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 each batch formulation and related process equipment have the identity, strength, quality, and purity represented. Ensure weighing, formulation, and filtration equipment is calibrated and operating within acceptable validated parameters. Under limited supervision, perform a broad range of formulation and production tasks, including sampling, mixing and transferring components, observing critical parameters, weighing, filtration, in-process testing, and documenting activities. Complete batch production records accurately, maintain housekeeping, store and identify raw materials appropriately, enter process data, perform preventative maintenance, and troubleshoot equipment or process problems. Work on moderately difficult assignments requiring judgment and may assist junior staff with complex support tasks as directed. The role involves regular exposure to moving mechanical parts and occasional exposure to high or precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. Noise levels are usually moderate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regular attendance and compliance with company policies and applicable laws are essential. Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

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.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals, and effectively present information and respond to questions.
Ability to work with mathematical concepts including probability, statistical inference, geometry, trigonometry, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to interpret varied 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 desirable.

Responsibilities

Execute formulation processes in the assigned area in accordance with production, control, testing, and applicable standard operating procedures.
Pull samples and mix and transfer components while monitoring critical parameters.
Perform weighing, formulation, and filtration activities.
Complete batch production records fully and accurately.
Perform and document in-process testing and mixing activities as required.
Maintain a clean and orderly work area and plant.
Load and weigh raw materials, and ensure materials are stored and identified with part number, expiration date, and acceptance status.
Enter process data into a computer.
Change and clean filters; drain and rinse tanks.
Complete preventative maintenance and perform equipment maintenance tasks during shutdowns.
Troubleshoot process and equipment problems, escalating issues to a supervisor when needed.
Comply with the Code of Business Conduct, company policies and procedures, and applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
Assist with projects assigned by the direct supervisor and perform other duties as assigned.
May assist junior-level staff with complex support tasks as directed by the immediate supervisor.