Softgel Manufacturing Supervisor

Nordic Naturals•Vista, CA

10h•Onsite

About The Position

The Softgel Manufacturing Supervisor oversees the production of softgels and other products, with a strong focus on the compounding and encapsulation processes, ensuring that operations run smoothly and efficiently in compliance with company SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) and cGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Practices).

Requirements

At least high school diploma
3+ years’ direct experience with softgel manufacturing, including compounding, is required.
Familiarity with a softgel manufacturing process is a must.
Ability to create accountability and to lead by example
Strong team building, decision-making and people management skills
Physically able to lift, bend, stoop, climb, and reach.
Ability to read and write English.
Ability to understand and follow all company SOPs and cGMP guidelines.
Intermediate math skills (Multiplication, Division, Conversions and understanding weights and measures).

Nice To Haves

Some mechanical experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversees daily manufacturing operations.
Monitors production schedules, and organizes workflow.
Ensures high product quality and adherence to quality standards.
Oversees and ensures proper execution of the softgel compounding process, including weighing, mixing, and verifying raw materials according to batch records.
Monitors compounding and encapsulation parameters to maintain product quality and compliance with specifications.
Troubleshoots equipment and process to comply with company SOP’s
Ensures compliance with health and safety regulations
Follows all company SOPs and GMPs.
Reports any deviation in process to supervisor and QA/QC.
Completes and fills out required reports.
Liaison between production and maintenance.
Implements process improvements to minimize costs and enhance production quality
Responsible for safety and well-being of His/Her co-workers.
Reports safety hazards to Supervisor and Maintenance.
Trains and coaches employees.
Ensure the safe use of equipment and schedule regular maintenance
Check production output according to specifications
Completes employee performance evaluation forms and conducts employee performance evaluation meetings
Identify issues in efficiency and suggest improvements
Train new employees on how to safely use machinery and follow procedures
Enforce strict safety guidelines and company standards
Performs any other duties as assigned.