Overview
We are seeking a 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
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- 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.