Formulation Technician I

STAAR Surgical Company; Aliso Viejo (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

STAAR Surgical Company in California is seeking a Production Associate to support the manufacture of in-process materials, including HEMA and collagen solutions. You will maintain glassware and equipment and perform related processing tasks to ensure quality and productivity.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent, at least 2 years of laboratory or related experience, and the ability to read, write, and speak English.

Qualifications

• Ability to understand and implement general GMP concepts.
• Ability to take direction from lead/supervisor and other management
• Capable of learning and performing duties with minimum supervision.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Thorough knowledge and appropriate implementation of intermediate production functions such as Manufacture of In-process Materials (HEMA, Collagen Solution)
• Maintain all equipment (including glassware) used for In-process Materials production
• Collamer Rod Grinding
• Collamer Button Inspection
• Collamer Material Test Sample Preparation
• Collamer Drying Process
• Sample Water Systems
• Completes required production documentation accurately.
• Consistently meets quality and productivity targets.
• Appropriately follows company policies, rules, and regulations.
• Maintain work area environment in a clean and orderly manner.
• Work independently in the areas assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma, GED or equivalent combination of education/experience

Job description

MAIN JOB RESPONSIBILITIES / COMPETENCIES

1. Thorough knowledge and appropriate implementation of intermediate production functions such as Manufacture of In-process Materials (HEMA, Collagen Solution)
2. Maintain all equipment (including glassware) used for In-process Materials production
3. Perform other manufacturing processes, such as:
   • Collamer Rod Grinding
   • Collamer Button Inspection
   • Collamer Material Test Sample Preparation
   • Collamer Drying Process
4. Sample Water Systems
5. Completes required production documentation accurately.
6. Consistently meets quality and productivity targets.
7. Appropriately follows company policies, rules, and regulations.
8. Maintain work area environment in a clean and orderly manner.
9. Work independently in the areas assigned.
10. Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & TRAINING

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent combination of education/experience.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 2yrs laboratory experience; or work experience

SKILLS

• Ability to understand and implement general GMP concepts.
• Ability to take direction from lead/supervisor and other management
• Capable of learning and performing duties with minimum supervision.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

Pay range: $22-$24 per hour - Final compensation/salary will be dependent on experience

STAAR Surgical is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.