Blender Technician

BLENDER TECHNICIAN Paragon Laboratories is a leading contract manufacturer of dietary supplements in tablet, capsule and powder forms. Our benefit plan includes Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, along with a Matching 401(k) Plan; paid time off which includes Vacation, Holiday, Sick, and more. For more than 50 years, Paragon’s top-notch formulators and manufacturing personnel have been improving lives by delivering quality nutritional supplements. We are located in Torrance, California, are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and seek a Blender Technician for immediate hire.Job Type: Full-time.Work Schedule: 6:30 pm - 2:30 pmPay: $18.00 per hour.ResponsibilitiesAble to set up and operate the blending equipment. Checking the grounded material for proper flow and particle size. Blends grounded materials according to batch record instructions, discharging granulation from blenders into proper storage containers. Labels containers of blended granulation for proper identification. Weighs each container, records weights on both the labels and batch record. Make appropriate entries onto batch records, labels, and logbooks, ensuring accuracy and completeness.Check and verify for expiration dates, raw materials, color and texture are acceptable. Maintains an orderly work area, clean room(s) and equipment as outlined in the Standard Operating Procedures. Maintain the blending room and machine cleanliness while processing a product within specified guidelines.Report to Lead/Supervisor for any discrepancy.Follows Good Manufacturing Practices, Standard Operating Procedures, and Safety Practices at all times.Performs other duties as assigned by the Lead, Supervisor, and/or Manager.QualificationsHigh school diploma or GED. 0-2 years of production work experience.Follows written batch record instructions.An understanding of basic mechanics.Ability to use calculator to add, multiply, subtract and divide decimals and basic units of measure.Must possess general knowledge of safe practices in the use of tools and equipment.Basic math, reading, writing skills needed.Physical RequirementsRequires sitting, standing, walking­­; lifting, no more than 50 pounds; slight bending and maneuvering.Are you a match with our Core Values of taking Pride in Your Work, Do the Right Thing, and being an Enthusiastic Team Player with a Hunger and Humility to Learn? If this is the environment you are seeking to work in, we are looking forward to receiving your resume.Application ProcessTo Apply: Please upload your resume to hr@paragonlabsusa.com, include the job title in the subject line.EOE