Blending Technician 3rd Shift Mon - Thurs Job Hobart area,Indiana USA,Manufacturing / Production

Position: Blending Technician I 3rd Shift Mon - Thurs 8:00pm - 6:15am

Job Description Summary

Blend defined quantities of designated raw materials (per specific manufacturing instructions) into final dosage blend stage. Executes all Production processes while strictly adhering to cGMP, Standard Operating Procedures, documentation protocols, environmental health and safety guidelines and any other related regulations that could apply. The Blending Technician is expected to fully participate in both departmental projects and any quality working teams that may be applicable.

Supports the leader and subject matter (SME) expert in their area(s) of responsibility. Supports production, operations projects and process improvements. Maintains accurate and compliant documentation on all activities.

Job Description

Essential Functions:

Set up and operate equipment in blending operations.
Make minor adjustments to equipment as required.
Verify scales.
Inspect production room(s) and equipment for required state of safety and cleanliness.
Stage materials needed to produce the batch.
Blend ingredients using appropriate process, time intervals and equipment.
Place blended materials in containers that have been prepared according to instructions and SOP.
Prepare and affix labels at various stages of the blend.
Weigh materials at various stages of the blending process to ensure accuracy of the blend.
Record weights, processes, sample data, equipment and other information required on appropriate paperwork (batch folders, equipment records, etc.) to assure documentation prescribed by SOPs and government regulations.
Prepare and submit samples to Quality Control Laboratory.
Maintain control of DEA scheduled material in accordance with accepted policy, practice and procedure.

Additional Functions (Level I – Level III):

Assists in running validation and PPT batches.

Assists in the training of individuals on equipment and processes. (Level III only)

Runs Validation and PPT batches.

Writes and updates SOPs of medium level of complexity.

Reviews new and/or updated batch records.

Line Schedule Adhered to:
- Is at his/her position on the line ready to start production as required.
- Monitors the production process, makes periodic checks and adjusts equipment or work practices to maximize production efficiency, yields, quality and safety. Accurately reports production and ensures reports are completed as required.
- Assists maintenance personnel in set‑up, adjustments and equipment repairs as trained and instructed.
- Ensures that line conditions are acceptable to change from one product to another by ensuring that materials, paperwork, and equipment have been staged for changeover.
Downtime Avoided:
- Will immediately stop line and notify Line Leader of any safety or quality concerns.
- Documents inspections performed and keeps accurate equipment records, clean‑up sheets and other required paperwork.
- Disassembles, cleans and reassembles basic line equipment according to SOPs. Insures proper inspections are conducted prior to reassembly.
- Cleans and assembles dust collector.
Compliance Standards Met:
- Follows all HSSE rules and regulations. Accepts accountability for own personal safety and identifies potential unsafe conditions to help prevent self and co‑workers from being injured.
- Complies with all site security requirements.
- Performs lock‑out/tag‑out procedures according to SOPs.
- Follows safe working practices in the execution of their assigned duties.
- Actively participates in general site and departmental Safety initiatives.
- Maintains clean work area; clear away debris, damaged or defective product, cartons, labels and packaging supplies.
Escalation Process Adhered to:
- Makes initial attempts to identify root cause within scope of decision‑making authority while simultaneously notifying next level of leadership.
- If attempts at the next level do not resolve the problem and the Associate believes that a higher level needs to be involved, the problem is escalated to the highest level.
Marginal Functions:
- Assists technicians at other stations within the department as needed.
- Works on any blending stations on which you are trained.
- May be cross‑trained in other functions.

Minimum Requirements:

Education: High School diploma or GED required.…