Production Technician, Kiefel - Afternoon shift
Req # JR - 133457 Location Alliston, Ontario, Canada Job Category Assembly Jobs Date posted 04/30/2024This is where you save and sustain lives
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Summary of Responsibilities
We are currently looking for a energetic, hard-working Production Technician in our Kiefel Department to work a permanent full-time position on our on our Afternoon shift (Monday to Friday) at our Alliston facility.
The Kiefel Technician will take on a more technical role to manage the increased complexity of the new equipment. Employees will be assessed throughout the program and their job performance to ensure they are successfully learning the necessary skills and qualifications. In order to achieve this, we will be partnering with local educational institutions to develop and implement a comprehensive training program for operators to successfully troubleshoot, maintain and set up the equipment.
Due to the nature of our business, Baxter follows Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) which requires our employees to focus on cleanliness and contamination control. Other aspects of GMP that must be observed are no makeup or jewelry in the production areas.
Key Responsibilities:
Operate the Kiefel, SAPA, Grinder and Blender in a safe manner.
Troubleshoot, set up and make equipment adjustments to produce a quality product in an efficient manner.
Perform complete changeovers.
Perform QA inspections and complete documentation following Good Documentation Practices (GDP) to support release of product.
Transport raw materials and finished products following safe lifting guidelines and utilize lift devices and material handling equipment.
Identify and implement minor equipment/ process improvements to improve safety, quality and/or cost.
Complete basic Preventative Maintenance on equipment and active participation in TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) teams and improvements.
Education and Experience:
High school diploma/GED.
Demonstrated good attendance in present position.
Demonstrated good performance & good quality in present position.
Strong ‘can do’ attitude, presenting a positive and optimistic approach to problem solving
Flexibility to work overtime as required.
Experience in successfully trouble shooting mechanical problems.
Demonstrated problem solving skills
Experience in working effectively both independently, and as part of a team.
Proven ability to be proactive and self-motivated on the job
Demonstrated ability to document data correctly per CA GPP 80.
Must have the ability to comprehend Baxter Specifications / SOP’s and determine appropriate corrective actions.
Equipment used: Kiefel machines, SAPA, 4-wheel trolleys, manual jacks, electric hoist, 4 wheel pushcart, Q.A. tools and gauges and computer.
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