Operations Associate, 2nd Shift - Sanford, ME

Operations Associate, 2nd Shift - Sanford, ME

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The Operations Associates will assist Operations Technicians with the preparation and execution of startup, changeovers, operations, and line shutdown. Also can support material handling, warehousing and quality checks. This position will have primary responsibility for executing the coordination of production materials, safety compliance, data collection, quality checks, maintaining 5S Visual Workplace, inventory (packaging materials and finished goods), and overall production support. The Operations Associate works within a structure that requires considerable interaction with others in the same production unit as well as other production units and support functions. This is a 2nd Shift position with regular working hours Monday - Friday, 3 p.m. - 11:30 p.m. with occasional overtime on Saturdays.

Responsibilities include:

• Understand and be accountable for full compliance with safety and other EOHS requirements
• Understand and be accountable for following all Quality, GMP, and cleaning standards and guidelines
• Inspect and sample inbound trailers, packaging materials, and products according to SOPS
• Load and unload materials, parts and finished products manually or by mechanized means
• Transfer and store finished and materials throughout the plant and warehouse using forklift equipment
• Complete all appropriate SAP and RF transactions for receiving, transferring and shipping of materials and finished products
• Utilizes SAP to confirm material movements and reads work order or follows verbal instructions to ascertain materials or containers to be moved
• Delivers production items to designate work areas for processing
• Stacks processed items in the warehouse
• Delivers processed units to storage or for the next stage of processing
• Completes daily check sheet for forklift safety and maintenance
• Performs cycle counts and inventories
• Performs safety check of pallet stacking at end of shift and reports and resolves any issues
• Packs products in containers
• Assists with startup, changeovers, and operations of automated and manual equipment throughout the production facility
• Performs daily housekeeping activities and conducts/participates in area housekeeping assessments as required to meet all GMPs and FDA requirements
• Assists with finished goods preparation and inspection
• Removes and disposes of Production line waste according to Standard Operating Procedures
• Other job functions that may be assigned

Qualifications Required: High School Diploma or equivalent Ability to lift 55 pounds repeatedly for extended periods of time; Ability to climb stairs and ladders, bend to 90 degrees repeatedly; Must be able to work any shift, weekends and mandatory overtime as needed; Proficient with computers, software, and data processing Minimum of 0-2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment; Demonstrated competency of Attention to Detail, Work Standards, Initiative and Managing Work. Preferred: GMP and/or consumer goods manufacturing experience a plus; Previous manufacturing work team experience preferred; Demonstrated competency in problem-solving/decision making, effective communication, results-oriented, and job fit.

Compensation and Benefits: Salary Range $21.00 - $21.00 USD Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles. Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.

Location: Sanford, Maine