Line Lead Operator (48679)

Best Formulations Inc.; Ajax; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the nutraceutical industry is seeking a Packaging Line Lead Operator in Ajax. The role involves operating packaging machines, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and training team members. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and experience in a manufacturing environment. This full-time position offers competitive pay and benefits, including health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Benefits

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Medical/Dental/Vision/Pet Insurance

Health & Wellness programs

Generous time off for vacations

Qualifications

• Two or more years of work experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Proficient on all machines in a particular packaging line.

Responsibilities

• Operate machines in a packaging line to meet production targets.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Train employees on equipment and safety responsibilities.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent GED Certificate

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Ajax - City of Industry, CA

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School/GED

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Job Shift: 2nd Shift

Description

Founded in 1984, Best Formulations LLC, a diversified nutraceutical and personal care company headquartered in City of Industry, California, is a contract manufacturer of thousands of branded SKUs, including high quality nutritional supplements including softgels, tablets, capsules, powders, teas, dietary supplements, and vegetarian softgels.

About the role:

We are a trusted partner to our customers when it comes to innovation and have one of the strongest R&D, product formulation and technical teams in the industry. We are recognized as the leader in plant-based softgel innovation and our ability to encapsulate difficult formulas. We seek out innovation across our entire business and pass that knowledge and expertise to our customers.

As a Packaging Line Lead Operator, you will be responsible for operating machines in a packaging or powder line. They are responsible for ensuring that the particular line is performing to production targets in critical areas (safety, quality, productivity, BOP, RedZone) and according to SOP, GMP and FDA regulatory compliance requirements.

How will you contribute:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Essential job functions and duties include, but are not limited to:

• Proficient on all machines in a particular packaging line while meeting targeted production numbers with no Quality or Safety infractions.

• Woking close with Tech Ops and R&D for new Product/ Pilot runs.

• Advanced level troubleshooting skills on particular key equipment and ancillary support equipment.
• Understand the specifications indicated on the packaging batch record for each product packaged.

• Prepare all necessary supplies and equipment to perform the job. Verification of all jobs on the line running to Batch Record or special instructions.

• Setup, Run and make any necessary adjustments to the machines assigned to properly meet the packaging requirements of the product specifications in the batch record.

• Ensure Quality requirements of product specifications are met including incoming. Materials, running work-in-process, and finished product. Monitor product quality.

• Fill out appropriate paperwork at the beginning, end of each lot, and shift.

• RedZone application: Reviewing and understanding the application: Adding Downtimes, information of issues on the run including pictures, completing any process sheets/checks that are allocated for the machine. Following up on Run rates and T-Max.

• Report process and equipment problems to Supervisor or Floor Lead.

• Ensure batch records, equipment logs, and other relevant records are current and are being completed on a daily basis correctly.

• Cleans and maintains processing rooms and equipment.

• Will training employees on equipment, documentation, quality checks and safety responsibilities.

• Assist maintenance in Preventative Maintenance duties when required.

• Follows established department SOP's, cGMP regulations, and batch record instructions.
• Complies with all Company policies and procedures, including safety rules and regulations.

• Maintains a safe work environment and operates in a safe manner.

• Perform other job duties related to the job, as assigned by management.

• Will follow escalation process for downtimes and communication.

• Communicate with prior/next shift team to ensure flow of information / work is uninterrupted.

• Supports and leads Continuous Improvement initiatives including best practices on the line.

• Proactive to issues on the line including workload. Team player and team motivation.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent GED Certificate; and
• Two (2) or more years of work experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment; plus
• Any combination of experience, education, and training that provides the level of knowledge, skills, and experience needed to successfully perform the job.

Work Environment:

• May involve exposure to allergens such as Soy, Wheat, Fish, Shellfish, Milk, Egg, Tree Nuts and Sesame.

What Best Formulations can offer you:

• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Pet Insurance
• Health & Wellness programs
• Generous time off for vacations

More about us:

As a valued strategic partner, Best Formulations offers a comprehensive program of services, turnkey solutions, and client support that is unmatched in the industry. Our product development team can provide customized, proprietary formulations designed specifically to meet the needs of our customers and their method of distribution. Our vertically integrated manufacturing and packaging process allows us to schedule flexible production runs to respond quickly to shifting market demands. Every step of the way, we are committed to your growth and success!

"To develop and strengthen mutually beneficial relationships with our employees, customers, and business partners by providing the highest quality products and the Best customer service.Together We Grow!"

This position is currently classified as on-site.

Base Salary Range: $19.50 - $24.00 per hour, based on candidate professional experience level. Employees are eligible to participate in Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k), Holidays, Vacation, Tuition Reimbursement Program.

The final salary offered for this position may take into account a number of factors including, but not limited to, location, skills, education, and experience.

In accordance with the CO Equal Pay Act, Colorado Applicants Are Not Permitted to Apply.

The Company reserves the right to modify, update, change and/or make corrections to this job description, at the sole discretion of senior management, at any time during the employee’s employment term, at the sole discretion of management.

EEO Statement

Best Formulations is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse workforce and providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process as required under its Employment Accommodation Policy. Best Formulations will work with applicants to meet accommodation needs that are made known to Best Formulations in advance.

**Please no external recruiters**