Surmasis Pharmaceutical- Converting Machine Operator | M-W 7 am - 7 pm | $19.00 per hour

KATECHO, LLC•Des Moines, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This employee is responsible to set up and operate complex machinery in the Manufacturing Department with minimal supervision according to applicable drawings; must inspect the quality of the materials and work in process as well as accurately complete associated paperwork; must lead the employees of the manufacturing area by example in the areas of attitude, work quality, work ethic, communication, dependability, and company loyalty. This employee will operate in areas of Surmasis manufacturing including Mixing, Coating, and Converting.

Requirements

Experience working with various materials such as adhesive product, gel product, solvents, chemicals, etc.
Mechanical aptitude.
Ability to attend to a machine for extended periods of time.
Experience using measuring devices including rulers, comparators, calipers, and gauges to collect and record data.
Must be able to communicate in English: read, write, and understand.
Able to work smart and at a brisk and safe pace.
Able to communicate and work with others as a team.
Able to read and understand assembly drawings and build product accordingly.
Able to adjust and adapt when obstacles present themselves.
Strong attention to details.
Able to recognize quality problems with materials and work in process.
Able to use required tools, fixtures, rulers, etc. involved in the assembly process.
Ability to demonstrate skills in the areas of positive attitude, work quality, work ethic, dependability, and company loyalty.
Good work attendance and dependability.
Must be able to pass the Operator Assessment test, FORM 2660.
If working nights or shifts with minimal supervision, must pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

Set-up, run, cleaning and general maintenance of mixing, coating, and/or converting equipment for Surmasis manufacturing activities.
Operate faustel coater, UV Cure line, Delta Modtech Converter/Packager, and Mixing equipment as assigned by management based on team needs and employee skills.
Maintain 100% GMP and Compliance to FDA guidelines during operations and tasks.
Work with a variety of chemicals safely and according to their SDSs.
Verify all chemicals, mixes, raw/IP/FG materials are properly labeled and are in good condition containers. Ensure material is not expired before material is used.
Verify that job processes, setups, and drawings are correct before production runs.
Set up complex machines according to applicable drawings within the defined setup times.
Inspect the quality of the materials and work in process, specifically focusing on quality standard set by manufacturing batch records and specifications.
Troubleshoot and resolve basic machine-related issues which occur during normal operation.
Accurately process and handle associated paperwork as required for the work being completed.
Complete work in a timely manner according to departmental schedules.
Operate multiple machines fluently with a minimal amount of supervision.
Perform online training independently to stay compliant and fully trained.
Follow and enforce standard operating procedures.
Perform detailed and effective cleaning according to written procedures.
Enforce positive team dynamic in the manufacturing area by excelling in the areas of attitude, work quality, communication, work ethic, dependability, and company loyalty.
Communicate and work together with other departments as required.
Maintain and improve 5S within the work area.
Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this job. Punctuality and regular attendance are crucial for efficient plant operations, safety, and morale.
Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as required.