Gummy Vitamin Manufacturing Operator

Pharmavite • New Albany, OH

9d • $37,000 - $60,000

About The Position

The Gummy Vitamin Manufacturing Operator safely, efficiently, and compliantly performs manufacturing activities in a gummy vitamin production environment. The role supports raw material weighing, batching, gummy depositing, product inspection, bulk handling, yield reconciliation, and production documentation. Operators maintain product quality, follow GMP requirements, and contribute to safe, reliable operations. This hourly position calls for attention to detail, ownership, teamwork, and a commitment to quality and safety.

The position works in manufacturing, warehouse, or production environments. Duties include frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, climbing, and repetitive motion throughout the shift. Employees may operate machinery or powered equipment, wear PPE, and work around varying temperatures, noise levels, moving equipment, or manufacturing materials. Lifting or moving materials weighing up to 25–50 pounds may be required. Overtime, shift work, weekends, or extended schedules may be required based on business needs.

The role is not available with any form of immigration sponsorship or support, including completion of the Form I-983 training plan required for STEM OPT.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent work experience.
• 1–3 years of related experience.
• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and yield calculations.
• Ability to read and follow batch records, SOPs, and manufacturing instructions.
• Basic computer skills for production documentation and data entry.
• Ability to perform the described physical and production-environment duties, including frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, climbing, repetitive motion, and potentially lifting or moving materials weighing up to 25–50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in food, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, or consumer packaged goods manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Accurately weigh and stage ingredients according to approved batch records and manufacturing instructions; verify material identities, lot numbers, and quantities; and document weighed materials for traceability.
• Handle materials in accordance with GMP requirements, including allergen controls.
• Prepare and batch vitamin gummy formulations using approved procedures; operate mixing, heating, and processing equipment; monitor process parameters; troubleshoot routine issues and escalate concerns; and maintain equipment and work-area cleanliness and sanitation.
• Operate, set up, and monitor gummy depositing equipment; verify fill weights, piece counts, dimensions, and appearance; respond to process deviations; and perform equipment inspections and basic operator maintenance.
• Inspect gummies for appearance, shape, color, texture, contamination, and defects; remove nonconforming products, report quality concerns, transfer and handle bulk product according to procedures, and document inspection results.
• Perform yield calculations and product reconciliation; document finished quantities, waste, and production losses; investigate yield discrepancies; and communicate issues to leadership.
• Complete batch records, logbooks, and electronic documentation accurately and legibly; comply with cGMP, safety policies, food safety requirements, and applicable regulatory and company standards; and participate in audits, inspections, and training as required.
• Support continuous improvement in safety, quality, productivity, and waste reduction; participate in shift pass-downs; communicate operational issues; cross-train in multiple production areas; assist with training new employees as assigned; and collaborate with the team to meet production schedules and business objectives.
• Maintain equipment and the work environment to meet strict food quality expectations.

Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• 401(k) match
• Annual performance bonus may be included
• Other wellness benefits
• Career development and learning opportunities
• Compensation for overtime hours worked by non-exempt employees in accordance with state and federal law

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED