Production Lead I (Wed- Sat 5:30am - 5:30pm)
B. Braun US Pharmaceutical Manufacturing LLC
- Irvine, CA
- Permanent
- Full-time
Job Posting Location: Irvine, California, United States
Functional Area: Production
Working Model: Onsite
Days of Work: Thursday, Saturday, Friday, Wednesday, Rotating
Shift: 3/4 X 12
Relocation Available: No
Requisition ID: 4378B. Braun Medical Inc., a leader in infusion therapy and pain management, develops, manufactures, and markets innovative medical products and services to the healthcare industry. Other key product areas include nutrition, pharmacy admixture and compounding, ostomy and wound care, and dialysis. The company is committed to eliminating preventable treatment errors and enhancing patient, clinician and environmental safety. B. Braun Medical is headquartered in Bethlehem, Pa., and is part of the B. Braun Group of Companies in the U.S., which includes B. Braun Interventional Systems, Aesculap® and CAPS®.Globally, the B. Braun Group of Companies employs more than 64,000 employees in 64 countries. Guided by its Sharing Expertise® philosophy, B. Braun continuously exchanges knowledge with customers, partners and clinicians to address the critical issues of improving care and lowering costs. To learn more about B. Braun Medical, visitPosition Summary:
- This position is a Manufacturing Technician that operates the area equipment and performs autonomous maintenance activities.
- Operate all assigned equipment.
- Perform and oversee the standard work according to department SOP’s.
- Work with the Mfg Lead and management to establish, implement, maintain, and enhance the standard work in the area
- Conduct training for operators on standard work and trouble-shooting techniques, and evaluate the effectiveness of training.
- Recommend changes to operating procedures in order to improved quality and efficiency.
- Follow and ensure adherence to cGMP's.
- Contribute and participate in continuous improvement programs including LPMS, 5S, KATA, and Kaizen events.
- Participate in the daily shift startup meeting.
- Troubleshoot and resolve line stoppages
- Perform preventive maintenance
- During machine downtime, assist mechanic and/or engineers on maintenance activities.
- Perform visual and functional tests on the product.
- Monitor production quality and take action according to the standard work / SOP.
- Perform equipment setup and adjustment
- Perform line clearance per SOP
- Complete appropriate documentation including batch records, log books, PM and DM as required, following good documentation practices.
- Perform cleaning, sanitizing and disinfecting of designated areas.
- Maintain work area to the 5S standard.
- Adhere to all safety and good housekeeping regulations.
- Ability to read, write, understand, and effectively communicate job related information in English.
- Basic computer skills including Microsoft Windows, Word, and Excel, and the ability to send/receive email.
- Knowledge of company policies, procedures, cGMP's, and OSHA regulations.
- AA degree or equivalent from a 2-year college or technical school or equivalent education/experience.
- Minimum 2 years previous experience in the pharmaceutical/medical device industry or highly automated manufacturing plant.
- 3 years prior experience in a manufacturing environment with automated production assembly.
- Perform related duties in other areas as needed.
- The employee must frequently lift or carry up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift or carry 50 – 100 pounds with assistance.
- Exertion of 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequency, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate (ear protection required).
- Highly automated mechanical equipment (safety glasses and safety shoes required). Personal Protective Equipment will be required.