Encapsulation Operator (Nights)

Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd; Opelika (AL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) match

Job summary

Pharmavite in the United States is seeking a production operator in the encapsulation area to ensure materials feed to machinery, perform changeovers, and monitor processes during 6pm to 6:30am on a 2-2-3 rotation.

A high school diploma or GED is required; fluent English; arithmetic skills; ability to lift up to 50 pounds; experience in encapsulation or similar machine operations is preferred.

Qualifications

• Fluent English to read/write instructions and communicate with supervisors.
• Manual dexterity and ability to manipulate controls and tools.
• Strong arithmetic skills to calculate weights and process timings.
• Experience in encapsulation, injection molding or related machine operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Feed materials to encapsulation machinery per procedures.
• Use hand tools to adjust equipment and perform setup changes.
• Monitor production: ribbon thickness, temperature, weight and size; troubleshoot issues.
• Perform changeovers between products; clean and reassemble equipment for next batch.
• Maintain logs and enter data; comply with SOPs and safety practices.

Skills

Fluent English

Mechanical aptitude

Manual dexterity

Arithmetical skills

Stamina for standing

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

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, NatureMade, 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 STEMOPT.

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.

Education

A high school diploma or GED is required.

Certification

None.

Experience

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.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

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

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 to 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.

OUR OFFER

Here, 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.

Salary and compensation

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. 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.

• 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.

Health and wellness begins with us.

Equal Opportunity and Diversity

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].

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.

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.