Packaging Associate (NIGHTS)

Pharmavite • New Albany, OH

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About The Position

The Packaging Associate (referred to in the position summary as Packaging Operator) safely and efficiently packages gummy vitamin products using high-tech packaging equipment. The role involves learning and following safety standards, current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), customer requirements, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). The associate is expected to continue learning, take on additional duties, expand capabilities, and develop personal skills.

The position operates in manufacturing, warehouse, or production environments. Work may involve operating machinery and powered equipment, wearing personal protective equipment, and working around varying temperatures, noise, moving equipment, and manufacturing materials. Employees may need to lift or move materials weighing up to 25–50 pounds. Some roles may require overtime, shift work, weekends, or extended schedules based on business needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent work experience.
• 1–3 years of related experience, including machine operator experience.
• Ability to work with others in a diverse team environment.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing or warehouse processes, or a combination of skills, knowledge, and demonstrated ability to learn.
• Ability to perform frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, climbing, and repetitive motion throughout the shift.
• Ability to operate machinery or powered equipment, wear personal protective equipment, and work in environments with varying temperatures, noise levels, moving equipment, or manufacturing materials, as applicable.
• Ability to lift or move materials weighing up to 25–50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Learn and perform work involving the safe operation and maintenance of manufacturing or warehouse equipment, depending on the assigned process and materials.
• Monitor equipment parameters and controls, including meters, gauges, valves, flow ratios, temperatures, and pressures, to meet production, process, warehouse, and quality specifications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve common equipment issues and make equipment adjustments with guidance.
• Use production information and daily operating tools, such as MDI Boards and electronic platforms, to manage operations.
• Complete relevant paperwork according to cGMP and good documentation practices, and perform quality control checks.
• Escalate safety, quality compliance, and equipment-status issues; communicate support needs as necessary.
• Participate in required housekeeping (5S), cleaning, and sanitation.
• Operate material-handling equipment as needed, including electric hand trucks, walk-along pallet lifts, and hoists.
• Participate in equipment changeovers and setups, including parts cleaning and inspection, checklist review, equipment setup and startup, and support within the functional area.

Benefits

• Annual performance bonus may be included in the total rewards package.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) match.
• Other wellness benefits.
• Compensation for overtime hours worked by non-exempt employees, in accordance with state and federal law.
• Employee recognition program.
• Opportunities for career development and learning.

What This Job Offers

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