Formulation Specialist I

Zoetis, Inc; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Zoetis seeks a Formulation Specialist - Aseptic to assemble, prepare, and clean manufacturing equipment and run formulation processes for animal health products. The role emphasizes detail, safe handling of materials, and adherence to SOPs in a lean production setting.

The position requires strong documentation discipline, proficiency with Microsoft tools, and teamwork to support continuous improvement in a cGMP environment. Evening shift availability is noted with 2:00 PM–10:30 PM start times.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic math, English communication, legible penmanship and reading comprehension.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and reference technical documentation.
• Basic use of Microsoft applications.
• Effective interpersonal communication and a positive outlook.
• Critical thinking, collaborative investigation and solution development skills.
• Strong mechanical skills with hand tools.
• Cannot be allergic to Cephalosporin/Penicillin.

Responsibilities

• Follow batch records, SOPs, and safety guidelines per cGMPs.
• Operate, maintain, troubleshoot and repair formulation equipment.
• Assemble, disassemble, and clean formulation equipment and work areas.
• Handle hazardous materials safely by following gowning procedures and SOPs.
• Follow detailed recipes to ensure right-first-time mixing of ingredients.
• Monitor, evaluate and adjust processes or equipment for quality and efficiency.
• Maintain complete and accurate task documentation.
• Communicate effectively with support personnel and leadership.
• Work as a team to meet production schedules and department objectives.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Safety culture

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft applications

Job description

States considered: Michigan

Role Description:

Formulation Specialist - Aseptic

Zoetis, the global leader in animal health, is looking for an engaged and driven individual to join our formulation team. Zoetis has been leading animal health since its inception in 2012 and we pride ourselves on providing all manner of quality solutions for our customer's animal health needs.

Position Summary:

The Formulation Specialist performs the assembly, preparation, and cleaning of manufacturing equipment and conducts manufacturing processes for animal health products in the formulation area. This is a position that requires high attention to detail, awareness of the sensitivities of working in a manufacturing environment, an engaged work ethic as part of a high-performance team and communicating in a manner that is conducive to effective working relationships. This position requires use of Microsoft applications and good organizational skills in order to maintain an orderly work environment. All activities are conducted within a safety-minded culture that strives for continuous improvement.

All work is performed in strict compliance with manufacturing standards and regulatory requirements in a lean manufacturing environment. This includes adhering to proper documentation practices and following instructions provided in standard operating procedures and batch records.

If you have an engaged work ethic and enjoy the challenge of maximizing quality and efficiency as part of a high performance team, this may be a great opportunity for you!

Position Responsibilities:

• Ensure all tasks are performed in accordance with applicable batch records, standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety guidelines, as well as applicable regulatory standards, such as current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs)


• Operate, maintain, troubleshoot and make minor repairs on formulation equipment


• Assembly, disassembly, and proper cleaning of formulation equipment and work areas


• Ability to work with hazardous materials in a controlled manner by following proper gowning procedures, all SOPs, and safety guidelines


• Follow specific and detailed recipe instructions, requiring "right first time" measuring and mixing of ingredients to create finished products


• Monitor, evaluate and adjust processes or equipment to maximize quality and efficiency


• Maintain complete and accurate documentation of all tasks completed


• Effectively communicate with support personnel and leadership


• Work together as a team to maintain production schedule and department objectives

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)


• Basic math, English communication skills, legible penmanship, and reading comprehension


• Ability to follow detailed instructions and reference technical documentation


• Basic use of Microsoft applications and general computer skills


• Effective interpersonal communication and a positive outlook


• Critical thinking, collaborative investigation and solution development skills


• Strong mechanical skills along with experience in the use of various hand tools


• Candidates cannot be allergic to Cephalosporin/Penicillin

Technical Skill Requirements

• Knowledge of cGMP's and production practices


• Experience in a Lean Production and/or manufacturing environment


• Reliable transportation and good attendance/time management skills


• Experience in Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement work environment; 5S, visual schedule, PDCA, M1, etc.


• Ability to train on area SOP's/OJT's- equipment, process, paperwork


• Experience in working with Tech Writer, creating and maintaining training documentation

Physical Position Requirements

• Routine lifting of 20-50 lbs.


• Prolonged periods of sitting and standing


• Flexible hours and overtime may be required


• Manual dexterity and ability to keep up with pace of production standards


• Work Environment: Colleague will work in a facility that manufactures Cephalosporins and must not be Cephalosporin sensitive. Must work near moving mechanical parts. Eye protection and other personal protective equipment are required.


• 2nd Shift (2:00PM-10:30PM)

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