in accordance with manufacturing instructions, SOPs, and GMPs.Demonstrated ability to blend both heated and cooled batches, as well as emulsified batches.Performs related duties and projects as assigned by management.Works directly with the Compounding Coordinator to establish and implement all directives in a positive and professional manner for compounding and production.Safely loads and unloads tankers, totes, and drums to holding tanks for production.Observes pressure gauges and flow meters, and adjusts valves to regulate speed of pumps and control pressure and rate of flow of materials.Maintains pumps and lines by replacing filters and gaskets, tightening connections, and adjusting pumps.Assists in weighing out specified types and quantities of raw materials using manual scales, according to formulas.Collects samples of rinse water and material for lab analysis.Records product temperature, quantities and/or levels in storage tanks.Utilizes strong attention to detail when conducting inventory of raw materials and storage tanks.Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of all mixing and storage tanks in accordance with all company SOP’s.Demonstrates efficient time management skills to complete required batch documentation records on time.Follows 5S and safety policies and procedures.Help train new compounding associates.Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)Number of blends transferred per shiftLength of time for cleaning and sanitizing tanksBlends transferred on time for productionBenefits:Health InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceLife & AD&D Insurance401(k)401(k) matchPet InsurancePaid time-offPaid holidaysTuition reimbursementFlexible Spending AccountDependent Care SubsidyChildcare ResourcesCommuter BenefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramDisability InsuranceEmployee DiscountsKnowledge-Skills-AbilitiesEducation:High School Diploma or GED- requiredAssociate degree in relevant topic-preferredExperience:3 – 5 years’ experience blending and mixing raw materials in a manufacturing setting.Ability to comprehend GMPs, SOPs and identify compliance and non-compliance with same.Basic mathematical skills, and experience with metric system.Basic knowledge of operating air pumps, electric pumps, and millsPrior experience operating a forklift in a manufacturing settingTechnology/Software:Proficiency with Microsoft Word and ExcelExperience with an ERP system in a manufacturing environment a plusCommunication:Solid English reading/comprehension skills required to understand detailed SOP, formula and Manufacturing Instructions.Physical CapabilitiesMust be able to adapt to temperature and environmental extremes such as hot to cold, dust dirt and chemicals.Must be able to pass respirator fit test per OSHA guidelines.Strength (lifting, dexterity, repetitive motion):Able to lift 50 lbs.Movement (standing, stopping, sitting, crouching, crawling):May be required to work in full-body protective wear for sustained periods while handling hazardous materials.Ability to maintain a high level of physical activity.Hearing: Must be able to hear and understand work direction in a loud, distracting environmentVision: Must be able to judge distance, identify details, and view computer screen regularlyMISCELLANEOUSTravel: N/AVehicle (own): N/ATools (own): N/ATechnology (own): N/AVisual Pak Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Visual Pak does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, gender (orientation or identification), sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis covered by federal, state, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, skills, individual performance, and business needs.