Production Tech 1 - 2nd Shift
About The Position
The Production Technician I operates high-speed equipment used to manufacture and package VITEK 2 cards in a cGMP-compliant manner. The position may set up, operate, inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and clean equipment used in VITEK 2 Card Manufacturing and Packaging processes. The technician completes production batches and related documentation, AQL inspections, reworks, and material reconciliation, and contributes to a positive work environment. The role executes production activities under approved Manufacturing Directions and applicable SOPs, maintains accurate batch records, and supports validation and revalidation of manufacturing and packaging equipment and procedures. The technician may assist with reviewing and revising Manufacturing Directions and SOPs, must become certified to operate at least one high-speed manufacturing machine, and supports material handling, product segregation, cleaning, safety, and cGMP housekeeping requirements. This position works in cool, low-humidity production-room conditions where equipment noise is constant and occasional environmental odors may occur. Required protective gear and gowning include gloves, hairnets, clean-room gowns and/or lab coats, safety glasses, and hearing protection. The role may require standing for 8–12 hours, repetitive hand and arm motions, climbing, operating heavy machinery, moving objects up to 50 pounds, and pushing a fully loaded wheeled cage weighing up to 600 pounds. Overtime may be required to cover a 24/7 operation. The estimated salary range in Missouri is $17.50–$19.50 per hour. The position is eligible for a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and individual performance. Actual compensation depends on the successful candidate’s experience and is presented in writing at the time of the offer. The company also offers a competitive Total Rewards package that may include medical, dental, and vision plans; life and accidental death insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; a retirement plan with employer contributions and matching; adoption assistance; wellness programs; an employee assistance program; commuter benefits; voluntary benefits; discount programs; and parental leaves.
Requirements
- No experience is required.
- Ability to remain stationary, often standing, for prolonged periods and to stand for 8–12 hours.
- Ability to ascend and descend stairs, ladders, ramps, and similar structures.
- Ability to wear PPE correctly for most of the day.
- Ability to operate heavy machinery.
- Ability to adjust or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds in all directions.
- Ability to perform extensive standing, repetitive hand and arm motions, and climbing steps.
- Ability to push a fully loaded wheeled cage weighing up to 600 pounds.
- Ability to work overtime as required to cover a 24/7 operation.
- Ability to maintain excellent personal hygiene and meet production-area gowning requirements.
- Technical learning aptitude to quickly acquire technical knowledge and skills.
- Attention to detail and ability to accurately interpret technical documentation.
- Ability to perform computer applications, including learning and performing SAP transactions.
- Ability to perform necessary calculations and complex task sequences to meet production requirements.
- Written communication skills, including communicating technical data in writing.
- Effective verbal communication skills.
- Ability to navigate workplace social interactions effectively and participate in ways that enhance team performance and cohesion.
Nice To Haves
- At least one year of experience in an FDA-regulated manufacturing environment and with GMP is desired.
Responsibilities
- Execute production activities according to approved Manufacturing Directions and applicable SOPs.
- Complete batch records accurately, thoroughly, and on time.
- Execute validation and revalidation protocols for manufacturing and packaging equipment and procedures.
- Assist with review and revision of Manufacturing Directions and SOPs for product manufacture and packaging.
- Become certified to operate at least one high-speed manufacturing equipment system, including use of HMI/SCADA interfaces where applicable.
- Move cages and racks, maintain product segregation, and retrieve and organize raw materials; learn fork truck operation.
- Follow departmental cleaning procedures for manufacturing areas.
- Set up high-speed manufacturing equipment within defined tolerances to start product runs on time and within established guidelines.
- Comply with safety policies and procedures and use required PPE.
- Keep work areas organized, clean, and tidy in compliance with cGMP requirements.
- Perform work in compliance with company quality procedures and standards.
- Complete other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Variable annual bonus based on company, team, and individual performance.
- Choice of medical plans, including prescription coverage, with nationwide coverage and telemedicine options.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Company-provided life and accidental death insurance.
- Short- and long-term disability insurance.
- Retirement plan with a non-discretionary employer contribution and employer match.
- Adoption assistance.
- Wellness programs.
- Employee assistance program.
- Commuter benefits.
- Various voluntary benefit offerings.
- Discount programs.
- Parental leaves.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
