Manufacturing Specialist

Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Manufacturing Specialist performs functions related to document issuance, document review, inventory management, data entry and data collection. The Manufacturing Specialist will work closely with shift Supervisor and Coordinator/Production Planning to ensure all required documentation is readily available, may be asked to maintain training requirements and provide reports when necessary.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Orders/obtains documents required to produce all Grifols Manufactured products.                       
• Reconciles bill of material (BOM) for each lot processed through manufacturing                        
• Orders required commodities for production runs based on production schedule.                         
• Performs physical inventory with the accounting department as required.                            
• Performs tasks related to document issuance (Runbooks) and SAP inventory controls.                 
• Maintains, issues and reviews logbooks                                                
• Transfers completed production documents to Quality for review/archive.                                  
• Reviews documentation and enters production data into Bioman or WIPs.                                  
• Coordinates/performs cycle counts to ensure accurate inventories                                               
• Coordinates product transfer and completes required transactions in MFG/PRO/Or other software
• May be asked to assist with oversight of training qualifications within manufacturing (i.e. Filling, Packaging, Purification, etc..).                                                       
• Maintain departmental in-process spreadsheets for management review as required.                    
• May be asked to assist on the production line as needed at a Tech II level or above.                                                         

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/SKILLS & EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High school diploma or GED plus at least 1 year of experience in a regulated environment (i.e. FDS, USDA, NRC)
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office programs such as Word, PowerPoint and Excel, mechanical aptitude, detail oriented, ability to work in a team environment and exercise good judgement while working independently.                                                                                     
• May be required to be Certified to operate manufacturing equipment. In addition, must maintain all training requirements for a Tech II level is preferred.                                                     

Occupational Demands: Work is performed in a manufacturing environment or warehouse with rotating shifts. Exposure to biological fluids with potential exposure to infectious organisms.  Exposure to chemicals, electrical manufacturing equipment, hand tools and moving machinery.  Operates forklifts, tractors and power equipment. Exposure to high levels of noise and to dust/gas/fumes/steam.  Exposure to extreme cold below 32* and on occasion, exposure to extreme heat above 100*.  Exposure to vibration or oscillating movements of the extremities or the whole body.  Occasional entry into confined spaces, requiring kneeling, crawling, climbing and squatting.  Works at heights on scaffolding and/or on ladders.  Walks on uneven ground. Personal protective equipment required such as; protective eyewear, chemical suits, safety shoes and/or rubber footwear, gloves, hearing protection and a respirator. Heavy lifting and carrying of 45lbs. for up to 6-8 hours per day, with a maximum lift of 75lbs. Work is performed standing, walking, bending and twisting waist for 4-6 hours per day. Frequent foot movements. Occasionally reaches above and below shoulder height. Occasionally bends and twists neck.  Frequent hand movements with simple grasping of one hand with the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.  Ability to make precise coordinated movements, of the fingers to grasp and manipulate objects. Hearing acuity essential.  Color perception/discrimination, depth perception and far vision correctable in one eye to 20/30 and to 20/100 in the other eye. Able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand; with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken and written words and sentences.  Performs a wide range of complex tasks. Adheres to a work schedule to meet production standards.

The estimated pay scale for the Manufacturing Specialist role based in Los Angeles, City of Industry CA, is $26.05 to 26.50 per hour. Additionally, the position is eligible to participate in up to 5% of the company bonus pool. We offer a wide variety of benefits including, but not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, up to 5% 401(K) match and tuition reimbursement. Final compensation packages will ultimately depend on education, experience, skillset, knowledge, where the role is performed, internal equity and market data. We are committed to offering our employees opportunities for professional growth and career progression. Grifols is a global healthcare organization with employees in 30 countries focused on patient health and providing impactful results. Since our humble beginnings in 1909, Grifols has been a family company that prides itself on its family-like culture. Our company has more than tripled over the last 10 years, and you can grow with us!

*This job description is accurate at the date of publication.  It is intended to provide information essential to understanding the scope and general nature of the work performed by job holders within this position. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.  Other duties may be assigned and qualifications required may change over time.

Third Party Agency and Recruiter Notice:

Agencies that present a candidate to Grifols must have an active, nonexpired, Grifols Agency Master Services Agreement with the Grifols Talent Acquisition Department. Additionally, agencies may only submit candidates to positions that they have been engaged to work on by a Grifols Recruiter. All resumes must be sent to a Grifols Recruiter under these terms or they will be considered a Grifols candidate.

Grifols provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.  We will consider for employment all qualified applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable laws, including but not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

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Location: NORTH AMERICA : USA : CA-City of Industry:USCOI - City of Industry, CA

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