Machine Operator - 1st Shift

Requisition : 34478

1st Shift: 5:15AM-1:45PM

At Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies, our 8,000+ global associates proud to come to work each day, knowing that what we do impacts the lives of patients around the world. For Terumo, for Everyone, Everywhere.

We make medical devices and related products that are used to collect, separate, manufacture and process various components of blood and cells. With our innovative technologies and service offerings, we touch a patient's life every second of every day and are committed to continuing to increase the number of patients we serve. Advancing healthcare with heart.

With some of the best and brightest minds in the industry, an unmatched global footprint, comprehensive benefits and a distinct culture, Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is a great place to work, grow and be part of a team that is focused on making a difference. Join us and help shape wherever we go next. You create your future and ours.

The primary function of this job is to support the production of the Rika automated equipment. This job requires accountability for manufacturing procedures and associated documentation for automated manufacturing equipment and processes. This includes material handling functions, inspecting product, testing, assembling, bonding, or welding components or subassemblies together in accordance with assembly drawings and written procedures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Supports automated processes and complies with procedures including safety, quality, and efficiencies.
• Applies extensive knowledge to adhere to GMP compliance on the manufacturing floor.
• Operates automated equipment along with associated work cells, including start up and shut down.
• Provides and receives constructive feedback without shutting down communication among team members.
• Escalates problems promptly and evectively.
• Updates the visual management board for zone performance and participates in the Tier 1 meetings
  
  Ensures efficiency of material loading and unloading for automated processes.
  
  TConducts thorough practices with inspecting, packaging, and labeling of product.
• Contributes to resolution and sorting of PDF products and processes.
• Requires the ability to work overtime to meet business needs.
• Interfaces frequently with computer and understands navigational functions with HMI's (Human Machine Interface).

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• May assist with covering areas in material handling.
• May be required to assist leadership with floor coverage and coordination.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Education

High school diploma or GED.

Experience

• Experience in Process Control (PC) testing and molding/welding quality requirements is preferred.
• Working knowledge with HMI interactions is preferred.
• Process knowledge of the Auto Cell and RF work centers is preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge and maintained competency in all areas required at the assembler level.

Skills

• Knowledge and understanding of safety protocols required for operating automated and semi-automated equipment.
• Advanced understanding of manufacturing operating procedures that apply to technical, automated, and semi-automated operating systems.
• Require extensive knowledge and understanding of process control activities and functions.
• Strong team cooperation and ability to prioritize workload to meet schedule requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge and use of relevant PC software applications and skills to use them effectively.

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An equivalent competency level acquired through a variation of these qualifications may be considered.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Manufacturing Environment requirements include: use of personal protective equipment, reading, speaking, hearing, walking, bending, standing, stretching/reaching, and hand/finger dexterity.

• Must be able to work in a clean room environment, adhere to associated policies, and perform gowning of clean room attire in the allotted time prior to start up.
• Requires ability to lift up to 50 pounds and transport up to 500 pounds via carts or mechanized equipment.
• Requires good manual dexterity and visual acuity including ability to distinguish colors.
• Must be able to…