Relief Tech II DAYS

$39,155 - $58,835/Yr

Pharmavite - New Albany, OH

Full-time - Entry Level

New Albany, OH

Chemical Manufacturing

About the position

The Technician II performs operational and technical work across multiple areas, ensuring safe and efficient execution of their job duties while promoting Pharmavite's Operating Values. Sets up and operates production equipment, leads problem-solving efforts, drives process changes, performs equipment maintenance and participates in cross-functional teams and projects while increasing their department capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Communicates and aligns to ensure smooth flow of correct materials into site production operations in accordance with production schedules.
• Performs all duties in compliance with safety rules, Standard Operating Procedures and current Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Identifies and performs adjustments to improve quality and production during operation to meet all requirements, including line speeds, daily production output, and required changeover times.
• Leads root cause problem-solving with urgency and ensures team uses Lean Methodologies such as 5S, fixing defects, completion of Clean, Inspect and Lubricate (CIL), and change-over reductions.
• Leads and coordinates equipment changeovers and work assignments.
• Sets up and operates equipment.
• Performs routine preventive maintenance on equipment by performing regular inspections and completing assigned preventive maintenance work orders.
• Learns to perform complex repairs by assisting in diagnosing and repairing equipment.
• Promotes a culture of safety within the team ensuring all members participate in required programs and attend scheduled departmental safety meetings.
• Leads, mentors, and develops team members to meet or exceed daily shift Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Possess strong problem-solving skills, and the technical knowledge to troubleshoot production matters related to quality and/or operational issues while meeting deadlines.
• Maintains all required documentation including cleaning logs, maintenance logs, and production records.
• Utilizes a continuous improvement mindset, identifying key losses to improve throughput and yield.
• Ensures that respective areas and departments are audit ready at any time.
• Performs other related duties as assigned to support business needs.

Requirements

• HS Diploma or equivalent education and experience/knowledge required.
• Must have or complete PIT (Powered Industrial Trucks) certification training.
• Minimum of 3 years of related experience and successful completion of the Pharmavite Technician Program.
• Demonstrates the technical and administrative competence to initiate revisions to existing documents, troubleshoot existing procedures, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Application of basic math skills, to include addition, multiplication, and division to calculate and adjust equipment, calculate parameters, and quality control measures.
• Demonstrated knowledge of regulated health, sanitation, and safety requirements.
• Physical ability to discern varieties of color, weights, flavor, and general appearance of product.
• Builds operational and technical mastery across a majority of equipment/areas as assigned by department.
• Demonstrates mechanical aptitude to inspect equipment, perform preventive maintenance, routine repairs on equipment, and complete required maintenance tasks.
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions and communicate standard operating procedures, good manufacturing practices, safety practices and manufacturing standards.

Nice-to-haves

• Computer literate, able to use Microsoft applications and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and with continuous change initiatives.
• Flexibility to change work assignments, departments, and shift as needed based on business need.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation programs.
• Comprehensive Total Rewards package.
• Annual Pay Range: $39,155.00 - $58,835.00.
• Compensation for all overtime hours worked in accordance with state and federal law.