Overview
We are seeking a 3rd Shift HFF Sr. Casting Operator to join our growing HFF Casting (mPES) team. You will be a key role in Fiber Casting Machine Operator. This is an opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects in a collaborative environment.
We are an innovative life sciences company focused on developing and commercializing high-value bioprocessing products, technologies, and solutions critical in the production of biologic drugs.
You will be part of a cross functional team of mPES Casting team highly motivated and collaborative colleagues. This role will be based in Rancho Dominguez, California.
Responsibilities
Establish production priorities with Mfg. Specialist to achieve schedule adherence.
- Prepare and mix raw materials for HFF membranes casting.
- Breakdown/setup casting machine and assemble/maintain casting tooling.
- Perform daily entries into the computer database.
- Accurately record real-time data and maintain production records and log.
- Accurately labels all production fibers and sample fibers.
- Ensure that machinery and equipment on assigned production lines perform at capacity and within the established line metrics.
- Participates in all line changeovers.
- Perform daily cleaning and maintenance on machines and, when necessary, dispose of solutions, according to HAZMAT.
- Operator troubleshoots and corrects processing problems.
- Maintain consumable stock (i.e., bags, labels, tapes, and other casting-specific items)
- Verify the accuracy of work daily to prevent errors.
- Advise the direct Supervisor of any problems.
- Comply with applicable FDA and international regulatory laws/standards and the Repligen Code of Conduct.
Qualifications
Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:
- High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
- 4-6 years of fiber extrusion-related experience.
- Knowledge of 5S techniques and Lean Manufacturing Skills.
Physical Requirements:
- Regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, feel, and talk or hear.
- Frequently required to sit; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- Exerting up to 60 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.
- Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, and reaching.