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. Consumer-driven innovation, high quality products and a promising portfolio, all driven by a team with a shared sense of purpose - that's Pharmavite. Join us to bring the gift of health to life.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. Position Summary: The Gummies Associate is responsible for learning and understanding the assigned functions related to their role. This process is accomplished through hands-on learning, understanding, and adhering to all safety standards, Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), and customer requirements in conjunction with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). This role involves learning and developing oneself to take on additional duties, expand their capabilities, and enhance personal skills. Responsibilities:Learns and performs work associated with the safe operation and maintenance of various manufacturing/warehouse equipment, depending on the specialization of process of operations and materials used. Monitors equipment parameters (meters, gauges, valves, flow ratios, temperatures, pressures, and related controls) and guidelines to ensure adherence to production/warehouse/process and quality specifications. Resolves common or frequent equipment issues, troubleshooting, and equipment adjustments with guidance. Understands production information used daily to manage operations (MDI Boards, electronic platforms, etc.). Adheres to cGMP standards in completing relevant paperwork, following good documentation practices, and performing quality control checks. Escalates issues related to safety, quality compliance, and equipment status. Communicates needs or other support as needed. Participate in all required housekeeping (5S), cleaning, and sanitation. Operate material handling equipment, electric hand trucks, walk-along pallet lifts, hoist, and other equipment as needed.Participates in the daily Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT) verification list at the beginning of each shift. Communicates any issues to the Supervisor that prevent the unit from being used.Conducts equipment checklist verification of trailers before and after unloading.Participates in equipment changeovers and setups to include parts cleaning and inspection, checklist review, partnering in setup and start-up of each piece of equipment, and support in functional area.Education: HS Diploma or combination of equivalent education and experience or knowledge required. Certifications: Must have or be able to complete PIT (Powered Industrial Trucks) certification training. Experience: 0- 2 years' work experience required at this level and successful completion of the Pharmavite Technician Program. Ability to work in a diverse team environment with others.Working knowledge of manufacturing/warehouse processes or a combination of skills, knowledge, and demonstrated ability to learn is recommended.Knowledge/Skills/AbilitiesAbility to read and comprehend written instructions and communicate standard operating procedures, good manufacturing practices, safety practices, and manufacturing standards as required.Ability to record information/data on documents and/or forms in a legible and accurate manner.Demonstrate basic math skills to include addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division to calculate and adjust equipment, calculate parameters and quality control measures, and the ability to do conversions and understand decimal placement according to requirements with use of an electronic device.Physical ability to discern varieties of color, weights, flavor, and general appearance of product.Basic comfort with using hand tools.Computer skills, including the basic use of MS Word and Excel.Experience working in a team environment and continuous change initiatives preferred.Self-starter with initiative to understand and learn additional operations.Learn specific functions determined by area of operation.Physical Requirements:Stands and/or walks for the full work shift, may have restricted flexibility to move from their stations unless relieved by others. Performs repetitive job duties. Intermittently lifts and/or moves loads unassisted of up to 40 pounds and over 40 pounds with the use of pallet jacks (manual or powered), two-person lift, or other mechanical aids.Pulls/pushes boxes of product on/offline and/or pallets using pallet jack, hoists, etc.Manual dexterity to operate equipment controls, production containers on a production line, and hand tools to assemble/disassemble parts of equipment and address quality variations.Required to walk up and down stairs and rolling platform with handrails.Role may include bending and scooping large quantities of products from the container and dumping into a hopper above the head. Environment:Constant exposure to noise levels loud enough to require employees to wear hearing protection.Warm temperature levels, fumes, vibration, dust, etc., sufficient to cause minor discomfort. Operating conditions may vary by department and areas.Employee is required to wear all PPE, i.e., protective eyewear, hearing protection, hair net, safety shoes, uniforms, etc., for assigned department. Safety:The incumbent must be able to perform this job safely by following standard operating procedures and good manufacturing/warehouse practices without endangering the health or safety of themself or others, including proper use of PPE.OUR OFFERHere, career paths aren't predefined, and bureaucratic limitations don't exist - you have the opportunity to grow, learn from industry pioneers, and develop the way you want to. Pharmavite is investing more in the development of our team - to help us deliver on our purpose and help you achieve your career aspirations. Our environment is geared to fuel curiosity, encourage experimentation, and generate learning as this is the way we develop ourselves and our organization.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.National Target Base Pay Range: $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. This information is provided to applicants in accordance with state and local laws. Base pay is only one component of our total rewards offerings, and we will take the full offering into consideration when presenting an offer of employment. Our total rewards package for this position may also include an annual performance bonus, Medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401(k) match, and other wellness benefits. Pharmavite provides compensation for all overtime hours worked by non-exempt (hourly) employees in accordance with state and federal law. The need to work overtime hours will be determined by management, based on customer and business necessity to meet the needs of our business, Pharmavite may require employees to work overtime.Voluntary overtime requested by non-exempt employees must be approved in advance by the employee’s supervisor.Visit Pharmavite.com/careers to learn more about our mission and discover an opportunity that's right for you. Health and wellness begins with us.Pharmavite is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit employment discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, national origin, and any other basis protected by state and federal law. Pharmavite recruits, hires, employs, trains, promotes, and compensates individuals solely based on job-related qualifications and abilities.Pharmavite also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief, in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about an accommodation to complete the application process, please email recruiter@pharmavite.com.DisclaimerThe above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications of employees assigned to this job.CALIFORNIA FAIR CHANCE ACT:Qualified Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.JOB ALERT FRAUD:We have become aware of scams from individuals, organizations, and internet sites claiming to represent Pharmavite in recruitment activities in return for disclosing financial information.Our hiring process does not include text-based conversations or interviews and never requires payment or fees from job applicants. All of our career opportunities are regularly published and updated on Pharmavite.com’s Careers section.If you have already provided your personal information, please report it to your local authorities. Any fraudulent activity should be reported to: recruiter@pharmavite.com.DISCLOSURE:Any misrepresentations or false statements during the application process, including regarding U.S. work authorization and/or the need for immigration sponsorship or support, may result in the rejection of candidacy or the termination of employment.
