Gummies Tech II

Pharmavite; New Albany (OH); On-site; USD 44,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Pharmavite, a leading nutrition company, seeks a Technician II to operate production equipment and drive continuous improvement on the Ohio site. You will support safe, efficient manufacturing and mentor teammates in Lean practices while ensuring quality and schedule adherence.

The role requires a HS Diploma, PIT certification, and at least 3 years of related experience, with exposure to cGMP and MES systems. Strong problem-solving and teamwork are essential in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent education/experience required.
• Must have or complete PIT (Powered Industrial Trucks) certification training.
• Minimum of 3 years of related experience and successful completion of the Pharmavite Technician Program.
• Demonstrates the ability to troubleshoot procedures and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Adheres to cGMP, SOPs, JIs and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates production equipment and leads problem-solving efforts.
• Performs equipment maintenance and changeovers.
• Ensures materials flow aligns with production schedules and quality requirements.
• Leads root cause problem-solving with Lean methodologies (5S, defect fixing, CIL, change-over reductions).
• Maintains documentation including logs and production records.
• Promotes safety and develops team members to meet KPIs.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

cGMP knowledge

Math calculations

Problem-solving

Teamwork

MES literacy

Safety awareness

Education

HS Diploma

PIT (Powered Industrial Trucks) Certification

Tools

MES

Microsoft Office

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.

Technician II performs operational and technical work across multiple areas, ensuring safe and efficient execution of their job duties while promoting Pharmavite’s Operating Values. Sets up and operates production equipment, leads problem-solving efforts, drives process changes, performs equipment maintenance and participates in cross-functional teams and projects while increasing their department capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Communicates and aligns to ensure smooth flow of correct materials into site production operations in accordance with production schedules.
• Performs all duties in compliance with safety rules, Standard Operating Procedures and current Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Identifies and performs adjustments to improve quality and production during operation to meet all requirements, including line speeds, daily production output, and required changeover times.
• Leads root cause problem-solving with urgency and ensures team uses Lean Methodologies such as 5S, fixing defects, completion of Clean, Inspect and Lubricate (CIL), and change-over reductions. Follows up on corrective actions.
• Leads and coordinates equipment changeovers and work assignments.
• Sets up and operates equipment.
• Performs routine preventive maintenance on equipment by performing regular inspections and completing assigned preventive maintenance work orders.
• Learns to perform complex repairs by assisting in diagnosing and repairing equipment.
• Promotes a culture of safety within the team ensuring all members participate in required programs and attend scheduled departmental safety meetings.
• Leads, mentors, and develops team members to meet or exceed daily shift Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to enable an agile workforce that is cross trained on multiple pieces of equipment/processes and functions.
• Possess strong problem-solving skills, and the technical knowledge to troubleshoot production matters related to quality and/or operational issues while meeting deadlines.
• Maintains all required documentation including cleaning logs, maintenance logs, and production records.
• Utilizes a continuous improvement mindset, identifying key losses to improve throughput and yield.
• Ensures that respective areas and departments are audit ready at any time.
• Performs other related duties as assigned to support business needs.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent education and experience/knowledge required.

Certification

Must have or complete PIT (Powered Industrial Trucks) certification training.

Experience

Minimum of 3 years of related experience and successful completion of the Pharmavite Technician Program.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Demonstrates the technical and administrative competence to initiate revisions to existing documents, troubleshoot existing procedures, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Performs work consistently by adhering to established Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), and customer requirements with all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Job Instructions (JI).
• Application of basic math skills, to include addition, 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 electronic device.
• Demonstrated knowledge of regulated health, sanitation, and safety requirements.
• Physical ability to discern varieties of color, weights, flavor, and general appearance of product.
• Builds operational and technical mastery across a majority of equipment/areas as assigned by department.
• Demonstrates mechanical aptitude to inspect equipment, perform preventive maintenance, routine repairs on equipment, and complete required maintenance tasks.
• Perform advanced repairs and assist/diagnose to repair equipment.
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions and communicate standard operating procedures, good manufacturing practices, safety practices and manufacturing standards ensuring accurate product count and correct labels for orders are used.
• Computer literate, able to use Microsoft applications and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and with continuous change initiatives.
• Leads cGMP’s, safety practices, and operational goals to achieve performance objectives.
• Flexibility to change work assignments, departments, and shift as needed based on business need.

Physical Requirements

Stands and or walks for the full work shift, may have restricted flexibility to move from their stations unless relieved by others. May perform repetitive job duties during training and rotations depending on assignment. Intermittently lifts and or move 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 manipulate 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 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 eye wear, 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 operations.

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.

The salary range for this position is $44,000.00 - $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, 401K 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. Weprohibit 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. Pharmaviterecruits, hires, employs, trains, promotes, and compensatesindividuals 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].

Disclaimer

The 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.