Gummies Utility Operator

Pharmavite

  • Opelika, AL
  • $36,000-58,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 8 hours ago
HELP US BRING THE GIFT OF HEALTH TO LIFE.Working at Pharmavite is an experience like no other. With a focus on complete nutrition for all, each endeavor is urgent and every day counts. You'll have the opportunity to work on the #1 selling national vitamin and supplement brand, Nature Made, as well as an exciting portfolio of other products that are shaping the future of the healthy living industry. Consumer-driven innovation, high quality products and a promising portfolio, all driven by a team with a shared sense of purpose -- that's Pharmavite. Join us to bring the gift of health to life.This role is not available for sponsorship, including I-983 participation.Position Description:
Responsible for operating/troubleshooting a high speed automatic filling system on a gummy production line that includes a 16 head scale system integrated with a rotary bottle filler. Ensure that the product meets quality and safety guidelines. Makes necessary adjustments to ensure efficiency/quality. Monitors and maintains the filler station, scale control, line conveyors, and ensures the efficient flow of the production process.Responsibilities:
  • Operates equipment control panel/touch screen (Allen Bradley PLC) system to ensure efficient equipment operation, makes real time corrections to process as required.
  • Possess knowledge of the sanitation and safety requirements for food processing, handling, and storage in manufacturing of Gummy products.
  • Performs in-process scale checks to ensure that predetermined fill weight is accurately transferred. Performs critical control checks throughout the operation of the filling system. Communicates production and quality issues to supervisor.
  • Performs changeovers from one product or batch to another; disassembles equipment and cleans according to procedures; reassembles and makes ready for next batch; works with tooling/set-ups as needed.
  • Performs basic troubleshooting of scale and filler system. Set-up machine for different bottle run based on size and count.
  • Performs all required tasks such as picking, issuing charging yielding in JDE and RF SMART.
  • Performs all duties in compliance with cGMP’s, SOP’s and safety procedures.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:Education:A High School diploma or GED is requiredCertification:None.Experience:Working knowledge of filler system manufacturing process. A minimum of one year experience in related jobs (e.g., gummy, candy or confectionary manufacturing) is preferred.Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:Requires:
  • Basic mechanical ability to use hand tools, take apart and reassemble equipment.
  • Proficient English ability; fluent speaking, reading and writing skills to effectively communicate with staff and supervisors, able to read, understand and teach operating procedures and manufacturing instructions, and complete production and cleaning logs.
  • Basic knowledge of the J D Edwards Enterprise One system in order to assist in the financial close out of work orders.
  • Utilizes calculator and hand-held computer to perform routine mathematical calculations and maintain various production and cleaning logs and proper record keeping.
  • Knowledge of cGMP’s, basic safety practices in an industrial environment, and familiarity with production goals and setting performance objectives.
Physical Requirements:Intermittently lifts and/or moves loads of up to 50 lbs with the use of pallet jacks and or other mechanical aids. Pulls/pushes boxes of product on/off line and/or pallets. Stands/walks for full work shift. Manual dexterity to manipulate filling and labeling equipment controls, small production containers on a production line, and hand tools to assemble/disassemble parts of equipment. Required to walk up and down stairs and use ladders.Environment:Constant exposure to noise levels loud enough to require employees to wear hearing protection. Warm temperature levels, fumes, vibration, dust, etc., sufficient to cause minor discomfort. Employee must wear protective eye wear, hair net, uniforms, safety shoes and gloves when handling the product.Safety:The incumbent must be able to perform this job safely in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices without endangering the health or safety of self or others.Supervisory Responsibility:None.OUR OFFERHere, career paths aren't predefined, and bureaucratic limitations don't exist -- you have the opportunity to grow, learn from industry pioneers, and develop the way you want to. Pharmavite is investing more in the development of our team -- to help us deliver on our purpose and help you achieve your career aspirations. Our environment is geared to fuel curiosity, encourage experimentation, and generate learning as this is the way we develop ourselves and our organization.Pharmavite is committed to meeting the needs of our employees and their families with a Total Rewards package that's as comprehensive as the vitamins and supplements we deliver to consumers. With competitive compensation programs and standout benefits, we provide employees with optimal health and well-being -- as well as peace of mind. These rewards -- plus our new recognition program -- ensure employees feel supported both at work and home.The salary range for this position is $36,000.00 - $58,000.00.Actual compensation will take into account a wide range of factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to geographic location, education, experience, qualifications, and job-related skills. It is not typical for an individual to be hired above the midpoint of the range for their role, and compensation decisions depend on the facts and circumstances of each case. This information is provided to applicants in accordance with state and local laws.Base pay is only one component of our total rewards offerings, and we will take the full offering into consideration when presenting an offer of employment. Our total rewards package for this position may also include an annual performance bonus, Medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401K match, and other wellness benefits.Pharmavite provides compensation for all overtime hours worked by non-exempt (hourly) employees in accordance with state and federal law. The need to work overtime hours will be determined by management, based on customer and business necessity to meet the needs of our business, Pharmavite may require employees to work overtime.Voluntary overtime requested by non-exempt employees must be approved in advance by the employee’s supervisor.Visit Pharmavite.com/careers to learn more about our mission and discover an opportunity that's right for you. Health and wellness begins with us.Pharmavite is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit employment discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, national origin, and any other basis protected by state and federal law. Pharmavite recruits, hires, employs, trains, promotes, and compensates individuals solely based on job-related qualifications and abilities.Pharmavite also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief, in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about an accommodation to complete the application process, please email .DisclaimerThe above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications of employees assigned to this job.CALIFORNIA FAIR CHANCE ACT:Qualified Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.JOB ALERT FRAUD:We have become aware of scams from individuals, organizations, and internet sites claiming to represent Pharmavite in recruitment activities in return for disclosing financial information.Our hiring process does not include text-based conversations or interviews and never requires payment or fees from job applicants. All of our career opportunities are regularly published and updated on Pharmavite.com’s Careers section.If you have already provided your personal information, please report it to your local authorities. Any fraudulent activity should be reported to: .#WIM

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