Zoetis Spain SL
Formulation Specialist (3rd Shift)
Zoetis Spain SL, Kalamazoo, Michigan, United States, 49006
Role Description**Formulation Specialist** Zoetis, the global leader in animal health, is looking for an engaged and driven individual to join our formulation team.
Zoetis has been leading animal health since its inception in 2012 and we pride ourselves on providing all manner of quality solutions for our customer’s animal health needs.
The Formulation Specialist performs the assembly, preparation, and cleaning of manufacturing equipment and conducts manufacturing processes for animal health products in the formulation area. This is a position that requires high attention to detail, awareness of the sensitivities of working in a manufacturing environment, an engaged work ethic as part of a high-performance team and communicating in a manner that is conducive to effective working relationships. This position requires use of Microsoft applications and good organizational skills in order to maintain an orderly work environment. All activities are conducted within a safety-minded culture that strives for continuous improvement.
All work is performed in strict compliance with manufacturing standards and regulatory requirements in a lean manufacturing environment.
This includes adhering to proper documentation practices and following instructions provided in standard operating procedures and batch records. **Responsibilities:** ·
Ensure all tasks are performed in accordance with applicable batch records, standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety guidelines, as well as applicable regulatory standards, such as current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) ·
Ability to work with hazardous materials in a controlled manner by following proper gowning procedures, all SOPs, and safety guidelines ·
Maintain complete and accurate documentation of all tasks completed **Required skills, education, and experience:** ·
High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
·
Basic math, English communication skills, legible penmanship, and reading comprehension ·
Ability to follow detailed instructions ·
Basic use of Microsoft applications and general computer skills ·
Mechanical reasoning and troubleshooting skills ·
Strong mechanical skills along with experience in the use of various hand tools **Preferred candidate qualifications:** ·
Knowledge of cGMP’s and production practices ·
Experience in a Lean Production and/or manufacturing environment
·
Reliable transportation and good attendance/time management skills ·
Experience in Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement work environment; 5S, visual schedule, PDCA, M1, etc. ·
Ability to train on area SOP’s/OJT’s- equipment, process, paperwork ·
Experience in working with Tech Writer, creating and maintaining training documentation **Physical and Time requirements:** ·
Manual dexterity and ability to keep up with pace of production standards At , our purpose is to nurture the world and humankind by advancing care for animals. As a Fortune 500 company and the world leader in animal health, we discover, develop, manufacture and commercialize vaccines, medicines, diagnostics and other technologies for companion animals and livestock. We know our people drive our success. Our award-winning culture, built around our Core Beliefs, focuses on our colleagues’ careers, connection and support. We offer competitive healthcare and retirement savings benefits, along with an array of benefits, policies and programs to support employee well-being in every sense, from health and financial wellness to family and lifestyle resources. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Zoetis has been leading animal health since its inception in 2012 and we pride ourselves on providing all manner of quality solutions for our customer’s animal health needs.
The Formulation Specialist performs the assembly, preparation, and cleaning of manufacturing equipment and conducts manufacturing processes for animal health products in the formulation area. This is a position that requires high attention to detail, awareness of the sensitivities of working in a manufacturing environment, an engaged work ethic as part of a high-performance team and communicating in a manner that is conducive to effective working relationships. This position requires use of Microsoft applications and good organizational skills in order to maintain an orderly work environment. All activities are conducted within a safety-minded culture that strives for continuous improvement.
All work is performed in strict compliance with manufacturing standards and regulatory requirements in a lean manufacturing environment.
This includes adhering to proper documentation practices and following instructions provided in standard operating procedures and batch records. **Responsibilities:** ·
Ensure all tasks are performed in accordance with applicable batch records, standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety guidelines, as well as applicable regulatory standards, such as current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) ·
Ability to work with hazardous materials in a controlled manner by following proper gowning procedures, all SOPs, and safety guidelines ·
Maintain complete and accurate documentation of all tasks completed **Required skills, education, and experience:** ·
High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
·
Basic math, English communication skills, legible penmanship, and reading comprehension ·
Ability to follow detailed instructions ·
Basic use of Microsoft applications and general computer skills ·
Mechanical reasoning and troubleshooting skills ·
Strong mechanical skills along with experience in the use of various hand tools **Preferred candidate qualifications:** ·
Knowledge of cGMP’s and production practices ·
Experience in a Lean Production and/or manufacturing environment
·
Reliable transportation and good attendance/time management skills ·
Experience in Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement work environment; 5S, visual schedule, PDCA, M1, etc. ·
Ability to train on area SOP’s/OJT’s- equipment, process, paperwork ·
Experience in working with Tech Writer, creating and maintaining training documentation **Physical and Time requirements:** ·
Manual dexterity and ability to keep up with pace of production standards At , our purpose is to nurture the world and humankind by advancing care for animals. As a Fortune 500 company and the world leader in animal health, we discover, develop, manufacture and commercialize vaccines, medicines, diagnostics and other technologies for companion animals and livestock. We know our people drive our success. Our award-winning culture, built around our Core Beliefs, focuses on our colleagues’ careers, connection and support. We offer competitive healthcare and retirement savings benefits, along with an array of benefits, policies and programs to support employee well-being in every sense, from health and financial wellness to family and lifestyle resources. #J-18808-Ljbffr