Technician Preweigh-Chemaid Preweigh Day Hourly Direct

kdc/one•Saddle Brook, NJ

About The Position

KDC is a network of best-in-class custom formulators and manufacturers of color cosmetics, skincare, haircare, bath & body, fragrance, deodorant, home, health, industrial, and auto care products. KDC delivers high-touch innovation, operational excellence, and speed to market to well-known and emerging beauty, personal, and specialty companies from coast to coast. KDC has its head office in Longueuil, Québec. In addition, KDC has 10 operating facilities located throughout North America. Altogether, the company employs nearly 4,800 talented and dedicated employees in North America. Position: Pre-Weigh Technician Department: Manufacturing Reporting Structure: Reports to Manufacturing Manager/Manufacturing Supervisor Reporting to this Position: No direct reports BASIC FUNCTION To organize, weigh and prepare all raw materials necessary for the manufacture of product based on batch card provided.

Requirements

Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Basic use of the English language.
Possess knowledge of proper use of weight scales.
Forklift certification required.
Knowledge of use of radio frequency devices (RF scanners)
Detail Oriented with impeccable organizational skills.
Scientific Math Aptitude. Must be able to make conversions from pounds to kilos.
Has basic working knowledge and understanding of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within the field.
Ability to work independently, self- motivated.
Must be available for overtime shifts when production schedules warrant, be well-disciplined, dependable, and able to work under scheduling pressures.
Basic computer proficiency.
Adhere to GMP’s (Good Manufacturing Practices), and all related safety protocols.
High School diploma or equivalent. Minimum 2-5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment of cosmetics/personal care products.

Responsibilities

Review batch card prior to commencing with the pre-weigh process for any questions.
Verify accuracy of weigh scales.
Check raw material status before pre-weigh process.
Record inventory movement activities using radio frequency devices (scan guns).
Weigh materials in accordance with batch card requirements.
Prepare all necessary paperwork: in process labels, weight sheets etc for assigned batch to be pre-weighed.
Clean and sanitize all ancillary equipment.
Report any raw material discrepancies to supervisor.
Clear all materials from pre-weigh area before commencing another batch card process.
Provide general housekeeping to all manufacturing areas as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.