Minnesota Manufacturing Jobs

R&D Batching/Mixing Technician

Brand: Aveda

Description

Position Summary: Execution of small-scale personal care product manufacturing in a pilot environment. Perform equipment set-up, process execution, cleaning, and product testing as required. Follow SOPs and process instructions. Proficient with equipment operation. Perform experimental laboratory work.

This position will be primarily focused on execution of processing hair and skin care products in a small scale pilot lab environment. All work must be executed according to GMP/GLP and in an accurate, safe, and timely manner.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparation, cleaning and sanitizing equipment

• Perform tank and pump inspections

• Verify weighing and documentation accuracy

• Safe addition of raw materials to kettles

• Use steam and cooling water systems to heat and cool batches

• Proper use of complex processing equipment (homogenizers, shear blenders…, etc.)

• Understand, follow, and provide feedback to engineers on processing procedures.

• Prepare blends and premixes

• Produce and transfer batches of product in a safe manner

• Maintain accurate process records

• Sampling

• Analytical testing

• Performs own work & executes with excellence

• Pro-actively updates supervisor on status & flags issues / help required

• Generates & records data accurately

• Proficient in utilizing systems to deliver work

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Education Level: High School Diploma

Minimum Years of Experience: 1

Addition Job Specifications:

Detail oriented, good verbal and written communication skills, effective time management skills, basic math skills, and mechanical aptitude.

Must have ability to up to 50 pounds, ability to stand for up to 8 hours daily.

Must be able to use all protective and safety equipment.

Knowledge of cGMP, cGLP, cGDP preferred.

Basic computer ability with MS Outlook, Word, Access, and Excel.

Job: Research & Development

Primary Location: Americas-US-MN-Blaine

Job Type: Standard

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: 1st (Day) Shift

Travel: No

Job Number: 1925125

We are an equal opportunity employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. It is Company's policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. The Company will endeavor to provide a reasonable accommodation consistent with the law to otherwise qualified employees and prospective employees with a disability and to employees and prospective employees with needs related to their religious observance or practices. Should you wish to apply for this position or any other position with the Company and you believe you require assistance to complete an application or participate in an interview, please contact USApplicantAccommodations@Estee.com