Gummy Lead
About The Position
Somafina is a growing co-manufacturer of vitamins and supplements in Utah, and business is thriving as we attract larger, more established customers. It's a fast-paced environment with real momentum — which means real opportunities for growth. If you're ready to take on more and grow with us, we'd love to have you on the team. The Gummy Lead is responsible for overseeing daily gummy production operations, ensuring product quality, consistency, safety, and efficiency. This role leads and trains the gummy production team, coordinates workflow, and ensures all processes comply with company standards, food safety regulations, and production schedules.
Requirements
- Strong knowledge of gummy manufacturing processes (batching, cooking, depositing, curing/drying, coating).
- Ability to read and follow formulations, batch records, and SOPs.
- Understanding of GMPs, food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards.
- Experience with production equipment setup, operation, and basic troubleshooting.
- Quality control awareness (texture, weight, appearance, consistency).
- Accurate ingredient weighing and documentation.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.
- Effective communication and team leadership skills.
- Adaptability and flexibility with changing production needs.
- English proficiency required.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in food manufacturing, confectionery, or gummy production preferred.
- Leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Leads and supervises the gummy production team during assigned shifts.
- Ensures all gummy production processes follow SOPs, safety guidelines, and quality standards.
- Maintains a functional understanding of each production area and role, sufficient to provide training and coverage wherever and whenever needed.
- Monitors batching, cooking, depositing, drying, sanding/coating, and packaging processes.
- Verifies accurate measurements, formulations, and ingredient usage.
- Conducts quality checks to ensure gummies meet texture, flavor, and appearance standards.
- Troubleshoots production issues and escalates concerns as needed.
- Maintains a clean, organized, and food-safe production area.
- Completes production logs, batch records, and shift reports accurately.
- Trains new team members and provides ongoing coaching.
- Coordinates with QA, Maintenance, and management teams.
- Ensures equipment is properly set up, operated, and cleaned.
- Enforces GMP, food safety, and workplace safety standards at all times.
- Other duties as assigned based on the needs of the business.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
