Compounder (DAYS)

Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd; Opelika (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Health benefits

401(k) match

Wellness program

Job summary

Pharmavite in the United States seeks a Manufacturing Associate to operate equipment that produces gelatin and encapsulated products, following SOPs and GMPs. You will handle bulk materials, monitor processes, and help maintain sanitary conditions.

You’ll keep logs, use forklift and drum lifter, and assist with packaging and shipping while adhering to safety rules. This role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and at least one year in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent work experience required.
• +1 year of related experience in manufacturing required.

Responsibilities

• Receives bulk materials, weighs and subdivides materials per procedures.
• Loads into automatic equipment and ensures proper mix of ingredients.
• Monitors production flow and gelatin receiver temperatures to meet quality standards.
• Maintains logs and batch records; uses computer for data entry and inquiries.
• Operates drum lifter, forklift, and pallet jack to handle materials and products.
• Prepares outside vendors' orders and packages products for shipping.
• Follows safety rules, SOPs, and GMPs to ensure compliant operations.

Skills

Fluent English

Manual dexterity

Basic math

Data entry

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Forklift

Drum lifter

Pallet jack

Job description

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 SummaryOperates equipment to manufacture gelatin and encapsulated products, ensuring compliance with standard operating procedures and good manufacturing practices.Key ResponsibilitiesReceives bulk materials, weighs and subdivides materials in strict accordance with manufacturing procedures; loads into automatic equipment and makes necessary adjustments to ensure proper mix of ingredients, and monitors the production flow, including gelatin receiver temperatures, to ensure finished product meets Pharmavite's production standards.Ensures equipment and working area meet all required sanitary standards; uses small hand tools to disassemble pumps, receivers, mixers, and other equipment, cleans according to set procedures, and reassembles before mixing a new batch of product.Maintains required logs and other batch records accurately and completely; uses a computer to enter data and make routine inquiries as necessary.Operates drum lifter to lift drums in the production process, forklift and/or pallet jack to transport raw materials or finished product, and scales to weigh bulk materials when necessary.Prepares outside vendors' orders; gathers materials in accordance with schedules; transfers products to new containers as necessary; and packages for shipping.Performs all duties in compliance with safety rules, standard operating procedures, and good manufacturing practices.QualificationsHigh School Diploma/GED or equivalent work experience required+ 1 year of related experience in manufacturing required+ 1 year related experience compounding or blending PreferredKnowledge, Skills & CompetenciesFluent English communication skills to read/understand policies and procedures, follow instructions precisely to ensure product is manufactured to specific standards, maintain written logs and records, perform data entry, understand verbal instructions, and discuss problems with supervisors and other staff.Have manual dexterity to manipulate controls and disassemble/assemble equipment.Accurate basic math skills.Physical or Work RequirementsPerforms work in manufacturing, warehouse, or production environments and requires frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, climbing, and repetitive motion throughout the shift. Employees may be required to operate machinery or powered equipment, wear personal protective equipment (PPE), work in environments with varying temperatures, noise levels, moving equipment, or manufacturing materials, and lift or move materials weighing up to 25–50 pounds. Some roles may require overtime, shift work, weekends, or extended schedules based on business needs.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.The salary range for this position is $40,000.00-$66,000.00 .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 [e-mail] .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: [e-mail] .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.