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Now hiring Production Associates in Watsonville, CA - Apply now!
Job Title: Production Associates
Pay Rate: $16.50 - $17.50/hr.
Schedules Available:
Benefits: Medical, Dental, AD&D, PSL
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION :
The Compounder will be primarily responsible for the safe and timely production of all compounded product assigned to them while maintaining product quality, production efficiency and cost standards, to assure that our customers are getting a product that meets all of the specifications and quality standards that have been developed for the product and that we are following all of the procedural guidelines set by the company or its customers, under the direction of the Production Supervisor.
PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS
Responsible for compounding batches to meet production needs in mixing tanks following batch instructions.
Responsible for following all Standard Operating Procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices applicable to the department.
Responsible for the overall housekeeping in the compounding area and keeping process equipment clean, sanitized and organized.
Responsible for the accurate completion of all batch records and the collection of all retains from compounded products.
Responsible for embracing a team environment where cooperation and communication between other team members is vital in order to meet the goals of the Compounding Department.
Review their own Job Description on a weekly basis to make sure that they are meeting the responsibilities of their job.
Miscellaneous job related duties as assigned.
DIMENSIONS, TASKS AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reviews Batch Sheets assigned to them, has material pulled for Batch Sheets, and reviews that sufficient quantities are available to complete the work order 4 to 24 hours before the Work Order is due to go on line.
Check the weights of chemicals and perfumes that have been prepared to go into the batches to insure that the proper amounts of the correct chemicals have been used and that the processing guidelines have been followed. Initial all batch sheets in the appropriate areas.
Assist the Production Supervisor in insuring that we maintain safe inventories of all raw materials, finished compounded products and perfumes.
Operate process equipment such as kettle, pumps, large-scale mixing equipment, in compliance with prescribed operating procedures.
Load and unload raw materials and finished products into and out of process equipment.
Blend chemicals in a precise manner to create product following Batch procedures.
Pre-weighing raw materials with lab and drum scales.
Understand all safety, quality and operational procedures, tools, equipment, electronic/computer systems used in compounding and container filling.
Understand all procedures used to verify and record information during compounding and container filling.
Locate compounded product in the Inventory System.
Cut tops off of empty barrels when ready to discard.
Sanitizes utensils, tools, pumps, hoses, mixers, kettles, measuring containers, tanks, holding containers and other pertinent equipment before use.
Cleans utensils, tools, pumps, hoses, mixers, kettles, tanks, and holding containers immediately after use. Must utilize available time in the cooking process of the batch to clean up as you go.
Turn in all work orders and necessary batch logs in a timely manner.
Wear personal protective equipment when required.
Reports all accidents in the compounding department and any unsafe conditions to the Production Supervisor.
Performs other duties as assigned.
MEETING PARTICIPATION
Weekly Compounding Department Meeting
Any others as requested.
AUTHORITY
This position reports to the Compounding Supervisor and is a support position with direct authority to stop production if it is found that Quality Standards or Operating Procedures are not being followed.
The position closely collaborates with Manufacturing, Material Handling, Production Planning and the Lab.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
This position is not a managerial role and does not have any supervisory responsibilities.
CLASSIFICATION
This is a full-time non-exempt role. .
EDUCATION
High School diploma
Or Equivalent Experience
Forklift certification a plus.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Experience working in a GMP environment preferred
Excellent written and verbal communication
Strong problem solving abilities
3+ years experience in the manufacturing industry preferred
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
Organized and detail-oriented, with a strong drive to succeed.
Good human relations and oral/written communication skills
Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
Demonstrated ability to learn, follow and help refine procedures with minimal oversight
Strong analytical / problem solving skills
Function as part of a multi-discipline project team
Self-starter with willingness to expand expertise and skill base
Ability to handle multiple projects concurrently
Ability to investigate and analyze information and to draw conclusions.
PC Computer skills including Word, Excel and in-house programs.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to create reports.
Ability to make evaluative judgments.
Knowledge of quality control practices.
Must have basic mechanical abilities.
SPECIAL DEMANDS
Physical stamina to withstand eight or more hours on feet. Kneeling, crouching, climbing and working at heights.
This position requires the ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
Working Conditions - Exposure to hazards of an industrial environment including noise, dust wet wash down areas, hazardous materials, machinery and lift equipment.
#IND-L
Full Steam Staffing will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Full Steam Staffing is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing s Fair Chance Act webpage.
Production Associate
Posted: 07/14/25
2025-06-18
2025-08-13
Job Number: 1807426
Job Description
Now hiring Production Associates in Watsonville, CA - Apply now!
