Automated Line Technician

Fresenius Medical Care•Knoxville, TN

About The Position

Execute all aspects of the formulation process in the assigned area. Follow production, control, and test procedures to ensure that each batch formulation and its related process equipment meet the represented identity, strength, quality, and purity requirements. Ensure that weighing, formulation, and filtration equipment is calibrated and operates within acceptable validated parameters. The role performs formulation and production tasks under limited supervision, applies judgment to resolve moderately difficult issues, and may assist junior staff with complex support tasks as directed. The position involves coordination with other departments and outside organizations to obtain or provide information. Routine daily work normally receives no instruction; newly introduced assignments receive general instructions. Issues may be escalated to a supervisor as necessary. Employees must comply with the Code of Business Conduct, company policies, applicable laws and regulations, maintain general housekeeping, and follow Fresenius policies. Regular attendance and a good attendance record are essential. Additional duties or department- or location-specific responsibilities may apply.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
2–4 years of related experience.
Forklift certification.
Ability to focus on multiple critical tasks simultaneously with exceptional attention to detail.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations; write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; and present information and respond to questions.
Ability to work with probability, statistical inference, plane and solid geometry, and trigonometry, and apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, interpret technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form, and work with abstract and concrete variables.
Knowledge of manufacturing software, order processing systems, spreadsheet software, and word processing software.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree.

Responsibilities

Perform weighing, formulation, and filtration activities according to applicable SOPs.
Pull samples, mix and transfer components, and observe critical parameters to ensure consistent operations.
Complete batch production records fully and accurately.
Perform and document in-process testing accurately.
Keep the work area clean and orderly and maintain general housekeeping of the working area and plant.
Load and weigh raw materials.
Enter process data into a computer.
Change and clean various filters.
Complete preventative maintenance and perform equipment maintenance tasks during shutdowns.
Document mixing activities as required by procedure.
Drain and rinse tanks.
Troubleshoot production and equipment problems.
Ensure raw materials are properly stored and identified with part number, expiration date, and acceptance status.
Assist junior-level staff with complex support tasks as directed by the immediate supervisor.
Escalate issues to a supervisor for resolution when deemed necessary.
Review and comply with the Code of Business Conduct, applicable company policies and procedures, and local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
Maintain regular attendance and a good attendance record.
Assist with projects assigned by the direct supervisor and perform other duties as assigned.