Summary:
The Compounders are responsible for blending, mixing, and preparing batches in accordance with written specifications/procedures. This position reports to the Compounding Manager.
Position may work on first, second or third shifts.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Use pumps, filters and hoses in various batching & bulk product transfer operations.
- Read scales, meters and gauges as may be needed during bulk transfer & batching operations.
- Follow W.O. & batching instructions.
- Perform simple calculations needed during various batching steps.
- Prepare moderately complex bulk product batches of various types.
- Clean and sanitize the tanks and related equipment after making a batch
- Prepare empty hazardous waste drums and transport to waste drum storage area.
- Must complete all necessary paperwork as established for the batch being processed or job being performed.
- Undergo OSHA Haz Com Training in order to be able to read and understand MSDS's and chemical container labels.
- Undergo GMP training and follow all relevant Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's).
- Always maintain good housekeeping.
- Know and observe all safety requirements.
- Understand and be able to use safety equipment.
- Operate a forklift truck as a certified driver.
- Respond to and clean up spills and leaks.
- Make sure all chemical containers are returned to inventory properly marked with part numbers, dates and remaining weights.
- Know how to use small hand tools.
- Participate in other duties as may be assigned by the department supervisor or manager.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
COMPETENCIES:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
- Design - Demonstrates attention to detail.
- Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions.
- Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
- Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
- Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
- Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:
- One to two years of industry or similar experience
- Experience in overseeing and reporting on inventory movement for accuracy
QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
- High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
- Previous experience in packaging related industries, compounding and/or chemical knowledge a plus
- Mechanical ability, understands basics in equipment operation
- Good reading comprehension and math skills
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Forklift certified, or ability to become certified
- Ability to follow detailed instructions
- Successful completion of Skills Assessment administered on site
- Attendance is essential to job qualification.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Able to lift a minimum of 50lbs and push/pull 400lbs.
- Using hands and arms together to move various items
- Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time.
- Ability to work in an Industrial Environment
