Senior Production Specialist
Job Category:
Manufacturing Operations
Location:
Plymouth, MN, US, 55447
At STERIS, we help our Customers create a healthier and safer world by providing innovative healthcare and life science product and service solutions around the globe.
Position Summary & Schedule:
A Batch Builder is responsiblefor the critical process of building chemical batches that are fed to the downstream fill and packaging lines. In this role the individual is responsiblefor following the batch building process to create batches that meet the specification while meeting the production schedule to ensure the packaging and fill lines have product to dispense. Monday - Thursday 3pm - 1am (2nd shift) 10hr shifts 4x per week Potential weekend hours as needed What you will do as a Senior Production Specialist:
Actively utilizes the continuous improvement system, owns/supports implemented identified improvements and has experience leading a problem solving team.
Trained and proficient to the most critical/advanced processes, including those that require more technical training.
Able to recognize problems or quality concerns and understands the impact to product quality. Can work independently to troubleshoot and find solutions to resolve problems that occur during the manufacturing process.
Has the ability to navigate the electronic systems used in operations. (Examples: SAP, Propel)
Cross-trained across most work cells/lines, takes advantage of opportunities to broaden their cross-training and has mastered the most critical processes.
Willing and able to train others on the most critical/advanced processes.
Has a solid understanding of the value stream, from end to end, of the finished goods produced in their department.
Able to communicate effectively up and down with the extended team and clearly articulate the subject matter.
Performs all the calculations necessary for determining the amount of chemical for use in a batch (sodium chloride, potassium chloride, calcium chloride, etc.).
Weighs out chemicals accurately and transfers them into the mixing tank.
Understands the tank farm and how all the components work (mixers, recirculation, filters, cleaning tanks and hoses, filter systems, connecting hoses, and what the top off marks are on the tanks).
Performs pH, hydrogen peroxide, and particulate analysis.
Brings pre-dispense samples to QC lab for testing
Assists on the packaging/fill lines as needed.
Required, Preferred, and Other Qualifications:
Required:
High School Diploma or GED
3+ years of work experience in an operations environment
Must be able to read, understand, and carry out written and verbal instructions on performing the job as well as safety procedures
Preferred:
Current or previous forklift experience or certification
Previous production experience in medical or chemical industry
Ability and/or experience working in a team-based environment
Experience working in clean room environment
Other:
Up to 100% sitting, standing and walking in an 8-hour workday, more if working overtime
Ability to: continuously wear personal protective equipment and/or clean room attire, work overtime as required, lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds, operate power tools/equipment and hand tools, work with or around chemicals, and use a microscope
Willingly and proactively collaborates with others to achieve operational goals
Fully aware of the quality of own work and that of others around you
Works with energy, passion, and drives towards goals with professionalism and respect; operates in a way that creates an atmosphere of achievement
Adheres to all company and departmental safety policies and guidelines
Performs daily job duties in a safe manner and keeps their work area clean and organized at all times
Capable of following detailed assembly instructions, both written and verbal.
Complies with policies, guidelines and regulatory requirements per the Quality System
Consistent ability to meet production goals for assigned processes while maintaining quality standards for the product
Employee workmanship and documentation standards regularly meet all of our quality standards and GMP practices
Works well with others in the value stream and offers support when help is needed in a different area
Consistently adheres to attendance and punctuality guidelines
What STERIS Offers:
Market competitive pay.
Extensive Paid Time Off (PTO) and (9) added Holidays.
Excellent Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Benefits.
Long/Short term disability coverage.
401(k) with a company match.
Maternity & Parental Leave.
Additional add-on benefits/discounts for programs such as Pet Insurance.
Tuition Reimbursement and continued education programs.
Opportunity for advancement in a stable long-term career.
Pay range for this opportunity is$21.15-$29.66.This position is eligible for bonus participation. Minimum pay rates offered will comply with county/city minimums, if higher than range listed. Pay rates are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to local labor market costs, years of relevant experience, education, professional certifications, foreign language fluency, etc. Employees (and their families) may enroll in our company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, flexible spending, health savings account, voluntary benefits, supplemental life/AD&D plans and the company's 401k plan. Employees are covered by an employee assistance program (also available to household members) and long-term disability. Full-Time Employees are also eligible for short-term disability. Full-time Employees will also receive Paid Time Off (PTO) based on years of service and paid Holidays. Part-time employees working 20 or more hours receive a pro-ration of the full-time PTO allocation and paid Holidays based on their standard hourly work week. Full-Time employees are eligible for four weeks of paid parental leave. Part-time employees also receive paid parental leave, pro-rated based on their standard hourly work week. STERIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.We are committed to equal employment opportunity and the use of affirmative action programs to ensure that persons are recruited, hired, trained, transferred and promoted in all job groups regardless of race, color, religion, age, disability, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state or local law.We are not only committed to this policy by our status as a federal government contractor, but also we are strongly bound by the principle of equal employment opportunity.
Job Category:
Manufacturing Operations
Location:
Plymouth, MN, US, 55447
Nearest Major Market: Minneapolis
Job Segment:
Chemical Research, Industrial, QC, Forklift, Warehouse, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality
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Steris Corporation
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