Associate, Manufacturing (Helper)
About The Position
The Manufacturing Associate operates and sets up one machine under the guidance of a seasoned operator. The role includes assisting with machine setup and operation, cleaning equipment, moving supplies and finished products, and performing preventative maintenance on related equipment. The Associate is accountable for safety, quality, shrink, attainment, and production efficiency. The position requires compliance with company policies, procedures, GMPs, ethical business practices, SOPs, and applicable regulatory requirements. The Associate completes and signs required documentation, including operation logs and batch records, and helps ensure products meet specifications and quality standards.
Requirements
- High school graduate or GED equivalent.
- No prior experience required.
- Able to work in a team and assist others.
- Able to follow written instructions precisely and perform basic math calculations.
- Mechanically inclined and able to understand the inner workings of equipment.
- Able to read and write basic English to understand regulated instruction sheets and learn cGMP and OSHA standards.
- Able to lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 75 pounds.
- Able to stand and walk on the production floor for a minimum of six hours per shift.
- Able to perform tasks involving hand use, handling or operating objects and controls, lifting to waist height or above shoulder height, frequent bending or squatting, and walking short distances.
- Able to occasionally work from a rolling ladder or step stool, lean over equipment, and kneel to clean underneath equipment.
- Able to wear required PPE, including a lab coat, face mask, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses or goggles, and respirators.
Responsibilities
- Operate and assist with setting up one machine under the guidance of a seasoned operator.
- Assist with cleaning, moving supplies and finished products, and preventative maintenance of related equipment.
- Complete and sign required documentation, including operation logs and batch records, in compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
- Inspect products during operation and perform required sampling and testing to ensure applicable quality standards are met.
- Complete labeling and inventory movements to maintain accurate inventory control.
- Dismantle and clean accessories and equipment, and maintain a clean work area.
- Handle products and components.
- Correct errors in batch record documentation as needed.
- Maintain proper gowning and hygiene to protect product integrity.
- Work extended hours and occasional weekend overtime.
- Work safely, complete job-related safety and other training, and keep management informed of area activities and significant problems.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
