Production Operator II

Fresenius Medical Care•Ogden, UT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for performing day-to-day operations on the production floor. Ensures all assigned tasks are completed in order to meet requirements including machine operation, packaging, material handling, and shipping packages as needed. This role involves performing functions that require full knowledge of general aspects of the job, including packaging and batch making, production preparation, monitoring operations and raw material availability, interfacing with PLC and PC applications, performing reconciliations, and troubleshooting equipment issues. The operator must adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices and follow all Manufacturing SOPs, maintain documentation, and participate in maintaining a clean and safe plant. Additional duties include loading/unloading materials, potentially performing Material Handler duties, and assisting Production Operator I. The role requires understanding of current Good Manufacturing Practices, computer skills, and data entry experience.

Requirements

Minimum 1 – 2 years of related production experience.
Understands Current Good Manufacturing Practices.
Experience in operation of a forklift and other material handling equipment.
Computer skills and data entry experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience with food chemical or drug manufacturing equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs functions that require full knowledge of general aspects of the job.
Performs packaging and batch making functions for the line.
Performs production preparation as directed following current production and QC procedures guidelines and SOPs.
Assists in monitoring all operations.
Assists in monitoring raw material and packaging component availability.
Interfaces with PLC and PC applications in order to operate the line.
Performs reconciliations regularly.
Performs breakdown and assembly of production machines.
Troubleshoots equipment issues and performs minor maintenance of equipment.
Adheres to Good Manufacturing Practices and follows all Manufacturing SOPs that apply to this position.
Performs all paperwork functions related to the batching and packaging operations. Maintains logs, batch records, and all applicable documentation in accordance with internal standard operating procedures.
Participates in all activities required to maintain a clean and safe plant.
Performs all production duties on an as needed basis to meet production requirements and comply with GMPs.
Loads and unloads raw material and finished product utilizing forklift and other material handling devices as needed in a safe and efficient manner.
May perform Material Handler duties and responsibilities as needed.
Works on assignments that are semi-routine in nature but recognizes the need for occasional deviation from accepted practice.
Contacts are typically with individuals within own department and occasionally with contacts outside own organization.
May provide assistance to Production Operator I with more general support tasks that require a better understanding of functions as directed by immediate supervisor.
May refer to senior staff for assistance with higher level problems that may arise.
Escalates issues to supervisor for resolution as deemed necessary.
Reviews and complies with the Code of Business Conduct and all applicable company policies and procedures, local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
Remains current in knowledge and understanding of process changes and updates for work areas.
Assists with various projects as assigned by direct supervisor.
Other duties as assigned.
Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions.