Under the global organization of Air Liquide, and as a division of our parent company, Seppic SA, Polykon Manufacturing prides itself on producing high-quality healthcare & cosmetic ingredients that our customers around the world can rely on.  Polykon is a new facility in Richmond, VA, opened in early 2020. The facility includes four chemical manufacturing units and four filling lines with all support services required. We are a GMP facility regulated by ISO 9001:2015 & EFfCI.

Polykon Manufacturing is currently seeking well qualified candidates for Shift Operators / Chemical Technicians. These employees will work in a team environment and execute manufacturing procedures and work instructions to produce cosmetic ingredients according to the manufacturing schedule. Attention and adherence to safety and quality standards are requirements of this position, as this person will be in (indirect) contact with process chemicals and final product.

Primary responsibilities are as follows:

• Execute instructions on batch records as written

• Complete documentation according to Good Documentation Practices (GDP)

• Operate manufacturing equipment according to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

• Execute equipment cleaning according to approved cleaning procedures

• Take in-process samples from manufacturing equipment and performs analysis

• Understand manufacturing processes and equipment operation

• Monitor equipment performance during batch processing

• Report deviations (non-conformance) to management

• Report near-miss incidents or accidents in a timely manner

• Perform housekeeping and inform maintenance of equipment concerns

• Recommends improvements to manufacturing methods

• May participate in root cause investigations and participate in 5S studies

COMPETENCY / SKILLS

• Basic understanding of chemical manufacturing processes

• Good understanding of industrial safety practices

• Good understanding of basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)

• Understanding of Good Documentation and Manufacturing Practices

• Good ability to read and understand company procedures (SOP’s)

• Ability to read and understand technical drawings, use computers and company software

• Good communication skills

• Ability to drive forklift

• Self starter and motivated to complete work in a safe manner with high quality level

EDUCATION & COMPETENCIES

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Technical school diploma or equivalent (preferred)

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:  12 hour shift

Supplemental Pay:  Bonus pay

COVID-19 considerations:

During the pandemic our organization is committed to the safety of our employees and their families. Safety precautions are mandatory and on-going updates are continuous.