Lead Process Technician

Fresenius Medical Care•Ogden, UT

21d

About The Position

The Lead Process Technician provides technical direction related to machine operation and assists the Supervisor. The role helps keep production lines operating efficiently and in compliance, supports employee training and work direction, resolves operational problems, and serves as an interface between employees and the Supervisor. The Lead Process Technician performs shift supervisory roles when the Supervisor is absent. The position monitors department operations and production quality, troubleshoots systems and equipment, verifies area systems and production documentation according to SOPs, and supports employee development and validations. It also requires maintaining GMP standards, operating procedures, housekeeping, and compliance with company policies and applicable laws. The role may involve department- or location-specific responsibilities as described in an applicable addendum. The work schedule is C shift: Thursday through Saturday, 6:00 AM–6:00 PM, and Wednesday, 12:00 PM–6:00 PM. The work environment regularly includes exposure to moving mechanical parts, and the noise level is usually loud. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
Four to six years of related experience.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals, and to present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability, statistical inference, and plane and solid geometry, and apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and interpret technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form while handling abstract and concrete variables.
Knowledge of spreadsheet and word processing software.
Must meet Fresenius' minimum vision requirements for product inspection.
Regular attendance and maintaining a good attendance record are essential functions of the job.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree desirable.
Bachelor's degree strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide technical direction related to machine operation and assist the Supervisor.
Train employees; plan, assign, and direct work; resolve problems; and facilitate communication between employees and the Supervisor.
Keep production lines operating efficiently and in compliance, and perform shift supervisory roles when the Supervisor is absent.
Monitor department operations, including yields, reject trends, quality, and compliance.
Follow and enforce cleanroom procedures, including gowning technique and hand washing.
Troubleshoot area systems and production equipment when deviations occur and ensure they operate as designed.
Verify area system operation, line clears, operating parameters, and quality system functions on the BPR according to SOP.
Monitor employee performance and assist employees who need additional training.
Notify the Supervisor of operating problems and employee issues, concerns, performance, strengths, and weaknesses.
Assist with validations as needed.
Make recommendations for solutions and determine methods and procedures for new assignments.
Provide assistance to junior-level staff with support tasks requiring judgment and initiative; may act as an informal team leader.
Maintain current GMP standards and operating procedures throughout the shift.
Maintain general housekeeping of the work area and plant.
Follow Fresenius policies and comply with the Code of Business Conduct, company policies and procedures, and applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
Escalate difficult or complex issues to the Supervisor when necessary.
Assist with projects assigned by the direct Supervisor and perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain regular attendance and a good attendance record.