Debulk Utility Associate Technician

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Debulk  Utility Associate Technician

New Albany, Ohio

Position Summary

The Technician is responsible for learning and understanding the assigned functions related to their role. This process is accomplished through hands-on learning, understanding, and adhering to all safety standards, Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and customer requirements in conjunction with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). . This role involves learning and developing self to take on additional duties, expand their capabilities and enhance personal skills.

Responsibilities

Learns and performs work associated with the safe operation and maintenance of various manufacturing/warehouse equipment, depending on specialization of process of operations and materials used.

Monitors equipment parameters (meters, gauges, valves, flow ratios, temperatures, pressures, and related controls) and guidelines to ensure adherence to production/warehouse/process and quality specifications.

Operates material handling equipment, electric hand trucks, walk along pallet lifts, hoist, and other equipment as needed. Participation in the daily Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT) verification list at the beginning of each shift.  Communicates any issues to the Supervisor that prevents the unit from being used. Conducts equipment check list verification of trailers before and after unloading. 

Participates in equipment changeovers and setups to include parts cleaning and inspection, checklist review, partnering in setup and start-up of each piece of equipment, and support in functional area.

Resolves common or frequent equipment issues, troubleshooting, and equipment adjustments with guidance.

Understands production information used daily to manage operations (MDI Boards, electronic platforms, etc.). 

Adheres to cGMP standards in completing relevant paperwork, following good documentation practices, and performing quality control checks.

Escalate issues related to safety, quality compliance, and equipment status. Communicate needs or other support as needed.

Participates in all required housekeeping (5S), cleaning, and sanitation.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

HS Diploma or combination of equivalent education and experience or knowledge required.

Certifications

Must have or be able to complete PIT (Powered Industrial Trucks) certification training.

Experience

0- 2 years' work experience required at this level and successful completion of the Pharmavite Technician Program.

Ability to work in a diverse team environment with others. Working knowledge of manufacturing/warehouse processes or a combination of skills, knowledge, and demonstrated ability to learn recommended.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Ability to read and comprehend written instructions and communicate standard operating procedures, good manufacturing practices, safety practices and manufacturing standards as required.

Ability to record information/data on documents and/or forms in a legible and accurate manner.

Demonstrate basic math skills to include; addition, multiplication and division to calculate and adjust equipment, calculate parameters and quality control measures and the ability to do conversions and understand decimal placement according to requirements with use of electronic device.

Physical ability to discern varieties of color, weights, flavor, and general appearance of product.

Basic comfort with using hand tools.

Computer skills, including the basic use of MS Word and Excel.

Experience working in a team environment and continuous change initiatives preferred.

Self-starter