Manufacturing Operator

GFR Pharma is a privately held manufacturer of natural health products. As a proud Canadian company located in Coquitlam B.C., we are committed to manufacturing high-quality products for our customers.

With the continued growth of our business, we are seeking to hire a **Manufacturing Operator”** to join our Production team on the morning shift.

**Main Responsibilities** will include (but not limited to):

- Understand, and adhere to company SOPs, GMPs and Safety policies and procedures.
- General duties involving physical handling of product, materials and supplies.
- Set up the clean equipment for a run based on work order instructions for capsule/tablet size.
- Ensure that entries are logged accurately and legibly in a timely fashion.
- Check that the powder matches the job work order, arrange a second check to be done and initialed before starting.
- Report any problems, discrepancies or deviations to the lead hand or supervisor regarding equipment, product or product identification at the start of, or during a production run. This could be a change in color or texture of powder being run.
- Complete pre-flight test on machine.
- Advise the lead hand or supervisor if weight/hardness specifications cannot be met, for help trouble shooting set up issues, before starting run.
- Follow all instructions on work orders. Confirm that all set up capsule/tablet weights, and tablet hardness and disintegration tests are done and checked by QC before running.
- Monitor machine during run and recover from machine errors and upsets.
- Perform quality checks, addressing any weight/hardness variations or any defects that fall outside of the AQL.
- Place all capsules in the appropriate containers, and label containers clearly with the weights and identification labels.
- Clean the room, equipment, and logs room and equipment usage and cleaning.
- Complete work order paperwork.
- Other duties as assigned.

**The position requires the individual to**:

- Demonstrate excellent attention to detail.
- Work efficiently within timelines and deadlines.
- Adapt in a changing environment.
- Co-operate with co-workers and demonstrate a positive attitude.
- Able to lift, up to 50 lbs. and stand for long periods of time.
- Able to work within a powder environment (PPE provided).
- Fluent in English, verbal and written.
- Experience working in a manufacturing environment considered an asset.

**Shifts available**:

- Shift: 6:00am to 2:15pm Monday to Friday.

**Rate**: $19.00 per hour

**What it’s in it for you**:

- Competitive wages
- Paid benefits
- Central location
- Free parking
- Employee discounts
- Social events
- PPE provided
- Respectful, safe, and supportive work environment

If you are interested in joining our team, please submit your resume. Only individuals to be interviewed will be contacted.

**Thank you for your interest in GFR Pharma Ltd**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $19.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Coquitlam, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- A respirator mask is sometimes required to be worn for this role (must be clean-shaven). Do you have any concerns with wearing a respirator mask?
- This positions requires the ability to be able to lift up to 50lbs. Do you have any concerns with lifting up to 50lbs?

Work Location: In person