Cooker Operator I

We believe being healthy should not require tradeoffs. SCN BestCo is a leading innovator, developer and manufacturer of Vitamin, Mineral & Supplement (VMS), Over-the-Counter (OTC) and prebiotics/probiotics in enjoyable forms such as gummies, lozenges and chews. With over 50 years of excellence, our team leads the way in changing how consumers make healthier choices.  With unique food science expertise and proprietary processes, we’ve pioneered many firsts.  Our passion to create new to the world products has guided and continues to be core to our mission of making health and wellness more enjoyable. Come join us and become a part of our winning formula! 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Fully understand the principles of the continuous cooker’s functions


• Fully understand and navigate the touch screen controls, push button switches, and operator panels for the entire cooking process of equipment and understand the effects of changes AND the interrelationships


• Responsible for the correct operation of the proper cooking process flow of equipment, including the batching system and continuous cooker


• Able to relieve out and operate all areas of the continuous cooker, including batching, cook, depositing, etc.


• Responsible for the verification of ingredients being used in production and that the ingredients are of good quality within tolerances set forth in the batch record


• Responsible for all processing documentation that is associated with product being produced and that the information therein is accurate and legible


• Responsible for the quality of products being produced on the line, ensuring all dosages, set points, temperatures, and any other parameters set forth in batch records are being strictly adhered to with minimal variance


• Must be mechanically inclined and be in constant search of any mechanical issues that may impede production


• Responsible for the daily lubrication, cleaning, upkeep of the equipment train and reporting of any machinery defects to Maintenance and Engineering


• Ensure steam, pneumatic, and electrical systems for the operation are in sound mechanical condition and are operating efficiently


• Must be able to change products on the run with minimal waste and with no cross-contamination


• Must be able to effectively communicate any and all issues with supervision, QA, and QC


• Responsible for ensuring surrounding work area is clean and cGMP compliant at all times


• Understand and utilize the correct hand tools needed for tasks


• Plan ahead and communicate upcoming product changes with affected personnel and verify needed supplies are on hand


• Perform detailed cleaning and CIP’s as needed and as required per cGMP’s


• Follow SCN BestCo’s LOTO Policy and procedures to ensure that machines or equipment are isolated from all potentially hazardous energy before performing cleaning, service, or maintenance activities where they may be an unexpected energization, start-up, or release of stored energy.


• Read a refractometer and pH meter

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to complete all required documentation (includes, but is not limited to, batch records, log books, notebooks, raw data (charts, graphs, scans, etc.), validation protocols, labels and cGMP-related forms).


• Self-starter


• High level of personal integrity


• Ability to handle multi tasks


• Hygiene oriented/ Quality conscious


• Good team worker


• High level of dexterity


• Versatility/ flexibility a must


• Willing to work overtime as needed


• Mathematically inclined is a must


• Good writing skills


• Quality/Safety conscious


• Ability to work in a high temperature environment


• Frequent heavy lifting of 50 lbs. overhead or on shoulder


• Ability to make quick decisions and react accordingly


• Mechanical aptitude


• Production and efficiency oriented


• Ability to operate equipment with PLC controls

REQUIRED QUALIFICATION:

• High School Diploma or GED


• 6 months Machine operator experience, or Certified Production Technician through NCMI


• Willing and able to clean and sanitize machines


• Frequently moves/lifts raw material/equipment weighting 35 to 50 lbs. around the plant floor or overhead.


• Must be open to work any shift that is necessary depending on the business needs - Flexibility in adjusting shift schedule 


• Must be able to remain in a standing position up to 85% of the time


• Basic computer knowledge (must be able to log on and complete required cGMP SOP training and email


• Constantly working in a high temperature environment

 PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1+ year Machine operator experience in the pharmaceutical industry - Prior Manufacturing experience


• Fork lift experience


• FDA experience


• Certified Production Technician through NCMI