Manufacturing Technician I

Polysciences technical operations and scientific laboratories offer custom synthesis, contract manufacturing and packaging, and laboratory products.

We are proud to offer a broad range of products and tailored solutions for the life sciences, bioprocessing, microparticles, medical device, specialty chemical and eChem industries.

We adhere to ISO13485:2016, FDA cGMP 21 CFR 820 regulations, and SOCMA’s ChemStewards® Management System.

We believe the best scientific innovations are built through collaborations.

The Manufacturing Technician I is responsible for the production of commercial products for the profile of Polysciences’ products.

This role involves providing training, troubleshooting, and production of all commercial products as needed.

The Manufacturing Technician I supports investigations, corrective actions, safety, and quality improvements on operations within the production teams.

Essential Functions:


*  Operations:

-Perform synthesis and blend batches for the profile of Polysciences’ as published on the weekly production schedule

-Receive training as required to execute established production processes.

-Work cross functionally with other operational teams to resolve equipment and technical issues as they arise.


* Quality Assurance:

-Complete and document all activities and deviations per company GDP and QMS standards.

-Complete departmental PM and daily activities per established procedures.

-Aid non-conformance investigations and adapt corrective actions within time allotted as assigned by management.


* Process Improvement:

-Support transfer of NPIs with engineering, validation, and commercial training.



* Safety Compliance:

-Ensure safe working environment by following procedures, protocols, and 5s visual standards.

-Report any near-misses, accidents, or safety violations immediately.

Assist as needed in EHS investigations.



* Inventory Management:

-Contribute to inventory accuracy by ensuring batch issuance, consumable usage, and waste tracking per assigned batch tickets.



* Communication:

-Communicate to peers and management in a concise manner.

Qualifications: 


* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.


* Excellent problem solving and documentation skills.


* Ability to read technical documents and manuals.


* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.


* Commitment to safety and quality standards.


* Knowledge of high school level science (chemistry, physical chemistry, mathematics).

Computer Skills Required:


* Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) preferred.


* ERP systems preferred.


* Electronic maintenance programs preferred.

Qualifications

Education Required: High School Diploma/GED                                                  Preferred: High School Diploma/GED                      

Certification(s): Specify preferred or required.

Computer Skills Required: Specify preferred or required.

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) preferred.

ERP systems preferred.

Electronic maintenance programs preferred.

Other qualifications:


* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.


* Excellent problem solving and documentation skills.


* Ability to read technical documents and manuals.


* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.


* Commitment to safety and quality standards.


* Knowledge of high school level science (chemistry, physical chemistry, mathematics).

Immediate Work Environment:

X-Chemicals                    Unprotected Height           X-Fumes/Gases           Persistent Noise

X-PPE used: safety glasses, protective shoes, gloves, hair net, safety glasses, lab coat, respirator

Work Activity: [must equal number of hours worked per day]              

Stand:     4             Frequency:  Intermittently                           Walk:     2             Frequency:  Intermittently          

Sit:          2             Frequency:  Intermittently                           Drive:      0             Frequency:  Choose an item.          

Lift/Carry Demands

Frequency:                                                            Lift/Carry Equipment Provided:

0-10 lbs.

                1-3 hours a day                    None

11-25 lbs.

             1-3 hours a day                    Hydraulic hoists, wheeled carts

26-50 lbs.

             Less than 1 hour a day                        Hydraulic hoists, wheeled carts

51-75 lbs.

             Rarely                     Pallet jacks, motorized pallet jacks, forklifts

76-100 lbs.

           Never                     Pallet jacks, motorized pallet jacks, forklifts

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