Production Machine Operator - Wixom, MI

at  Rockwell Medical Inc

Rockwell Medical, Inc. (Nasdaq: RMTI) is a commercial healthcare company focused on providing life-sustaining products for patients suffering from blood disorders and diseases associated with the kidney. Rockwell is an innovative leader in producing and delivering a portfolio of hemodialysis products, including concentrates (solutions and powders) and related ancillaries, to dialysis providers in the United States and internationally. Rockwell is the second largest supplier of acid and bicarbonate concentrates for dialysis patients in the United States. The Company is dedicated to providing the hemodialysis community with the highest quality products supported by the most reliable delivery service in the industry.

JOB SUMMARY:

Under direction of company supervision, worker will manufacture medical products in a timely manner with a high regard for safety and quality, while following GMP guidelines.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Possess High School Diploma or GED
• Possess basic reading and math skills
• Willing to work shifts, including weekends/overtime as required
• Ability to follow written instructions with attention to detail
• Ability to repeatedly lift 50lb
• Ability to quickly move hands in order to manipulate or assemble product
• Ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist or reach with body or arms and legs
• Must be able to pass background/drug check

EXPECTATIONS/OTHER SKILLS FOR THIS POSITION:

• Good work history, positive attitude, good attendance record and proven work ethic
• Safe and efficient machine operation
• Strictly comply with Standard Operating Procedures and GMP practices and guidelines
• Communicate with shift supervisor and other employees about potential problems or process improvements
• Work well in a team environment, coach/motivate other employees
• Commitment to continuous improvement
• Support company culture of quality, accountability, efficiency and teamwork

BONUS SKILLS

• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of FDA regulations for medical device/pharma
• College coursework

• Setting up, loading, operating and maintaining machinery, optimizing the machine capability.
• Cleaning equipment and work areas
• Weighing material
• Material transport
• Recording of information
• In process inspection
• Counting, boxing, packaging, palletizing, labeling, sorting products