Gummy Vitamin Manufacturing Operator (NIGHTS)

Pharmavite•New Albany, OH

3d•$37,000 - $60,000

About The Position

The Gummy Vitamin Manufacturing Operator is responsible for safely, efficiently, and compliantly performing manufacturing activities in a gummy vitamin production environment. The role supports raw material weighing, batching, gummy depositing, product inspection, bulk handling, yield reconciliation, and documentation. Operators maintain product quality, follow GMP requirements, and contribute to safe and reliable production operations. This is an hourly position requiring attention to detail, personal ownership, teamwork, and commitment to quality and safety. The role involves work in manufacturing, warehouse, or production environments. It requires 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. Employees may also need to lift or move materials weighing up to 25–50 pounds. Overtime, shift work, weekends, or extended schedules may be required based on business needs. The position is not available for 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 meet the physical and work requirements described, including frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, climbing, and repetitive motion; use of machinery or powered equipment and PPE; and lifting or moving materials weighing up to 25–50 pounds as required.

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 maintain traceability and documentation.
Follow GMP requirements for material handling and allergen control.
Prepare and batch vitamin gummy formulations using approved procedures, operating mixing, heating, and processing equipment and monitoring critical process parameters.
Troubleshoot routine process issues, escalate concerns when necessary, and maintain the cleanliness and sanitation of processing equipment and work areas.
Operate and set up gummy depositing equipment, monitor its performance, and verify fill weights, piece counts, dimensions, and product appearance.
Identify and respond to process deviations, perform equipment inspections, and carry out basic operator maintenance activities.
Inspect gummies for appearance, shape, color, texture, contamination, and defects; remove nonconforming product and promptly report quality concerns.
Transfer and handle bulk gummy product according to established procedures and document quality checks and inspection results.
Perform yield calculations and product reconciliation; document finished quantities, waste, and production losses; investigate discrepancies and communicate issues to leadership.
Complete batch records, logbooks, and electronic documentation accurately and legibly.
Adhere to cGMP, safety policies, food safety requirements, and applicable regulatory and company standards; participate in audits, inspections, and training as required.
Support continuous improvement focused on safety, quality, productivity, and waste reduction.
Participate in shift pass-downs, communicate operational issues, cross-train, and maintain proficiency in multiple production areas.
Assist with training new employees as assigned and collaborate with team members to meet production schedules and business objectives.
Maintain equipment and work area cleanliness to meet food quality expectations.