Associate, Manufacturing (Helper)

USPL NUTRITIONALS•North Brunswick Township, NJ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Associate operates and sets up one machine under the guidance of a seasoned operator. The role includes assisting with equipment 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. Work is performed inside a manufacturing environment. The stated shift is 4:00 PM to 2:15 AM and is described as a 10-hour shift. The role may require extended hours and occasional weekend overtime.

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 6 hours per shift.
Able to perform frequent bending, squatting, short-distance walking, and lifting to waist height or above shoulder height; use hands to handle or operate objects or controls; and occasionally use a rolling ladder or step stool, lean over equipment, and kneel to clean beneath equipment.
Able to wear required PPE, including a lab coat, face mask, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses or goggles, and respirators.

Responsibilities

Comply with company policies, procedures, GMPs, ethical business practices, and SOPs.
Complete and sign operation logs, batch records, and other documentation to verify product specifications and tolerances meet company and regulatory requirements.
Inspect product 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 documentation errors in batch records as needed.
Maintain proper gowning and hygiene to protect product integrity.
Work extended hours and occasional weekend overtime.
Work safely, comply with job-related safety and training requirements, and help create an injury-free and incident-free workplace.
Keep management informed of area activities and significant problems.
Perform other duties as assigned.