Packaging Liquid Formulator, 2nd Shift

Job Title

Requisition

Location

Additional Locations

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Blend defined quantities of designated raw materials (per specific manufacturing instructions) into final dosage blend stage. Executes all production processes while strictly adhering to cGMP, Standard Operating Procedures, documentation protocols, environmental health and safety guidelines and any other related regulations that could apply. The Blending Technician is expected to fully participate in both departmental projects and any quality working teams that may be applicable. Supports the leader and subject matter (SME) expert in their area(s) of responsibility. Supports production, operations projects and process improvements. Maintains accurate and compliant documentation on all activities. The Blending Technician is also expected to work on the packaging line as an operator, tending machines and conveyors at various stages of the packaging line to maintain efficient, continuous packaging of the product for shipment, at times when liquid formulation or other associated functions are not required.

Compensation: $22.65 - $24.49/hour

Essential Functions

Batch Record Executed

• Follows applicable dispensing and blending procedures for dispensing and raw material usage.

• Sets up and operates equipment in blending operations.

• Makes minor adjustments to equipment as required.

• Verifies scales.

• Inspects production room(s) and equipment for required state of safety and cleanliness.

• Stages materials needed to produce the batch.

• Blends ingredients using appropriate process, time intervals and equipment.

• Places blended materials in containers that have been prepared according to instructions andSOP.

• Prepares and affixes labels at various stages of the blend.

• Weighs materials at various stages of the blending process to ensure accuracy of the blend.

• Records weights, processes, sample data, equipment and other information required on

• appropriate paperwork and/or electronic systems (batch folders, equipment records, BPCS, etc.) toensure documentation prescribed by SOPs and government regulations.

• Prepares and submits samples to Quality Control Laboratory.

• Maintains control of DEA scheduled material in accordance with accepted policy, practice andprocedure.

• Assists in running validation and PPT batches.

• Assists in the training of individuals on equipment and processes.

• Reviews new and/or updated batch records.

Line Schedule Adhered to

• Is at his/her position ready to start production as required.

• Monitors the production process, makes periodic checks and adjusts equipment or work practicesto maximize production efficiency, yields, quality and safety. Accurately reports production andensures reports are

• Assists maintenance personnel in set-up, adjustments and equipment repairs as trained andinstructed.

• Ensures that conditions are acceptable to change from one product to another by ensuring thatmaterials, paperwork, and equipment have been staged for changeover and all cleaning and inspectionrequirements are met.

Downtime Avoided

• Will immediately stop production and notify Team Lead or Supervisor of any safety or qualityconcerns.

• Disassembles, cleans and reassembles basic line equipment according to SOPs. Ensures properinspections are conducted prior to reassembly.

• Cleans and assembles other applicable blending or packaging equipment as needed.

Compliance Standards Met

• Follows all safety rules and regulations. Accepts accountability for own personal safety andidentifies potential unsafe conditions to help prevent self and co-workers from being injured.

• Complies with all site security requirements.

• Performs lock-out/tag-out procedures according to SOPs.

• Follows safe working practices in the execution of their assigned duties.

• Actively participates in general site and departmental Safety initiatives.

• Maintains clean work area; clear away debris, damaged or defective product, cartons, labelsand packaging supplies.

Marginal Functions

• Assists technicians at other stations within the department as needed.

• Works on any blending, dispensing or packaging stations on which you are trained.

• May be crossed-trained in other functions.

Minimum Requirements

Education: High School diploma or GED required. Basic knowledge and the ability to applymathematical concepts, spelling, English, and grammar.

Experience:
Level I: Preferred minimum of three to twelve months' experience under direct supervision andguidance in order to gain sufficient skill to perform the requirements of the position;

Level II: Preferred minimum 1 year experience, demonstrated ability to perform all functions of therole;

Level III: Preferred minimum 1 year experience, demonstrated ability to perform all functions ofthe role, demonstrated ability to train others to perform all functions of the role.

License(s)/Certification(s) Required: Certification in operation motorized pallet jacks and endstackers.

Preferred Skills/Competencies that may be representative but not all inclusive of those commonlyassociated with this position:

• Ability to comprehend and carry out instructions furnished in written and oral form and deal

• with problems involving standardized situations.

• Perform the basic functions of arithmetic; add, subtract, multiply and divide all units of

• measure.

• Perform reading, writing and speaking at a basic level.

