Encapsulation Operator

Help us bring the gift of health to life. Working at Pharmavite is an experience like no other. With a focus on complete nutrition for all, each endeavor is urgent and every day counts. You'll have the opportunity to work on the #1 selling national vitamin and supplement brand, Nature Made, as well as an exciting portfolio of other products that are shaping the future of the healthy living industry.

About the role

The Encapsulation Operator is responsible for operating encapsulation equipment to ensure smooth, efficient production of soft gelatin capsules that meet specific quality standards. This role is not available for any form of immigration sponsorship or support, including completion of the Form I-983 training plan required for STEM OPT.

Responsibilities

• Ensures materials are correct and fed to encapsulation machinery in accordance with specific procedures.
• Uses hand tools to adjust equipment controls and operating parts as appropriate to the product.
• Continuously monitors the production process, ensuring the ribbon thickness meets standards, temperature is appropriate to the product, and weight and size of finished product meet specifications.
• Troubleshoots any equipment/process problems and resolves as quickly as possible.
• Performs changeovers from one product or batch to another; disassembles equipment and cleans according to procedures; reassembles and makes ready for next batch; works with tooling/set-ups.
• Scoops capsules onto trays; spreads them into a single layer; and stacks for drying; completes stack cards accurately and completely.
• Lifts containers of in-process, raw, finished, or waste products and transports within department as necessary.
• Maintains required logs and other records accurately and completely. Uses computer to enter data.
• Performs all duties in compliance with safety rules, standard operating procedures, and good manufacturing practices.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• Complete working knowledge of the encapsulation process, typically resulting from a minimum of one year of experience in related jobs (e.g., encapsulation, injection molding or other similar machine operations) and/or requires four to six months of training and experience in this job under close supervision.

Skills

• Fluent English skills to read/understand written instructions, and other information; to maintain routine written records, and to communicate problems effectively to supervisors.
• Accurate arithmetic skills (addition, subtraction, division) to calculate shell and fill weights, and calculate the time a tank will run out of gel or medicine.
• Manual dexterity to manipulate controls, disassemble/assemble equipment using a variety of hand tools.
• Physical ability to stand/walk for much of the work shift, and push/pull/lift large containers weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Mechanical aptitude to troubleshoot and fix equipment malfunctions.

Physical Requirements

• Stand/walk for most of the work shift.
• Perform repetitive job duties that require constant attention to the manufacturing process.
• Periodically push/pull containers weighing up to 500 pounds and lift containers up to 50 pounds.
• Adjust to distractions and interruptions and handle multiple priorities simultaneously.

Work Environment

• Constant exposure to noise levels loud enough to require employees to wear hearing protection.
• Warm temperature levels, fumes, vibration, etc., sufficient to cause minor discomfort, oily/wet conditions.
• Employees must wear protective eyewear, hair nets, uniforms, steel-toed shoes, and gloves.

Safety

Incumbents must be able to perform this job safely by following standard operating procedures and good manufacturing practices without endangering the health or safety of themselves or others.

Schedule

Must be able to work 6 pm to 6:30 am on a 2-2-3 rotational schedule.

Benefits

Pharmavite is committed to meeting the needs of our employees and their families with a Total Rewards package that's as comprehensive as the vitamins and supplements we deliver to consumers. With competitive compensation programs and standout benefits, we provide employees with optimal health and well-being — as well as peace of mind. These rewards — plus our new recognition program — ensure employees feel supported both at work and home.

• Annual performance bonus
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) match
• Wellness benefits
• Compensation for all overtime hours worked by non-exempt (hourly) employees in accordance with state and federal law

Pay

The salary range for this position is $37,000.00 - $60,000.00. Actual compensation will take into account a wide range of factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to geographic location, education, experience, qualifications, and job-related skills. It is not typical for an individual to be hired above the midpoint of the range for their role, and compensation decisions depend on the facts and circumstances of each case.