MFG Resource Operator Week Days

Under general supervision, this position leads manufacturing and production activities; assists Operations Supervisor with the coordination of materials and/or products processing in the manufacturing facility; leads manufacturing employees and monitors output and quality of products; and assures products meet quality and delivery requirements.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), company policies, safety policies and practices, quality standards, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Responsible at all times for ensuring that tasks are performed according to food safety, quality, and regulatory guidelines.
• Plan work schedules and assign duties to maintain adequate staffing for effective performance of activities and response to fluctuating workloads.
• Assist with the development of SOP's, work instructions and other job-related materials,
• and assists with training and certification programs as needed.
• Utilize the 3C's problem solving method in support of the plant lean initiative.
• Ensure machines and equipment are inspected to ensure specific operational performance and optimum utilization.
• Perform all necessary quality checks, review, and audit work performed both during the process and at completion to ensure accuracy to work orders.
• Transmit and assign production schedules to employees according to priority.
• Assist in performance of all work-related assignments as needed, relieves for breaks, assist with equipment changes, etc.
• Maintain accurate records of information such as daily receipts, inspection results, etc.
• Assist with data entry and distribution of key production metrics, productivity, OEE, etc.
• May occasionally operate forklifts, scissor lifts and/or other powered industrial trucks in loading, unloading and movement of parts and equipment.
• Assists Operations Supervisor as needed.
• Prepare operational schedules and coordinate activities to ensure deadlines are met and quality of products meets specifications.
• Develop or revise standard operational and working practices and observe workers to ensure compliance with standards.
• Ensure all tasks are performed according to safety procedures and regulations.
• Compile, store, and retrieve manufacturing and production data using computers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma, GED
• (3) to five (5) years' experience technical production line operation experience in a fast-paced lean manufacturing environment and/or equivalent combination of experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job.
• Prior manufacturing experience in a GMP environment (food manufacturing, pharmaceutical manufacturing, etc.)
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Strong and effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of individuals.
• Knowledge of production procedures and documentation requirements.
• Ability to oversee and train employees, to include organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling
• work assignments.
• Ability to make evaluative judgments.
• Ability to develop, plan, and implement short- and long-range goals.
• Employee development and performance management skills.
• Ability to analyze.
• Ability to investigate and analyze information, draw conclusions, and solve problems.
• Ability to work against and meet deadlines.
• Skill and ability to complete PIT Certification (Powered Industrial Truck) to safely operate
• material handling equipment such as stand-up/sit-downforklifts, pallet jacks, scissor lifts,
• etc.
• Strong attention to detail and organization skills
• Strong computer skills (MS Office Suite, WMS and SAP preferred).
• Ability to maintain punctuality and predictable attendance.

REQUIRED TRAINING:

• Annual Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)
• Annual Safety Training
• Battery Acid -MSDS
• Code of Conduct
• On-Boarding
• Role specific training as indicated in the plant Training Tracker and/or Safety Matrix
• Sexual Harassment Avoidance
• Vitamin D3 in Corn Oil - MSDS

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Must wear appropriate personal protective equipment and clean room attire.
• Moderate physical activity, requires standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day and up to twelve (12) hours per shift.
• Must be able to lift and carry items weighing 50 pounds.
• Must be able to perform work onsite and be comfortable in a light industrial environment, including some exposure to non-toxic dust.

We reward the hard work of our team members with fun and exciting company events, Summer Picnic, Festive Packages, Holiday Celebrations, and associate referral bonuses!

Founded in 2011, Piping Rock Health Products has gone on to win Long Island’s Top Workplaces Award 7 years in a row & securing the spot as Top Supplement Manufacturing Company 2024 by Food Business Review! Supported by a group of vitamin visionaries with over 40 years of industry experience and a carefully curated team of talented associates. Piping Rock is a global vitamin and supplement manufacturer with an unwavering commitment to creating quality wellness products. We believe that family always comes first, and that the dedication of our associates is the key ingredient to our success.

We are drug free workplace, regulated by the FDA, required to follow Federal Guidelines; therefore in order to start as well as maintain employment, you must be able to successfully clear drug screening processes, which include testing for all illegal substances per Federal Guidelines.

Piping Rock Health Products, INC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.