Mixing Operator; Membrane

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Regular Full Time Operator – Oceanside, CA, US

Salary Range: $25.00 To $30.00 Hourly

Solecta is an exciting early-stage, high-tech company focused on solving real customer issues and commercializing polymeric industrial filtration products. Solecta has manufacturing facilities in Oceanside, CA. The company is backed by True North Venture Partners, an investing firm that specializes in commercializing and scaling disruptive innovations.

To support the manufacturing of company products by completing production processes with direction and supervision. To support a highly empowered, world‑class team to deliver excellent safety, quality, delivery and efficiency results. To assist in the continuous improvement of production processes.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or ability required. Other duties as assigned.

• Prepare, blend and compound membrane materials (e.g., polymers, coatings, additives) to meet specifications.
• Weigh or measure materials, ingredients, or products to ensure conformance to requirements.
• Perform inline testing, maintain cleanliness/sanitation, and ensure compliance with quality and GMP standards.
• Operate blending, coating, or compounding equipment, troubleshoot and maintain machinery.
• Complete and maintain SOPs, work instructions and production records.
• Meet safety, quality, productivity, and efficiency standards.
• Follow documented standard work instructions and procedures.
• Run and set up processes and equipment.
• Perform product inspection.
• Be competent in multiple workstations.
• Serve as subject‑matter expert who can perform process audits in multiple workstations.
• Be able to cross‑train multiple workstations.
• Demonstrate performance across all product types and families.
• Collect data from process and complete paperwork with production information.
• Use computer to collect required production data.
• Lead 5S in assigned production area.
• Read and understand information and ideas presented in English.
• Assist production continuous improvement efforts.
• Perform work as assigned by supervisor/lead.
• Maintain work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
• Identify and assist with troubleshooting, and in resolving machine issues.

• Proficiency in reading and interpreting GMP documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and safety.
• Basic knowledge of compounding equipment and processes.
• Mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply, and divide quickly and correctly).
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Excel, Word & Email).
• Organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Time management skills with a proven ability to meet production demands.

• Ability to read work orders or other instructions to determine product specifications or material requirements.
• Ability to follow compounding and mixing standards.
• Ability to safely handle manufacturing chemicals and raw materials in accordance with Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Ability to function well in a high‑paced and at times stressful environment.
• Ability to communicate information and ideas clearly. (Includes the ability to speak, read and write clearly and accurately in English. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions in English.)
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to multi‑task.
• Ability to wear protective equipment such as safety glasses, hair net, and hearing protection.
• Ability to work extended hours as needed.

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Prior experience in manufacturing, food/pharmaceutical compounding, or membrane/water treatment manufacturing is preferred.
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Highly dependable with ability to report on‑time to start of company working shifts.
• Manufacturing experience.
• Experience with assembly/equipment/automated manufacturing.
• Experience in Membrane Filtration industry.
• Lean Manufacturing…