Process Tech II

Artech is the 10th Largest IT Staffing Company in the US, according to Staffing Industry Analysts' 2012 annual report. Artech provides technical expertise to fill gaps in clients' immediate skill-sets availability, deliver emerging technology skill-sets, refresh existing skill base, allow for flexibility in project planning and execution phases, and provide budgeting/financial flexibility by offering contingent labor as a variable cost.

Responsible for manufacturing and assembly of clinical and commercial products. Operates production equipment. Weighs, measures and checks raw materials to ensure batches manufactured contain proper ingredients and quantities. May help in validating processes and equipment that are directly related to filtration, cleaning and sterilization. Maintains records and clean room environment to comply with regulatory requirements, good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures.

Works on projects that are moderately complex in nature. Exercises judgment in resolving problems and making some routine recommendations. Provides Lab Support for manufacturing suites. Learns how to run equipment, read and understand SOPs. Supports processing by adhering to SOPs. Follows Haz Mat procedures for movement of raw material used in chemical processes. Supports investigations and reviews SOPs. Troubleshoots and offers ideas on improvements.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Experience with safety procedures. Solid written and oral communication skills. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Experience operating manufacturing or laboratory equipment is required. Strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and ability to perform routine adjustments on standard manufacturing equipment is required. Computer skills in Microsoft Office:
Excel, Word, PowerPoint are required. Must be able to perform basic math skills (multiplication, division, ratios, and percentages). Must be familiar with the metric system and conversion methods. Ability to multi-task, work in an organized manner, and possess troubleshooting skills. Must be able to lift 25 lbs and stand for long periods of time. Must be detail-oriented and able to follow written procedures.

Employee may be required to perform tasks essential to the job function in areas that require the use of hearing protection devices. Performance of tasks essential to the job function may require the employee to work directly with, handle, or otherwise come in contact with chemicals or pharmaceutical agents. Employees must be able to wear respiratory protection (filtering face piece, full-face, or powered air purifying respirator, supplied air, or self-contained breathing apparatus) for certain tasks essential to the job function.

Employees must be able to gain access to elevated work surfaces via vertical ladders or stairs to perform tasks essential to the job function. Employees must be able to accurately detect color and have 20/20 vision (with/without corrective lenses). Employees may be required to enroll in a medical surveillance program based on the potential exposure to certain health hazards encountered as a result of their job function.

Education:

BS degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or other science-related program, or High School diploma (or equivalent) and minimum 2 years experience in a chemical processing area.