Gummy Vitamin Manufacturing Operator

Pharmavite•New Albany, OH

About The Position

The Gummy Vitamin Manufacturing Operator carries out safe, efficient, and compliant 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 are expected to maintain product quality, follow GMP requirements, and contribute to safe and reliable production. This is an hourly role requiring attention to detail, ownership, teamwork, and a commitment to quality and safety. The position involves work in manufacturing, warehouse, or production environments. Work may include frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, climbing, and repetitive motion throughout the shift; operating machinery or powered equipment; wearing PPE; and working around varying temperatures, noise, moving equipment, or manufacturing materials. Employees may 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 national target base pay range is $37,000–$60,000. Compensation depends on factors including location, education, experience, qualifications, and job-related skills. The total rewards package may include an annual performance bonus, medical, dental, and vision benefits, a 401(k) match, and other wellness benefits. Overtime is compensated in accordance with applicable state and federal law; management may require overtime based on business needs, and voluntary overtime must be approved in advance.

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 movement 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, verifying identities, lot numbers, and quantities and documenting materials for traceability.
Handle materials in accordance with GMP requirements and allergen controls.
Prepare and batch gummy vitamin formulations using approved procedures; operate mixing, heating, and processing equipment and monitor process parameters such as temperature, cooking time, and ingredient additions.
Troubleshoot routine process issues, escalate concerns as needed, and maintain sanitation of processing equipment and work areas.
Safely operate and set up gummy depositing equipment; monitor production to meet specifications for fill weights, piece counts, dimensions, and appearance.
Identify and respond to process deviations, inspect equipment, and perform basic operator maintenance activities.
Inspect gummies for appearance, shape, color, texture, contamination, and defects; remove nonconforming products and report quality concerns.
Transfer and handle bulk gummy products according to established procedures and document quality checks and inspection results.
Calculate yields and reconcile product quantities; document finished product, waste, and production losses, investigate discrepancies, and communicate issues to leadership.
Complete batch records, logbooks, and electronic documentation accurately and legibly.
Follow cGMP, safety policies, food safety requirements, and regulatory and company standards; participate in audits, inspections, and training as required.
Support continuous improvement initiatives 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, and assist with training new employees as assigned.
Collaborate with team members to meet production schedules and business objectives, and maintain clean equipment and work areas.