Lead Compounder - 3rd Shift

About us:    Kdc/one is currently hiring at our Groveport, Ohio location. As part of the kdc/one network, we are the leading best-in-class producer of beauty and personal care products! Our Groveport location is accessible with an easy commute located on RT. 33/Hamilton Rd.     We offer excellent opportunities with competitive wages from entry level, semi and skilled trade positions. We have opportunities for advancement at all of our sites and are excited to have you join the kdc/one Team!    General Information:     The Lead Compounder performs and leads all functions within the Compounding Department related to the manufacturing of bulk products in accordance with applicable standard operating procedures (SOP) and work instructions (WI).  In addition, this position supports the Compounding Supervisor and Compounding Manager with completing required tasks.   What are we looking for?    High school diploma or GED equivalent with proficiency in math and reading comprehension. Minimum of five years compounding experience in chemical processing/manufacturing environment required. Compounding/processing, pre-weigh or sanitization experience preferred. SAP experience strongly preferred. Previous leadership experience strongly preferred. Ability to promote and participate in a team-oriented and collaborative environment. Ability to adapt to rotating assignments with a positive attitude and results. Strong problem solving, analytical methods and technical skills. Good understanding of FDA Good Manufacturing Practices Regulations (GMP’s) and OSHA safety requirements. Self-starter with strong work ethic and positive attitude. Strong communication (both written and oral), interpersonal, team building and organizational skills. Must be able to understand and complete procedure documents in accordance with SOPs and WIs. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and manage time efficiently and effectively. Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office) Ability to use measuring and testing devices.   Benefits Include:  Competitive Wages/Salary  Health/Vision/Dental/401k/bonus potential!  10 Paid Holidays  Paid Vacation Days  Immediate openings    This position is responsible for:   Performs, leads, and assigns the activities of compounding department to ensure performance expectations and production schedules are met timely and with the highest level of quality.  Reviews, identifies and resolves errors/discrepancies within SAP and the Manufacturing Instruction Packets. Identifies and recommends new equipment and/or methods to improve productivity and capacity. Communicates performance expectations to department employees and delivers feedback as required. Collaborates with other departments to improve operations and participates in special projects as requested. Conducts investigation on batching issues, incidents and deviations to assure that root causes are identified and appropriate corrective action actions are taken and/or implemented. Performs all work in a manner that is consistent with the company’s quality system and FDA good manufacturing practices, includes maintaining a clean and orderly area at all times. Follows, promotes and enforces KDC’s safety and environmental policies, practices and procedures.  Assists the safety department and safety committee with investigations and corrective actions related to safety hazards and/or incidents. Verifies all compounding employees have received necessary training and are following all applicable SOP’s, Work Instructions, and cGMPs procedures. Performs other duties as assigned.