Compounder

Position Summary

Primary purpose of this position: Responsible for the dispensing of chemicals and compounding of bulk product according to department SOPs and batch record requirements. Responsible for ensuring a safe workplace while producing a quality product.

Essential Functions

• Basic weighing or measuring of materials, or products.
• Understand the continuous improvement process.
• Must be able to train and cross train less experienced compounders and cleaning technicians.
• Ability to follow instructions precisely on the batch record.
• Observe equipment operations so that abnormalities can be detected and escalate abnormalities timely and appropriately.
• Operation of simple equipment.
• Collect product samples and prepare them for laboratory analysis and testing.
• Cleaning of compounding equipment (tanks/pumps/utensils).
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Clean and lubricate mechanical parts of machines and other small parts, to include transfer lines, mixing tanks and other equipment as needed.
• Cleaning of portable equipment, such as pumps, fillers, storage containers, stationary storage tanks
• and return cleaned parts to designated storage areas.
• Management of waste water and proper disposal.
• Completion of the lock out tag out program.
• Ability to read and determine batch requirements.
• Follow all EPC Safety/Environmental, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and Lean 5S policies and regulation guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Experience

• High school diploma or GED required from an accredited institution.
• One (1) year of experience in a manufacturing facility.
• Light mechanical and troubleshooting skills.
• Basic math and computer skills required.
• Must be qualified to wear a respirator.
• Flexibility to work weekends and overtime.
• Must be able to read, write and understand English.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and be detailed oriented.
• Ability and willingness to work closely with others and departments.
• Ability to document and communicate properly.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds without assistance.

Working Relationships

• Edgewell teammates, contractors and regulatory agencies.

Work Environment

• Ability to work 8+ hour shift standing, bending, and reaching
• Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled environment (may be above 30 ambient degrees or below 20 ambient degrees in areas of production)
• Maintaining a safe and clean work environment