Chemical Packaging Operator 1 - 3rd Shift

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This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US.

Your Role

Impacts direct work team through accuracy, efficiency and timeliness of own work. Typically reports to a Manager role or Project Manager role (for a defined period of time) based on organizational set-up, will have a lead person for day-to-day guidance.

Packaging/Distribution/Warehouse Environment: Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts. Is occasionally needed to wear appropriate protective gear, (hard hats, glasses/goggles, chemical resistant suits, gloves, safety shoes) and other personal protection equipment “PPE” to protect themselves from toxic or corrosive chemicals in the forms of liquids, solids, vapors or airborne particles. The work area may occasionally be wet, humid, or abnormally hot or cold.

If performing packaging/warehouse/distribution duties: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally needed to sit, stand, walk, reach above the shoulder, stoop, kneel, twist, crouch or crawl for long periods of time. The employee expected to be able to talk, hear, taste and smell. The employee expected to be occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds unassisted. Employee may be asked to move more than 50 pounds with assistance. Specific vision requirements of this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Regularly uses phones, computers, computer monitors and all office/laboratory equipment. The employee is also expected to type on a computer keyboard and have the ability to read CRTs/computer monitors.

Essential Job Functions

• Weigh hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals using precision equipment into specific containers. Verify hood and safety equipment function, obtain process order, scan into computer system, verify electronic balance is calibrated
• Verify match of process order and bulk container lot numbers
• Obtain correct type and quantity of containers for process order
• Operate powered pallet and drum movers
• Verify weighed bottles and determine if quantity matches process order requirements
• Pulls samples for customers and/or quality control as needed
• Complete paperwork including tray tags, process orders, and computer PKRV scan
• Document process order for specific needed data, inclusive of weighing accountability to assure the accuracy of the weighed material using Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
• Fill out data for tray taqs and affix to each tray or case of filled bottles
• Complete production logs
• Maintain equipment, tools, and facilities in safe, clean environment
• Assemble, disassemble semiautomatic powder or liquid dispensing equipment and replace worn or disposable parts as necessary
• Clean semi-automatic dispensing equipment according to manufacturer recommendations and chemical safety protocols
• Clean tools and utensils with appropriate material in hood according to chemical safety protocols
• Clean hood/work station according to method and protocol for specific chemical weighed
• Document cleaning of area/equipment/hood on cleaning log when applicable
• Assemble, test, maintain, and use appropriate safety equipment
• Prepare respiratory protection (check air helmet hoses for leaks, etc., assemble white air helmet)
• Prepare and don Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as appropriate for weighing protocol
• Clean and maintain reusable safety equipment for next use
• Facilitate packaging operations by providing support for weighers and moving material within the department
• Procures bulk and package components for weighers
• Applies closure and cleans exterior container surface
• Moves materials in department
• Label and overpack bottles of chemicals
• Verify and complete needed paperwork and documentation
• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot all automated labeling, sealing, and bagging equipment
• Document all processes on the packaging request. Document all damaged labels. Initial all appropriate processes (data sheets, poly bags, etc.)
• Participates in testing and implementation of changes
• Maintain, clean and keep safe all work areas and equipment following 5S standards
• Take necessary steps to assure we provide our customers with the highest quality product possible
• Immediately report any situation that could compromise safety or quality
• Miscellaneous duties and tasks as assigned
• Exemplary attendance and adherence to schedule
• Actively participate in a proactive safety culture; identifying hazards, making suggestions for improvement, coaching coworkers on safety, and working incident free.
  
  

Physical Attributes

• Standing/lifting/twisting and lifting up to 50lbs
  
  

Who You Are

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• High school course work in chemistry or 6 months chemistry work experience
• Read instructions and understand oral and written instructions
• Basic math skills including the metric system. Learn SOP's/UOP's, cleaning protocols, work and conduct rules
• Learn to use safety equipment
• Learn to use semi-automated equipment. Eye-hand coordination
• Small/large tool dexterity
• Legible handwriting, teamwork, communication skills
• Problem solving
• Ability to operate a forklift
  
  

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