Compounder

INW: Innovations in Nutrition and Wellness • Carrollton, TX

6d

About The Position

Compounders blend, mix, and prepare batches in accordance with written specifications and procedures. They use pumps, filters, hoses, scales, meters, and gauges for batching and bulk product transfer; prepare moderately complex batches; and perform the calculations and paperwork required for their work. They clean and sanitize tanks and related equipment, handle and label chemical containers, prepare and transport hazardous-waste drums, and respond to spills and leaks. The position requires following work orders, batching instructions, safety requirements, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Compounders maintain good housekeeping and use safety equipment appropriately. They operate a forklift as a certified driver and use small hand tools. Other duties may be assigned by the department supervisor or manager. The role has no supervisory responsibilities and reports to the Compounding Manager. The position may work on first, second, or third shift.

Requirements

• One to two years of industry or similar experience.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Experience overseeing and reporting on inventory movement for accuracy.
• Mechanical ability and understanding of basic equipment operation.
• Good reading comprehension and math skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Forklift certification or ability to become certified.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions.
• Successful completion of an on-site skills assessment.
• Attendance is essential to job qualification.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds and push or pull 400 pounds.
• Ability to use hands and arms together to move items.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods.
• Ability to work in an industrial environment.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in packaging-related industries, compounding, and/or chemical knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Use pumps, filters, and hoses in batching and bulk product transfer operations.
• Read scales, meters, and gauges as needed during bulk transfer and batching operations.
• Follow work orders and batching instructions.
• Perform calculations needed during batching steps.
• Prepare moderately complex bulk product batches of various types.
• Clean and sanitize tanks and related equipment after making a batch.
• Prepare empty hazardous-waste drums and transport them to the waste drum storage area.
• Complete required paperwork for batches and other work performed.
• Complete OSHA Hazard Communication training to read and understand safety data sheets (MSDSs) and chemical container labels.
• Complete GMP training and follow relevant SOPs.
• Maintain good housekeeping.
• Observe safety requirements and use safety equipment appropriately.
• Operate a forklift as a certified driver.
• Respond to and clean up spills and leaks.
• Return chemical containers to inventory, properly marked with part numbers, dates, and remaining weights.
• Use small hand tools.
• Perform other duties assigned by the department supervisor or manager.
• Oversee and report on inventory movement for accuracy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED