Process Operator 1 Blending

Natural Alternatives International • Vista, CA

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About The Position

Since 1980, NAI has been a leader in nutritional health, bringing whole food-based supplements to a global population. NAI is a leading expert and manufacturer of dietary supplements, and we are involved in every facet of the industry, including research, development, manufacturing and marketing and advocacy. As a company, we continue to grow with manufacturing locations in Vista and Carlsbad, CA. We are looking for seasoned and entry level candidates that are interested in working for a global company with opportunities for growth, development, competitive pay and benefits.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• At least one year of manufacturing/packaging work experience; knowledge of cGMPs preferred.
• Ability to speak, read, write and understand English fluently.
• Must have neat and legible handwriting and be highly accurate in recording on process documents.
• Must have good math computation skills and able to use a calculator.
• Knowledge of and competency with using metric measurements.
• Ability to execute the established procedures required in the Blending process.
• Must have mechanical aptitude and be able to react to machine and equipment requirements.
• Must be able to work well as a team member with all departments within the company.

Responsibilities

• Primarily responsible to produce blends as required in order to satisfy quality, manufacturing and customer requirements.
• Under general supervision, performs duties associated with processing technologies in manufacturing operations involved with blending or mixing of ingredients.
• By end of orientation period, must be able to competently and safety operate equipment associated with blending operations.
• Follows batch record instructions, Standard Operating Procedures, and training manuals.
• Accurately completes required paperwork and documentation, including basic math calculations such as % yield and tare weight.
• Monitors and inspects product quality during processing.
• Disassembles, cleans, sanitizes, and reassembles equipment.
• Able to adjust functional parts and instrument controls.
• Reports process or equipment problems to supervisor; performs minor or basic troubleshooting.
• Cleans and maintains processing rooms and equipment.
• Attends all company training sessions.
• Meets performance standards for quality, productivity, reliability, initiative, safety, and work relationships.
• Carries out all responsibilities in compliance with the organizations policies, procedures, and state, federal, and local laws.
• Fully complies with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) and health and safety regulations.
• Operation of auxiliary equipment such as Fitzmill and screeners when required during the process.
• Verifies and checks off all materials against batch record before loading blender.
• Loading of raw materials into blenders and unloading when batches are blended.
• Weigh drums of blended material and record weights on batch record.
• Completes any paperwork necessary (e.g., batch records (yields), drum labels, etc.)
• Clean blenders after processing and maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Other duties as required. May be required to assist in other departments to support workload.

Benefits

• Medical plan options - Two HMO and one PPO
• Dental, vision, life insurance and other voluntary benefit options.
• 3 weeks' vacation and 11 paid holidays
• 401k including company matching and profit sharing
• $1,000 Employee Referral Bonus
• Quarterly employee lunches, Employee of the Month and other recognition programs
• Opportunities for advancement
• Comprehensive training
• Tuition Reimbursement and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED