Manufacturing Operator

DuPont™ Spectrum™; Farmingdale (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

DuPont Spectrum is seeking a Manufacturing Operator to setup, operate and troubleshoot production equipment for medical components. The role involves working with extrusion, molding, braiding or grinding and collaborating with manufacturing, maintenance, quality assurance and technical teams.

Responsibilities include documenting activities, following procedures, handling inks and solvents, complying with FDA GMP and safety policies, and communicating in English.

Qualifications

• GED or high school diploma required; related experience ok.
• Inventory software and MS Office familiarity.
• Mechanical aptitude and basic math skills required.

Responsibilities

• Setup/Operate/Troubleshoot production machinery (extruders, molding, braiding, grinders).
• Document activities accurately and completely.
• Follow sequences of operations for cutting, bonding, inspection and packing.

Skills

Mechanically inclined

Detail oriented

Basic math skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Inventory Software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Summary

The primary role of a Manufacturing Operator is to setup/operate/troubleshoot equipment using established processes for the manufacture of medical components. Roles include but are not limited to: Extrusion, Molding, Braiding or Grinding. This person could work with manufacturing personnel, maintenance, quality assurance and technical teams.

Summary

The primary role of a Manufacturing Operator is to setup/operate/troubleshoot equipment using established processes for the manufacture of medical components. Roles include but are not limited to: Extrusion, Molding, Braiding or Grinding. This person could work with manufacturing personnel, maintenance, quality assurance and technical teams.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Setup/Operate/Troubleshoot production machinery such as Thermoplastic Extruders and line supporting equipment, Molding Machines, Monofilament Braiders, Centerless Grinders, and RF Tipping platforms
• Documenting activities accurately and completely
• Following sequences of operations in performing techniques such as cutting, bonding, inspection, and packing.
• Working with (and near) inks, isopropyl alcohol, and other manufacturing-related liquids
• Complying with FDA regulations and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), general safety and manufacturing procedures, and company practices and policies
• Ability to read, comprehend and communicate in English
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or one to three months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Computer skills required: Inventory Software; Microsoft Office
• Other skills required: Mechanically inclined, detail oriented, basic math skills

Company Competencies

• Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

Job Competencies

• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.

Physical Demands And Work Enviornment

• Frequently required to stand, walk
• Occasionally required to sit
• Frequently required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
• Occasionally required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl
• Frequently required to talk or hear
• Frequently work near moving mechanical parts
• Occasionally work around fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals
• While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud
• The employee must occasionally lift and /or move more than 35 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include: Close vision; Color vision; Peripheral vision; Depth perception and ability to adjust focus