Batch Maker IIBatch Maker II is responsible for leading a team of compounders and overseeing compounding daily activities. Batch Maker II will ensure company policy is followed and that quality and production goals are met. Batch Maker II will communicate with management and the compounding team.Qualification RequirementsHigh School Diploma or equivalentAssociate degree in Manufacturing Technology, Industrial Technology, Engineering Technology, Chemistry, or related field preferredStrong organizational and communication skills3-5 years of experience in cosmetics, personal care, pharmaceutical, food, or chemical batch manufacturing preferredExperience compounding liquid, cream, lotion, gel, or emulsion products preferredExperience working in a cGMP-regulated manufacturing environmentExperience using industrial mixing, pumping, heating, and transfer equipmentKnowledge of FDA rules and regulations is a pluscGMP and ISO experience is preferredAbility to lift up to 50 poundsStrong team building skillsProficient in basic math and computer skillsAbility to thrive in a fast paced, high stress manufacturing environmentBasic knowledge of industrial fork trucks is a plusMinimum Qualifications (Must have/non-negotiable)High School Diploma or equivalent is requiredBasic understanding of cGMP is requiredAbility to read and interpret batch records and all company documentsProficient in basic math and computer skillsHas experience leading a small group of team membersKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesProficient in basic computer skills and understanding of spreadsheetsProficient in addition, subtraction, and percentilesTechnical Competencies Serves as the technical leader for the Compounding department during assigned shift and provides direction to Batch Maker I employeesIdentifies opportunities to improve safety, quality, efficiency, equipment reliability, and batch consistencyAbility to read, interpret, and execute Master Manufacturing Instruction (MMIs) and Batch Production Records (BPRs)Experience operating mixing vessels, heated kettles, emulsifiers, pumps, transfer systems, and associated production equipmentWorking knowledge of cGMP, GDP, ALCOA+, and ISO 22716 principlesAbility to recognize abnormal batch conditions and initiate appropriate escalationUnderstanding of cleaning and sanitation requirements for cosmetic manufacturing equipmentAbility to troubleshoot common processing issues such a viscosity, pH, temperature, mixing, and transfer problemsSupervisory ResponsibilitiesProvides day-to-day work direction, training, coaching, and technical guidance to approximately three to five Batch Maker I employees.
Personnel actions such as hiring, discipline, performance evaluations, and scheduling remain the responsibility of the Compounding Supervisor.Essential FunctionsResponsible to coach and mentor team membersEnsures all company policy, safety, quality, and production procedure are adhered toProcesses daily batch recordsPerforms batching when requiredLeads execution of daily batch manufacturing activities in accordance with the production scheduleReviews batch documentation before compounding beginsVerifies raw materials, equipment readiness, and line clearanceCoordinates Batch Maker I assignments to maximize efficiencyPerforms complex batch manufacturing requiring advanced technical knowledgeMonitors batch parameters including temperature and mixing timeTroubleshoots processing issues and escalates when necessaryAssists with batch investigations, deviations, and corrective actionsEnsures all documentation is complete, accurate, and compliant with cGMP requirementsTrains and mentors Batch Maker I employees in safe and compliant manufacturing practicesCoordinates with Quality, Warehouse, Maintenance, and Production to ensure efficient batch executionAll other duties as directed by managementPhysical DemandsAbility to lift up to 50 poundsSitting/Standing for long periods of timeWork EnvironmentClimate controlled environment but could be exposed to weather conditions if needed