Powder Milling & Cleaning Tech - 2nd Shift

Merck & Co.; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

401k

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Fujifilm Biosciences in Santa Ana, CA is hiring a Powder Milling & Cleaning Tech for the 2nd shift (1:00pm-9:30pm). The role involves milling powdered media, cleaning of equipment, and ensuring proper compliance with GMP and safety standards.

You will operate milling systems and integrate SAP/IND780 for batch weighing, perform line clearances, and help maintain logs and inventories. Prior experience in pharma/medical devices is valued; English communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Good work history.
• Background in medical devices, diagnostics, food/vitamin processing, or pharmaceuticals.
• 1-2 years of hands on experience.
• General education about chemicals and proper handling (college level science preferred).
• Working knowledge of metric system.
• Good understanding of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs).
• Ability to speak, read, and write English.
• Good oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely and effectively operates milling systems such as impact, ball and jar mills as well as blenders, including the large volume blender.
• Uses Mettler-Toledo IND780 terminal system in conjunction with the SAP ERP system to ensure bulk containers in the batch record are weighed correctly.
• Performs and documents line clearance at the start of each milling event.
• Obtains proper samples and forwards to QC as required.
• Suggest changes in departmental procedures and processes (SOPs) as needed.
• Maintains all required logs and associated documentation.
• Assures that all chemicals are stored and labeled properly.
• Performs process scale checks on all required equipment including scales and balances.
• Keeps work area, utensils, tanks, mills, and equipment clean and organized.
• Ensures that supplies needed such as weigh boats, gloves, lab coats, etc. are well stocked in their designated areas. Orders supplies or informs Lead/Supervisor if supplies need to be ordered.
• Follows all safety procedures and works in a safe manner including wearing all required personal protective equipment.
• Understands and follows procedures to ensure that chemicals are handled properly.
• Safely and effectively operates dry heat oven, steam autoclave and various automated and manual equipment cleaning systems to clean mills, IBCs, etc.
• Follows and actively participates in sustaining the 6S program in the area.
• Other duties as requested by Lead or Supervisor.

Skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Industry background

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College-level science preferred

Job description

Position Overview

Position Description

We are hiring a Powder Milling & Cleaning Tech. The Powder Milling & Cleaning Tech will be responsible for the milling of powdered media and cleaning of powder media equipment.

2nd shift: 1:00pm-9:30pm

Company Overview

At FUJIFILM Biosciences, we turn curiosity into breakthroughs that advance the field of life sciences. By offering a comprehensive portfolio of products and services in cell culture media, discovery research reagents, recombinant growth factors and proteins, fine chemicals, and critical assay materials, we partner with the brightest minds in biotech and pharma to tackle the world's biggest health challenges.

Imagine being part of a team that enables life-changing discoveries like new vaccines, therapies, and advancements in regenerative medicine. Our culture fosters curiosity, collaboration, and innovation, and we pride ourselves on delivering unparalleled quality and service to our partners. If you're ready to make an impact, your future belongs with us at FUJIFILM Biosciences.

Our headquarters in Santa Ana, California, is surrounded by world-class schools, lush parks, and scenic beaches like Laguna and Huntington, making it an ideal place to live, work, and explore. With additional campuses across the US, Europe, China, and Japan, we offer opportunities to make a difference worldwide.

Fujifilm is globally headquartered in Tokyo with over 70,000 employees across four key business segments of healthcare, electronics, business innovation, and imaging. We are guided and united by our Group Purpose of "giving our world more smiles." Visit: https://www.fujifilm.com/us/en/about/region/careers

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Safely and effectively operates milling systems such as impact, ball and jar mills as well as blenders, including the large volume blender.
• Uses Mettler-Toledo IND780 terminal system in conjunction with the SAP ERP system to ensure bulk containers in the batch record are weighed correctly.
• Performs and documents line clearance at the start of each milling event.
• Obtains proper samples and forwards to QC as required.
• Suggest changes in departmental procedures and processes (SOPs) as needed.
• Maintains all required logs and associated documentation.
• Assures that all chemicals are stored and labeled properly.
• Performs process scale checks on all required equipment including scales and balances.
• Keeps work area, utensils, tanks, mills, and equipment clean and organized.
• Ensures that supplies needed such as weigh boats, gloves, lab coats, etc. are well stocked in their designated areas. Orders supplies or informs Lead/Supervisor if supplies need to be ordered.
• Follows all safety procedures and works in a safe manner including wearing all required personal protective equipment.
• Understands and follows procedures to ensure that chemicals are handled properly.
• Safely and effectively operates dry heat oven, steam autoclave and various automated and manual equipment cleaning systems to clean mills, IBCs, etc.
• Follows and actively participates in sustaining the 6S program in the area.
• Other duties as requested by Lead or Supervisor.

Required Skills/Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Good work history.
• Background in medical devices, diagnostics, food/vitamin processing, or pharmaceuticals.
• 1-2 years of hands on experience
• General education about chemicals and proper handling (college level science preferred).
• Working knowledge of metric system.
• Good understanding of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs).
• Ability to speak, read, and write English.
• Good oral and written communication skills.

Salary and Benefits:

• For California, the base hourly range for this position is $20.24 - $26.28. Compensation for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience, location, etc.).
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• 401k
• Paid Time Off

EEO Information

Fujifilm is committed to providing equal opportunities in hiring, promotion and advancement, compensation, benefits, and training regardless of nationality, age, gender, sexual orientation or gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, political creed, ideology, national, or social origin, disability, veteran status, etc.

ADA Information

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to our HR Department ([e-mail]).