Description
Performs duties associated with the production of agricultural/vitamin premixes (feed additives) in a regulated environment.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Selects and weighs components in accordance with established manufacturing directions (batch records).
- Selects and moves components to weighing area or dumping station.
- Examines finished products to determine consistency and blend characteristics. Samples products according to Quality Control procedures.
- Selects and records lot number and weights of all materials, reconciles weights and yields on batch formulation sheet.
- Packages all finished goods according to batch specifications. Reconciles quantity packages with production yield.
- Assigns dates and lot numbers to product labels and affixes labels to packaged product
- Maintains mixing and packaging equipment. Responsible for cleanliness of work area and adherence to OSHA and GMP. Cleans equipment on a regular basis and as needed.
- Operates fork-lift to move and store raw materials, in process, and finished goods.
- Performs regular safety inspections and makes recommendations for improvement.
- Checks calibration of scales and maintains inspection log.
- Reports any inconsistency in color, odor, etc., in raw or manufactured materials to Blend Plant Manager.
- Recommends improvements to product appearance, flow, and packaging
- Assists Utility Mechanic as required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Ability to operate blending equipment, computers, and terminals;
- Fork-lift operator license;
- Ability to accomplish multiple tasks;
- Attention to detail;
- Strong communication and team skills;
- Conscious of safety and quality regulations.
- Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
- Ability to Lift 20-50 pounds
- Must have schedule flexibility - this is a rotating shift position.
- High School education or equivalent.
- Six months previous related experience preferred.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals