Operator

- United States - VWR International

Carpinteria (CA)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 39,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

VWR International in Carpinteria, CA seeks an intermediate level production operator to monitor the production process, assemble components, and ensure safety, quality and timeliness of output.

Under close supervision, you will use hand and power tools, stage materials, take samples for QC, and coordinate with Supervisors and Maintenance to keep lines running smoothly.

Qualifications

Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
1–3 years of related experience in a manufacturing facility.
Experience in a chemical plant preferred.
Proficient reading, writing, and speaking English.
Knowledge of safety, PPE, and regulatory requirements.
Familiarity with cGMP is a plus.

Responsibilities

Follow safety PPE requirements and work safely.
Ensure lines are set up and run to the production schedule.
Perform preventative maintenance on equipment.
Stage and unload railcars and tank trucks.
Take bulk samples and deliver to QC lab.
Take particle count samples for testing.
Prepare customer trucks and associated paperwork.
Keep accurate production records.
Collaborate with Supervisors and Maintenance.
Monitor and assist packaging operators.
Stop line and notify QA if contamination occurs.
Comply with cGMP requirements.
Manage hazardous and universal waste per regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Demonstrated mechanical ability

Organizational skills

Problem analysis

English communication

Math skills

Critical thinking

Multi-tasking

RCRA Training

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Opportunity:

Intermediate level position; monitor the production process system to ensure proper operation. Inspect, check and document process production activities. Perform container preparation, bulk and non-bulk filling, shipping and receiving activities and other production and facility capacities as assigned. Ensure safety, quality of workmanship, efficiency and timeliness when performing the assigned work.

Job Description Summary

Under close supervision, assemble mechanical units or fabricated parts to make sub-assemblies or complete products within routine and repetitive assembly operations. Use various hand and power tools and operates equipment which may include jigs, dies, fixtures, templates, punch presses, riveting machines, circular shears, and drill presses in order to cut, file, fit, punch, ream, rivet, form, and/or assemble. Fit, align, calibrate, and adjust parts and mechanisms to meet tolerances and product requirements. Monitor quality of products and raw materials.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Adhere to all safety precautions and PPE (personal protection equipment) requirements while completing the assigned duties in a safe manner.
Responsible for ensuring the lines are set-up and running to the production schedule in accordance to the work orders Understand line and pump configuration and be able to clean and inspect lines as well as perform line change-overs as needed.
Perform preventative maintenance on equipment and ensure that items that fail checks are addressed.
Stage and unload railcars and tank trucks.
Take bulk samples from both railcars and tank trucks and deliver to QC lab.
Take particle count samples and run particle count tests.
Prepare customer trucks to include sealing, sampling, and associated paperwork. Inspect and close MPO's.
Keep accurate production records.
Collaborates with Supervisors and Maintenance Personnel, to determine equipment set-up and operations.
Monitor and assist assigned packaging operators.
Works with the Quality Assurance Department to understand, recognize and rectify quality issues. Has the authority and responsibility to stop the line and notify QA of a contamination event.
Ability to perform the duties of both a packaging operator and material handler.
Comply with all cGMP requirements.
Manage hazardous and universal waste according to local, state and federal regulations.
Performs other duties as assigned with or without accommodation

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent is required.

Experience:

1 - 3 years of related experience in a manufacturing facility, preferable a chemical plant.

Skills/Competencies:

Demonstrated mechanical ability.

Strong organizational, prioritization, and problem analysis skills

Strong interpersonal communication skills including the ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language

Strong basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division)

Critical decision-making skills, creativity, multi-tasking ability

RCRA Training

Other Skills:

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS/SCOPE:

Reports to production supervisor.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

May be exposed to both extreme heat and cold. Typical of production area: occasional noise, heat, fumes and dust.

DISCLAIMER:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

Spirometry Exam Required? Yes

Attendance Requirements:

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week), Monday through Friday during core business hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Overtime as required to accomplish assignments.

(Use "NA" to indicate "Not Applicable.")

REQUIREMENT

PERCENT OF TIME ACTIVITY REQUIRED

PHYSICAL STRENGTH AND ENDURANCE

Less than 10%

10-20%

20-30%

30-50%

50-75%

75-100%

Other Standing

Walking