GMP Manufacturing Blending Technician

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Seeking a detail-oriented individual to join our production team, who will be instrumental in producing high-quality products by accurately weighing, mixing, and documenting ingredients in a cGMP environment.

• Execute Batch Records and Procedures:
  Follow established batch records and procedures to ensure consistency and quality.
• Ensure Product and Process Effectiveness:
  Maintain product purity and process efficiency throughout production.
• Weigh Components:
  Accurately measure and weigh ingredients for each batch.
• Correct Documentation:
  Record pre‑weighs and other necessary documentation accurately.
• Make Pre‑Blends:
  Prepare pre‑blends for larger batches, ensuring proper mixing.
• Complete Scale Checks and Calibrations:
  Perform daily scale checks and calibrations to ensure measurement accuracy.
• Monitor Inventory:
  Keep track of inventory levels and report any discrepancies.
• Complete Paperwork:
  Manage required paperwork and maintain detailed records manually.
• Follow Batch Making Sequence:
  Adhere to the correct batch‑making sequence to ensure product integrity.
• Product Identification:
  Accurately identify and distinguish between products in production.
• Sanitization:
  Clean and sanitize tanks, equipment, and containers utilized in the product formulation process, following standard operating procedures and maintaining cGMP standards.
• Other Duties:
  Perform additional tasks as assigned by management.

No direct supervisory responsibilities, however, must be a team player. Reporting of observation of non‑compliance or unsafe situations to supervisor or safety manager required.

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred, with proficiency in basic mathematical skills (Metric vs. English system).
• Experience: 1+ years of previous experience manufacturing product formulations and operating manufacturing related equipment (mixing tanks, pumps, homogenizers, etc.) is considered relevant experience and is preferred.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  
  • Numerical
    
    Skills:
    
    Strong ability to perform calculations and handle percentages. Knowledge of metric weight systems conversions and basic arithmetic skills required.
  • Instruction Interpretation: Ability to read and follow detailed instructions.
  • Weights and Measures: Proficiency in measuring and comparing weights.
  • Blending Knowledge: Familiarity with finished and raw blends preferred.
  • Mechanical
    
    Experience:
    
    Some mechanical knowledge preferred.
  • Quality: Completing all required documents, checklists and forms in a timely, accurate and compliant manner.
• Soft Skills:
  • Communication: Good verbal and written communication skills with all co‑workers in the execution of all job functions.
  • Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with others.
  • Detail-Oriented: Precision in handling multi‑tasking and process improvement.
  • Self-Motivated: Must be capable of performing routine work assignments, multi-tasking and following instructions with moderate supervision.
  • Safety: Commitment to performing duties safely.
  • Overtime: Willingness to work overtime as needed.
  • Multi-tasking: Demonstrate aptitude and capability to perform multiple tasks.

• Forklift Operation:
  Capability to operate a forklift, a plus.

Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. and manipulate, push/pull and roll containers that weigh up to 500 lbs. Frequent standing, walking, reaching, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, grasping, and crouching is required. Use of foot pedals and typing on a computer may be necessary.

• Warehouse
• Weigh Room
• Blending Room

Reliable transportation is required to be considered for the position.

The job description is subject to change based on the needs of Ouachita Contract Manufacturing.