The purpose of this position is:

The Production Associate will be responsible for the day to day manufacturing, filling, inspecting, packaging and finishing of all JRS products.



This position includes significant duties such as:

• Ensures all scheduled products are manufactured according to company procedures and cGMP’s to achieve customer satisfaction and conformance to company schedule/deadlines

• Understands the concepts of aseptic technique to operate inside Class 1,000 and Class 100 cleanroom areas as well as other controlled areas

• Completes batch records in an accurate and timely manner following each days’ production

• Formulates, finishes, manufactures and fills all products produced at the plant with minimal guidance

• Monitors equipment and completes basic equipment maintenance and cleaning activities

• Utilizes and records readings from laboratory and manufacturing equipment

• Closely follows work instructions provided in writing or verbally by supervisor/plant leadership

• Moves stacks of crates from freezer to packaging area with hand truck/dolly to complete work

• Inspects and packages product by checking for damaged bottles, labels and/or heat shrinks that do not meet established standards

• Labels, bags, boxes and palletizes finished product in accordance with plant deadlines

• May assist with warehouse and shipping support as required in production environment

• Provide input to new, and revising existing, SOP’s to ensure procedures are accurate, up to date and in compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices

• Responsible for reporting quality and safety issues to immediate supervisor

• Ensures personal training documentation is up to date and aid in the training of others as needed

• Maintain organization and cleanliness of production areas

• Special assignments and other responsibilities as required



Working Conditions:

Frequently lifts and/or moves up to 25 pounds and up to 60 pounds occasionally; rarely lifts over 60 lbs. Exposure to outside weather conditions and short periods of time in a walk-in freezer and clean room environment. Protective clothing or equipment may occasionally be required including: gloves, protective eyewear, coveralls, footwear, masks and/or respirator



Education:

High School Diploma or GED required



Experience:

None. Preferred experience in aseptic environment in an FDA regulated facility.