Gummy Vitamin Manufacturing Operator (NIGHTS)

Pharmavite•New Albany, OH

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 documentation. Operators maintain product quality, follow GMP requirements, and contribute to safe, reliable production. This is an hourly position requiring attention to detail, ownership, teamwork, and a commitment to quality and safety. The position works 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 amid 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.

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 role's stated physical and work requirements, including frequent movement, potential use of machinery and PPE, and 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 maintain traceability and documentation.
Follow GMP requirements for material handling and allergen control.
Prepare and batch vitamin gummy formulations using approved procedures; operate mixing, heating, and processing equipment; and monitor temperatures, cook times, and ingredient additions.
Troubleshoot routine process issues, escalate concerns, and maintain cleanliness and sanitation of processing equipment and work areas.
Operate gummy depositing equipment; set up and monitor depositors; verify fill weights, piece counts, dimensions, and product appearance; and respond to process deviations.
Perform equipment inspections and basic operator maintenance.
Inspect gummies for appearance, shape, color, texture, contamination, and defects; remove nonconforming product and 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.
Comply with cGMP, safety policies, food safety requirements, and 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.