Weigh & Mix Operator (night shift)

Planet Pharma; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 26,174 - 28,929; Full time

Job summary

Planet Pharma Group located in Manassas, Virginia, is looking for a Production Worker to support the production of packaged goods according to Standard Operating Procedures. The role includes following instructions from supervisors and performing tasks autonomously within a loud work environment.

The ideal candidate should possess a high school diploma or GED and have strong math and problem-solving skills. You will be required to lift up to 40 pounds regularly.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; up to three months related experience.
• Proficiency in basic math and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support production of packaged goods as per quality standards.
• Perform tasks autonomously under general supervision.
• Adhere to safety standards in a challenging work environment.

Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide

Problem-solving skills

Familiarity with standard operating procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Pay range: 19-21/hr
*depending on experience

BASIC FUNCTION

Support production of packaged goods according to Standard Operating Procedures and specified quality standards. Carries out specific instructions from Production Manager/Supervisor in accordance with the daily packaging schedule.

TEAMWORK RESPONSIBILITIES

Must be familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within field. Relies on instructions, pre-established guidelines, experience and judgment to perform the functions of the job and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks autonomously and with proficiency; Works under general supervision.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

Denotes “essential functions” in accordance with the guidelines of The Americans with Disabilities Act. The essential functions of this position include, but are not necessarily limited to, those specifically identified in this description. The position and its essential functions may change over time and these changes may not necessarily be reflected in the position description. The Company may, at its sole discretion, add to, change, or expand the essential or marginal functions of the position.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education/Experience: High school diploma or general education degree, (GED); or one to three months of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Math Ability: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles and vibrations. The employee may occasionally be exposed to a risk of electrical shock, extreme heat (non-weather), and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 40 pounds, infrequently move up to 1000 pounds. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms, climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.