Production Technician, Biomedical Manufacturing - Exton, PA

Overview

Production Technician, Biomedical Manufacturing – Exton, PA. The Production Technician, Biomedical Manufacturing is responsible for performing hands-on synthesis of dsm-firmenich Biomedical products in accordance with the dsm-firmenich Quality System and established operating procedures.

• Performing hands-on synthesis of dsm-firmenich Biomedical products in accordance with the dsm-firmenich Quality System and established operating procedures.
• Complete weighing and dispensing the required raw materials for the synthesis of production and engineering runs. Ensure that the reactor and ancillary equipment are clean and ready for use.
• Operate, break down, rebuild and clean all reactors, extrusion equipment, pressure pots, and other ancillary equipment needed for synthesis. Provide sifting, packaging, GMP labeling procedures and extrusion support as required.
• May be required to support training of other team members and demonstrate process steps for on-the-job training.
• Record and maintain operating inventory of processing chemicals and cleaning solvents; proper documentation of material expenditure under GMP logs and SAP.
• Dispose of Hazardous Waste generated daily and provide training for this process to other team members as needed.
• Perform minor repair and preventative maintenance of manufacturing equipment.
• Maintain reactor, pressure vessels, pumps, valves and equipment. Ability to enter work orders for equipment repair in Blue Mountain as needed.
• Keep detailed and accurate records of all production activities following dsm-firmenich/GMP guidelines.
• Maintain good housekeeping in the Manufacturing Area and with equipment.
• Maintain accurate labor posting and timekeeping requirements in designated system daily.
• Report any observed unsafe equipment, condition, or practice immediately to a supervisor, management, or member of the Safety Committee.
• Adhere to dsm-firmenich Quality System procedures and the ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 standards.
• Accurately document manufacturing operations following dsm-firmenich quality system procedures.
• As assigned and properly trained, perform a combination of tasks necessary to ensure hazardous materials are properly handled, classified, and stored. Perform duties to characterize and profile waste in compliance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations. This includes:

• Characterize waste and apply proper waste codes and labels
• Review manifests for off-site shipments; assist transporter during shipment of waste
• Maintain good housekeeping at hazardous material storage areas and perform weekly inspections
• Respond to spills of hazardous material as directed

• A competitive compensation package, with comprehensive health and welfare benefits
• A place to grow and develop
• A company that is purpose-led and performance-driven in a corporate culture that values people and planet
• The opportunity to work on growing brands and build on a strong foundation
• The chance to make improvements and make an impact on the business

• HS Graduate
• >3 years relevant experience in a chemical or industrial manufacturing facility/plant
• Prefer experience with chemical manufacturing processes and reactor operation along with demonstrated ability to learn and work safely
• Requires knowledge of learned routines, procedures, practice and more complex skills. Training in certain procedures or equipment required
• Must possess good understanding of chemical safety and hygiene
• Good documentation and communication skills required; aptitude and ability to follow verbal and written technical instructions
• Previous experience driving a forklift desirable
• Punctual, self-starter, dependable and detail oriented
• Proficient using MS Word, Excel and Outlook

The salary or hourly wage scale provided reflects the pay range dsm-firmenich expects to pay the successful candidate for the position. Individual pay offered will be based on the applicant’s job-related skills, experience, relevant education, or training, and primary work location. (Hourly: $27/hour - $31/hour)

In addition to base salary, we also offer a comprehensive total rewards package, inclusive of annual incentive pay, a retirement savings plan,…