• Ability to work under direct supervision to learn the functions of the position.

• Basic eye-hand coordination.

• Basic proficiency operating several of the following pieces of equipment:

  a. Formulation tanks and associated equipment

  b. Scales

  c. Liquid and solid dose filling equipment

  d. Bottle Unscrambler

  e. Cottoner/Coil Inserter (if applicable)

  f. Capper, Torque Tester

  g. Induction Sealer/Foil Seal Detector

  h. Labeling equipment (e.g. Labeler, Topserter, etc.)

  i. Hand packing

  j. End Packing

  k. Bottle Checkweigher

  l. Reject Station

• Machines, Tools, Equipment, Work Aids that may be representative but not all inclusive ofthose commonly associated with this position (see Department Training Manual for most current andcomprehensive list of equipment):

• Bottle unscrambler, cottoner/coil inserter, capper, torque tester, induction sealer, foil sealdetector, shrink tunnels, scales and packaging tape dispenser, bottle checkweigher, reject station.

Organizational Relationship/Scope:

Problem Solving: Rigorously and systematically connects information, processes and events byorganizing divergent information and searching for common themes, patterns, and causal connections.Undertakes a complex task by breaking it down into manageable parts in a systematic, detailed way.Thinks of several possible explanations or alternatives for a situation and anticipates potentialobstacles and develops contingency plans to overcome them. Uses intelligence, common sense, hardwork and tenacity to solve particularly difficult or complicated challenges.

Attention to Detail/Focus: Is thorough and precise in accomplishing a task through concern for allthe areas involved, no matter how small. Monitors and checks work or information and plans andorganizes time and resources efficiently. Double-checks the accuracy of information and workproduct to provide accurate and consistent work. Provides information on a timely basis and in ausable form to others who need to act on it. Compares observations of finished work to what isexpected to find inconsistencies.

Follows Processes Consistently:

Shows concern for all aspects of the job by accurately checkingprocesses and tasks carefully and accurately follows established procedures for completing worktasks; uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training or extensive on-the-job experienceto perform one's job.

Composure: Is cool under pressure; does not become defensive or irritated when times are tough; isconsidered mature; can be counted onto hold things together during tough times; can handle stress;is knocked off balance by the unexpected; doesn't show frustration when resisted or blocked; is asettling influence in a crisis.

Positive Attitude/Engagement: Shows commitment/dedication and accountability in one's work; andfollows through on all aspects. Takes personal responsibility for resolving problems brought toone's attention. Goes beyond expectations in the assignment/task, or job description without beingasked.

Incorporates Mallinckrodt Cultural Hallmarks in daily routine:

• Accountable: Promote responsibility. Forward thinking to anticipate potential issues anddowntime.

• Competitive: Continuous improvement oriented. Understand, promote, and practice leanprincipals.

• Collaborative: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ensuring professional andcourteous interactions at all organizational levels. Work effectively in a high performing teamenvironment; understand the basic concepts of team dynamics and team building.

• High Performing: Understand and support performance excellence objectives.

• Trustworthy

Working Conditions:

Physical/Visual Activities or Demands: Physical/visual activities or demands that are commonlyassociated with the performance of the functions of this job.

• Heavy physical demand requires frequent moving, pushing, pulling, rolling and dumping of upto 100 kg and manual lifting of up to 25 kg. Physical demand also involves walking andstanding (70%), balancing, bending, kneeling and reaching (15%), grasping and feeling (5%) andcommunicating (10%).

• Mental demand is frequent requiring attention to details of specific manufacturing instructions and recording of information on paperwork.

• Visual demand is continuous and requires clarity of vision at 20 inches or less and 20 feetormore with peripheral vision and the ability to bring objects into sharp focus, to judgedistance and space relationships and to identify and distinguish colors.

Environmental/Atmospheric Conditions: Environmental and atmospheric conditions commonly associatedwith the performance of the functions of this job.

• Exposure to pure raw materials requires incumbent to wear a respirator on a regular basis.

• Protective clothing and equipment including uniform shirt and slacks, jacket, safety glasses,booties, hairnet, gloves, disposable respirator, hearing protection, PAPR, and tyvek suit areworn continuously in the performance of the job functions.

• Exposure to noise requires incumbent to wear hearing protection on regular basis.

• Work hazards include proximity to moving mechanical parts, exposure to dust, odors, cleaning agents, noise, and vibration.