2nd Shift Compounder

KDC One•Chatsworth, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Compounder II executes compounding schedules established by Compounding Management and performs all Compounder II duties proficiently. The role requires working with pre-weigh, QC, R&D, customers, Quality, Maintenance, and Validation to support batch compounding, product readiness, equipment upkeep, sampling, adjustments, and validation activities. The Compounder II also trains new employees, communicates issues and product status, troubleshoots equipment, and suggests process improvements. The position works in a process-manufacturing and compounding environment that may be wet, with moderate to heavy traffic including forklifts, moderate noise, and low-to-moderate lighting. Physical activities include standing, walking, bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling, climbing stairs in the tank area, handling 55-gallon drums, and lifting up to 50 pounds. A respirator must be worn when required.

Requirements

High school education or equivalent.
Five years of experience in a compounding environment; cosmetics process manufacturing or an FDA-regulated industry is preferred.
Excellent hands-on understanding of compounding procedures, practices, and issues.
Demonstrated ability to develop and follow up on daily schedules.
Strong English communication skills, including speaking, reading, and writing.
Strong math and analytical skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Basic PC knowledge, including MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and MRP systems.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Good attendance record.
Ability to maintain a clean, sanitary, and organized work area.
Initiative, effort, organizational and planning skills, and commitment to completing assignments on time.
Ability to build and sustain cooperative working relationships and demonstrate leadership.
Thoroughness and accuracy in completing multiple prioritized projects.
Problem-solving ability, including identifying options and evaluating their strengths and weaknesses.
Good time-management skills.
Flexibility to work long hours during peak season or on special schedules as needed.
No allergies or chemical sensitivities that would prevent handling materials or using personal protective equipment.
Ability to wear a respirator when required.
Ability to climb stairs in the tank area and stand, walk, bend, stoop, squat, or kneel for long periods.
Ability to handle 55-gallon drums and lift up to 50 pounds.
Mechanical aptitude to understand the use of compounding equipment.
Basic knowledge of power and hand tools used to perform job functions.
Previous pre-weigh experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience in cosmetics process manufacturing or an FDA-regulated industry.

Responsibilities

Promote a safe working environment and follow Health, Safety and Environmental procedures, company safety rules, CGMPs, SOPs, and company policies.
Review compounding schedules and production schedules to ensure products are ready when needed.
Communicate with pre-weigh, QC, R&D, and customers regarding batch compounding.
Perform Compounder II duties proficiently and train new employees on the job.
Assign and prioritize equipment and tanks for daily assignments.
Communicate issues to the supervisor and provide suggestions for improvement.
Learn to perform batch calculations for customer products as needed.
Work with Quality to obtain samples and make adjustments.
Work with Maintenance to maintain department equipment.
Attend compounding scheduling meetings and provide product status and availability information.
Perform IQ/OQ activities as needed with the Validation department.
Work on customer batches, pilot batches, and first-production validations, providing feedback during the process.
Troubleshoot equipment and report issues to the supervisor.
Check supply inventory and inform the supervisor of its status.
Lead special activities as assigned, such as inventory and calibrations.
Follow up on the accuracy and completeness of assignments using the monthly checklist.
Verify that work-order paperwork is accurate and complete before taking it to the lab.
Enforce safety practices, including use of safety equipment, and enforce SOPs, GMPs, and SPs.
Maintain a clean, sanitary, and organized work area and housekeeping in accordance with CGMPs and SOPs.
Collaborate with management and continually work to improve processes.
Perform other duties as assigned by Compounding Management.