Sunstar Americas, Inc. is a global leader in the oral care industry and the manufacturer and distributor of GUM oral care products and solutions. We serve dental professionals and consumers in 80 countries worldwide and are driven by a mission: to enhance the health and well-being of people everywhere through high-quality, innovative oral care products and solutions.

The Production Worker II, dept. 61, 2nd shift will be responsible to follow work order, work instructions/SOPs, perform duties to operate manufacturing machinery, inspect, package final product, and perform backup Lead Operator duties while adhering to Good Manufacturing/Documentation Practices standards.

In this position you will use your experience to:

• Responsible for observing the operation of up to Two (2) BFU (Brush Feeding Unit) cells: ensuring that all the BFU’s within 2-component IDB cells are continuously running.
• Monitor and respond to BFU alarms on all cells.
• Ability to read, understand and navigate through the HMI (Human Interface) panel in order to reset “common” faults and restart the system.
• Ensure cap hopper & BFU brush hopper stay sufficiently loaded.
• Monitor the cell process flow and communicate any operational anomalies to process technicians & mechanics.
• Perform Two-hour WIP (work in process) inspection as outlined in the SOP and meet the AQL (Acceptable Quality Levels).
• Move completed boxes or totes to skid.
• Computer proficiency to include utilizing PRMS system to prepare and complete production reports.
• Follow safety rules and keep work area in a clean and orderly condition.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Education

• Minimum of High School Diploma (or GED equivalent)

Knowledge/Experience

• Prior manufacturing experience preferred

Skills

• Must be able to speak, read and write in English
• Good communication skills and detail oriented
• Mechanical Aptitude

Abilities

• Ability to read and follow SOP’s (Standard Operating Procedures)

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions/direction
• Inclusiveness/Teamwork: respects ideas and contributions of everyone
• Quality & Continuous Improvement: strives for efficient, high-quality performance in themselves and the department

Benefits:

• Comprehensive insurance coverage that includes Medical, Vision, Life and disability insurance plans along with enhanced Dental benefits.
• Company Paid Life & AD&D and Optional Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Pet, Legal and Identity Theft Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness program including an onsite fitness center.
• 401K retirement plan with 5% employer match (Pretax and Roth options)
• 401k profit sharing contribution based on company performance
• Paid holidays and generous paid time off.
• Competitive annual bonus and sales incentive programs

Employee Perks:

• On-site café featuring daily specials with dinner-to-go options.
• Miles of beautifully maintained walking trails.
• Numerous employee appreciation events throughout the year.
• Professional development and training classes
• Employee discounts on oral care products

Experience

• Prior manufacturing experience

Education

• GED or better

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)