Production Specialist WG

• Receive and review production schedule from Production Supervisor at the start of shift
• Review production Batch Sheets and SOPs prior to beginning each batch
• Pull samples from vessels and sample port for lab analysis
• Ensure equipment is clean and prepared to operate
• Verify reactor integrity and cleanliness
• Report any issues with equipment in a timely manner
• Verify inventory levels to ensure there is adequate inventory available to produce batch
• Stage raw materials according to specifications
• Produce Batches
• Actively monitor batch process via computer monitor and manually when applicable (controls, temperature, pressure, vacuum, gages) address and report any deviations or concerns in a timely manner
• Visually inspect equipment and notify maintenance department and supervisor of issues that require attention
• Upon each batch completion ensure the equipment is clean and ready to be used for next batching process
• Ensure Batch Sheets are completed properly, by recording raw material name and lot number(s) used, temperatures, pressures, vacuum involved in processing material, time for each processing step, time for QC approval, batch yield (pounds produced, and packaging), volume of waste generated and review for accuracy and quality
• Document and report any batch issues and/or concerns in a timely manner
• Stage packaging, package, label, and place on appropriate pallets, load finished product into trucks
• Assist in the training of new hires when applicable
• Maintain process area and general work area organized, clean and free of safety hazards.
• Follow company policies and safety guidelines at all times, including the use of PPE
• Report any safety hazards and/or concerns in a timely manner
• Cross-train when assigned and if not assigned, when time permits and approval is received
• Maintain a good team-working relationship with supervisor and co-workers
• Maintain updated and accurate knowledge of procedures, programs, processes and follow as written
• Complete all on-line and classroom training assigned in a timely manner
• All other duties as assigned based on the needs of the business

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• HS/GED
• Minimum of 6 months to 1 year experience working in a production manufacturing environment
• Must have the ability to understand and apply safe handling procedures of all materials used in a production area, and ability to understand SDS (Safety Data Sheets) and batch sheets
• Must have the ability to apply general understanding to carry out written and verbal instructions
• Must have basic computer skills and the ability to navigate through multiple screens effectively
• Basic math skills, ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and compute ratio, rate, and percentages
• Must be able to handle pressure and think clearly in all situations
• Must be organized and able to multitask effectively
• Must be able to communicate clearly and concisely
• Must have initiative and the ability to work in a team-environment
• Must have the ability to see closely and at distances, have good depth perception, peripheral vision, and ability to see color clearly