Job Title: Production Associates
Pay Rate: $16.50 - $17.50/hr.
Schedules Available:
- Sunday- Wednesday 4: 00 AM | 12: 00 PM |8: 00 PM
- Thursday- Saturday 4: 00 AM | 12: 00 PM | 8: 00 PM
Benefits: Medical, Dental, AD&D, PSL
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION :
The Compounder will be primarily responsible for the safe and timely production of all compounded product assigned to them while maintaining product quality, production efficiency and cost standards, to assure that our customers are getting a product that meets all of the specifications and quality standards that have been developed for the product and that we are following all of the procedural guidelines set by the company or its customers, under the direction of the Production Supervisor.
PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS
Responsible for compounding batches to meet production needs in mixing tanks following batch instructions.
Responsible for following all Standard Operating Procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices applicable to the department.
Responsible for the overall housekeeping in the compounding area and keeping process equipment clean, sanitized and organized.
Responsible for the accurate completion of all batch records and the collection of all retains from compounded products.
Responsible for embracing a team environment where cooperation and communication between other team members is vital in order to meet the goals of the Compounding Department.
Review their own Job Description on a weekly basis to make sure that they are meeting the responsibilities of their job.
Miscellaneous job related duties as assigned.
DIMENSIONS, TASKS AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reviews Batch Sheets assigned to them, has material pulled for Batch Sheets, and reviews that sufficient quantities are available to complete the work order 4 to 24 hours before the Work Order is due to go on line.
Check the weights of chemicals and perfumes that have been prepared to go into the batches to insure that the proper amounts of the correct chemicals have been used and that the processing guidelines have been followed. Initial all batch sheets in the appropriate areas.
Assist the Production Supervisor in insuring that we maintain safe inventories of all raw materials, finished compounded products and perfumes.
Operate process equipment such as kettle, pumps, large-scale mixing equipment, in compliance with prescribed operating procedures.
Load and unload raw materials and finished products into and out of process equipment.
Blend chemicals in a precise manner to create product following Batch procedures.
Pre-weighing raw materials with lab and drum scales.
Understand all safety, quality and operational procedures, tools, equipment, electronic/computer systems used in compounding and container filling.
Understand all procedures used to verify and record information during compounding and container filling.
Locate compounded product in the Inventory System.
Cut tops off of empty barrels when ready to discard.
Sanitizes utensils, tools, pumps, hoses, mixers, kettles, measuring containers, tanks, holding containers and other pertinent equipment before use.
Cleans utensils, tools, pumps, hoses, mixers, kettles, tanks, and holding containers immediately after use. Must utilize available time in the cooking process of the batch to clean up as you go.
Turn in all work orders and necessary batch logs in a timely manner.
Wear personal protective equipment when required.
Reports all accidents in the compounding department and any unsafe conditions to the Production Supervisor.
Performs other duties as assigned.
MEETING PARTICIPATION
Weekly Compounding Department Meeting
Any others as requested.
AUTHORITY
This position reports to the Compounding Supervisor and is a support position with direct authority to stop production if it is found that Quality Standards or Operating Procedures are not being followed.
The position closely collaborates with Manufacturing, Material Handling, Production Planning and the Lab.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
This position is not a managerial role and does not have any supervisory responsibilities.
CLASSIFICATION
This is a full-time non-exempt role. .
EDUCATION
High School diploma
Or Equivalent Experience
Forklift certification a plus.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Experience working in a GMP environment preferred
Excellent written and verbal communication
Strong problem solving abilities
3+ years experience in the manufacturing industry preferred
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
Organized and detail-oriented, with a strong drive to succeed.
Good human relations and oral/written communication skills
Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
Demonstrated ability to learn, follow and help refine procedures with minimal oversight
Strong analytical / problem solving skills
Function as part of a multi-discipline project team
Self-starter with willingness to expand expertise and skill base
Ability to handle multiple projects concurrently
Ability to investigate and analyze information and to draw conclusions.
PC Computer skills including Word, Excel and in-house programs.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to create reports.
Ability to make evaluative judgments.
Knowledge of quality control practices.
Must have basic mechanical abilities.
SPECIAL DEMANDS
Physical stamina to withstand eight or more hours on feet. Kneeling, crouching, climbing and working at heights.
This position requires the ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
Working Conditions - Exposure to hazards of an industrial environment including noise, dust wet wash down areas, hazardous materials, machinery and lift equipment.
#IND-L
Full Steam Staffing will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Full Steam Staffing is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing s Fair Chance Act webpage.
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