Lead Operator (Full-time) - Overnight Shift

About the role

We believe that nutrition, science, and wellness must merge, not collide. Our broad product portfolio includes renowned brands and we have extensive pharmaceutical expertise, offering innovative medicines. We bring our best for better lives and our people are challenged to bring fresh, diverse views and make bold moves to empower healthier lives through nutrition.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations and manage the department in the absence of a supervisor or manager
• Assign tasks and support team members to meet production goals
• Operate, set up, clean, and adjust machinery independently and with a team
• Monitor and control process parameters to ensure accuracy and traceability
• Perform quality checks and in-process inspections
• Complete data entry using paper forms, computers, or tablets
• Train and mentor colleagues on procedures, safety, and equipment
• Identify and escalate issues to supervisors when needed
• Support overflow tasks and assist across departments
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
• Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Prior machine operator experience required
• High school diploma or GED preferred
• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing or factory setting preferred
• Comfortable using computers, tablets, and other digital tools
• Able to read, write, and understand English
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand, bend, climb, and move throughout your shift
• Flexible to work overtime based on business needs

Skills

• Organized with strong attention to detail
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
• Team oriented and committed to fostering a positive work environment
• Knowledge of quality assurance protocols
• Comfortable working around powders, chemicals, and food allergens
• Familiarity with tools and equipment including maintenance tools, packaging and processing machinery, mechanical and electrical systems, and pressurized equipment

Schedule

This role operates on the 3rd shift, with a schedule of Sunday Night - Friday Morning, 10:00 PM - 6:30 AM.