Compounding Technician I

Location

Huntington Beach, CA | United States

Job description

Eastridge Workforce Solutions is partnering with a leading air carbon manufacturing company in Huntington Beach, CA, in its search for a Compounding Technician for a night shift. This opportunity offers a 10 p.m.–6 a.m. shift. For immediate consideration for this Direct Hire role, apply today.

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for preparing batches for material production. This consists of accurate weighing, checking, and mixing of specific chemical compounds for product formulations, as well as operating and monitoring state-of-the-art equipment in accordance with applicable Standard Operating Procedures. The Compounding Technician is also responsible for the efficient operation of extrusion equipment to produce high-quality products and packaging of the final product. This role involves strong attention to detail to ensure that the batches produced meet the company’s established quality standards. The position follows standard work methods and practices safe work habits to ensure production is as efficient and safe as possible. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

• Measure, weigh, and record chemicals. 
• Follow established compounding procedures and recipes to manufacture the organization's products.
• Operate machines and production equipment safely and in accordance with instructions. 
• Make predictive changes to the melt extrusion processes that enable production to hit desired specifications and be able to troubleshoot problematic production runs.
• Makes decision using technical understanding of single and twin-screw extrusion techniques to enable efficient machine setup and optimize product processing. 
• Monitor the quality of output to identify, discard, or remanufacture out of spec products. 
• Perform troubleshooting and required mechanical adjustments to extrusion equipment. 
• Load materials. 
• Properly use all equipment needed in making compounds. 
• Clean production equipment and maintain a clean and safe work area. 
• Maintain a high degree of attention to equipment used and to product(s) produced. 
• Notify the Shift Lead of any mechanical or material issues. 
• Record data and maintain accurate production records. 
• Follow verbal and written instructions. 
• Understand the difference between acceptable and unacceptable product(s). 
• Package products and equipment for storage or shipment. 
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical problems from the product line/process. 

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or 2+ years of experience as a Compounding Technician
• Basic math and mechanical skills. 
• Ability to explicitly follow instructions set forth by standard operating procedures (SOPs). 
• Ability to apply good judgment and understanding to carry out instruction provided in written, oral, and diagram format. 
• Ability to recognize variations and follow appropriate protocol for reporting any variations. 
• Ability to conduct repetitive tasks and lift moderately heavy items.
• Good oral communication skills.
• Must be able to learn to operate machinery systems safely.
• Must be able to meet schedule requirements.

Benefits : Use this link bit.ly/2023-Benefits to learn more about benefits available to Eastridge’s temporary employees. From time to time Eastridge’s clients may offer additional benefits to Eastridge employees while on assignment. Information about those benefits will be communicated when applicable.

Eastridge Workforce Solutions is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Please note that Eastridge is unable to provide visa sponsorship to applicants.

Certain clients require Eastridge to perform background checks and Eastridge will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

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Salary

$23 - $25 per hour