Production Operator- Partime

Talent Acquisition Team•Las Piedras, Las Piedras

14h

About The Position

The Production Operator operates manual, semi-automatic, and automatic machines and receives, inspects, verifies, and packs semi-finished or finished products generated by production equipment. The role is responsible for product quality and productivity, taking proactive and corrective actions as needed to maintain product quality and a steady flow of products while following operating procedures. The operator works with materials and work in process, documents manufacturing records and device history records (DHR), identifies product deviations and nonconformities, and reports unusual circumstances or equipment malfunctions to the appropriate supervisory, engineering, or maintenance staff. The operator maintains a clean and organized work area, coordinates with the area leader to support production flow, and participates in team activities and assigned projects involving quality, productivity, safety, and corrective actions. The role may also provide direction and training to other Manufacturing Department employees through a defined training program. The schedule is Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 6:00 PM to 12:00 AM. Candidates must be available for this weekend schedule and may be required to work overtime and/or other areas and shifts based on company needs. The operator must comply with applicable regulations, company GMP and quality principles, and Human Resources and Safety policies and procedures. Other related duties may be assigned by the immediate supervisor.

Requirements

High school graduate.
Knowledge and skills in using basic computer system applications.
At least 6 months of experience in medical device manufacturing or in a food, cosmetic, or pharmaceutical manufacturing facility.
Availability to work Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 6:00 PM to 12:00 AM.
Availability to work in company-required areas and shifts, including possible overtime and weekends.

Responsibilities

Operate manual, semi-automatic, and automatic production machinery within required parameters and use required safety equipment, including personal protective equipment and machine guards.
Receive, inspect, verify, and pack semi-finished or finished products generated by production machinery.
Ensure the quality of the final product and meet established product quantity and quality goals.
Handle materials, supplies, and work in process.
Document manufacturing activities in applicable records, including the device history record (DHR).
Detect and evaluate products that deviate from established standards; correct and immediately notify the Supervisor of nonconforming products.
Report unusual circumstances and equipment malfunctions that may require an Engineering Report or Maintenance Report to appropriate staff.
Keep the work area clean and organized.
Participate in work-team activities to address quality, productivity, and safety issues and implement corrective actions as necessary.
Coordinate with the area leader to maintain a constant flow of products on the production line.
Verify incoming materials and products meet established quality guidelines and ensure manufactured products meet specifications before moving to the next production stage.
Comply with local, state, and federal regulations, company GMP and Quality Principles, and Human Resources and Safety policies and procedures.
Provide direction and training to other Manufacturing Department employees through the defined training program.
Participate in assigned project-related work teams.
Work in areas and shifts required by company needs, including possible overtime and weekends.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.