Position                         : Bulking/Formulation Operator 3
Location                       :  Hunt Valley, MD
Duration                       : 12 Months
Total Hours/week        : 40.00
Employment Type: Contract on W2 (Need US Citizens Or GC Holders Only)
3rd Shift 4:00Pm - 4:30Am, 2-2-3-3-2 work schedule

Job Overview

• Responsible for preparation of materials to support downstream manufacturing operations.
• May operate specialty preparation equipment.
• Weighs, measures and checks raw materials to ensure batches manufactured contain proper ingredients and accurate proportions following approved procedure.
• Assists with in process testing to ensure batches meet specifications.
• Responsible for validating processes and equipment directly related to filtration, cleaning and sterilization.
• Responsible for the removal and disposal of waste chemicals, solvents and acids.
• Identifies, troubleshoots, and resolves complex issues associated with bulking/formulation operations.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Weighs, measures and checks raw materials to ensure batches manufactured contain proper ingredients o 
•  Performs simple analytical tests (pH, conductivity, and absorbance)o   Performs routine cleaning of processing equipment  
• Handles hazardous waste as appropriate
• Assists with inventory counting activities as required
•  Inspects in-process parts to ensure consistent quality and remove defective product, packaging, and component material
• Responsible for ensuring timely and accurate documentation of all manufacturing activities performed
• Monitors meters, gauges, temperatures, pressures, and related controalso   Plans and controls timing of operations
• Generates reports, graphs, and other data
• Ensures accurate proportions of batches following approved procedure
• Interprets complex drawings, diagrams, charts and specifications
• Performs complex work to close tolerances, high quality and accuracy
• Makes effective decisions relative to position requirements
• Evaluates operating process equipment and implantation to ensure constant compliance with standard manufacturing practices (SMP)
• Uses independent judgment in troubleshooting and problem solving under little/no supervision  
• May develop weekly production plans coordinating resources (raw materials) and communicating relative priority to downstream parties
• Provides support to lead and/or supervisor when necessary
• May provide training support for on-boarding and/or new procedures
• May provide support on special projects
• Demonstrates the ability to follow established procedures according to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Must follow all client housekeeping policies and procedures
• Must follow all client safety policies and procedures
• Must be able to work overtime as required to meet Client business requirements
• Perform other duties as requiredQualifications

Minimum Education/Experience:

• High School degree required with 2 years manufacturing experience required.
• Experience in a regulated environment required.

Basic Skills:

• Exhibit the ability to use independent judgment and demonstrated leadership
• Possess the ability to communicate (oral/written) technical and non-technical information across the group and organization
• Possess strong time management skills to complete assigned tasks in an accurate and timely manner
• Strong attention to detail
• Possess the ability to operate independently on semi-routine and routine activities

Proficient/Working Skills:

• Must be proficient in English with the ability to read, write, analyze/evaluate charts, follow simple diagrams and perform basic arithmetic
• Demonstrate the ability to use personal computer’s
• Proficiency in MS Excel is required
• Must be able to use advanced math skills to produce accurate formulas
• Possess the able to read, write, comprehend and interpret complex charts, drawings, diagrams, graphs and other data
• May require forklift certification.
• Be able to flow to other areas of the department as needed.
• Must be clean shaven for respirator requirements.