PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES PERFORMED BY THE INCUMBENT

• Performs set-up, operation and monitoring of tanks and mixing equipment for product formulation. Including the use of valves, motors, shafts, heating and cooling lines, gas bubbling, sparging and blanketing
• Weighs out and mixes precise amounts of chemicals according to specific formulas and monitors (verifies) product output from mixing operations. Responsible for the correct storage of raw materials (i.e. temperature requirements, nitrogen blanketing and moisture sensitive).
• Calibrates and operates all formulation-related equipment (such as scales, pH meters, tanks, graduates, and pots etc.).
• Performs operations necessary to adjust pH of product before releasing to production lines.
• Cleans and sanitizes equipment and chemical containers used in the product formulation process in accordance with SOP's.
• Performs daily, weekly and monthly department cleaning and fogging;
• Perform sanitization and operation of the WFI heat exchanger
• Completes documents accurately when recording batch compounding, consumption of raw materials and cleaning activities.
• Initiates work orders to maintain equipment and facilitates continuous improvement.
• Strictly adheres to SOP's, cGMP's, safety requirements and company policies.
• Assists in the training of new employees and completes training on procedures in scheduled time frame.
• Performs pfault testing on glass lined tanks.
• Perform accurate sampling of formulation and filling, hold time studies, taking dissolution samples, pressure readings and completing additional paperwork for products in development.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as directed by supervision.

REQUIREMENTS

• Associates Degree or equivalent relevant work experience is preferred.
• Must have 2 years minimum of experience working in pharmaceutical or related manufacturing environment.
• Heavy lifting is required.
• Must be willing to work overtime when necessary.
• Must be trained and qualified in Personal Protective Equipment [PPE], i.e. respirators.
• Must have good attention to detail, basic problem solving, communication and good documentation skills.
• Mechanical troubleshooting ability a plus.

We offer an excellent salary and benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as life insurance, disability,401K with company match, andwellness program.

Fresenius Kabi is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, immigration status, disabilities, or protected veteran status.