Ingredient Technician

BestCo LLC; Mooresville (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

BestCo LLC in Mooresville, NC is seeking a Production Technician to read batch records, dispense ingredients, and maintain lot integrity in a fast-paced facility.

You will use scan guns, log data, follow cGMP, and collaborate with Quality. This role requires lifting 30-50 lbs, safety awareness, and the ability to work any shift with possible OT. Prior high-precision experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1 year of precision/attention to detail experience.
• Comfortable working with powders and liquids.
• Must be able to lift 30-50 lbs.
• Open to working any shift including overtime.
• Basic computer knowledge for cGMP training and email.

Responsibilities

• Read and follow batch records to mix and dispense ingredients.
• Maintain lot number integrity for all ingredients.
• Record all required information on batch records.
• Maintain a daily cleaning log.
• Use scan guns to verify materials and move containers.
• Follow cGMP rules daily.
• Calculate raw materials needed for ingredients.
• Assist with inventory control and usage inputs.
• Communicate with supervision to determine department needs.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Time management

Detail oriented

Problem solving

Integrity

Independent work

Hygiene oriented

Team player

Safety conscious

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

Scan guns

Job description

We believe being healthy should not require tradeoffs. SCN BestCo is a leading innovator, developer and manufacturer of Vitamin, Mineral & Supplement (VMS), Over-the-Counter (OTC) and prebiotics/probiotics in enjoyable forms such as gummies, lozenges and chews. With over 50 years of excellence, our team leads the way in changing how consumers make healthier choices. With unique food science expertise and proprietary processes, we’ve pioneered many firsts. Our passion to create new to the world products has guided and continues to be core to our mission of making health and wellness more enjoyable. Come join us and become a part of our winning formula!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Read and follow very specific batch records to mix and dispense all types of ingredients into various containers.
• Maintain lot number integrity for all ingredients.
• Accurately and completely record all required information on the batch records.
• Maintain a daily cleaning log.
• Proficient use of scan guns to check bar codes, verify proper materials and move containers of flavors, colors and actives.
• Responsible for hygiene and housekeeping of the entire room and equipment / containers used.
• Calculate raw materials needed for ingredients.
• Work closely with the Quality Department to ensure proper batch records are issued according to production needs.
• Responsible for proper inventory control (requisitioning and usage inputs).
• Responsible for constant communication with the department Supervision to determine needs.
• Follow cGMP rules while performing daily functions.
• Mathematically inclined – The ability to add, subtract and decimal calculations to meet measurement specifications

Knowledge & Skills Requirements:

• Must be able to complete all required documentation (includes, but is not limited to, batch records, logbooks, notebooks, raw data (charts, graphs, scans, etc.), validation protocols, labels and cGMP-related forms).
• Organization and Strong Time Management Skills
• Mathematically inclined
• Very detail oriented
• High level of personal integrity
• Ability to work independently
• Hygiene oriented
• Good team player
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with an ability to summarize and communicate results clearly. Good mathematical, problem solving and analytical skills
• Ability to read and follow detailed instructions
• Safety conscious
• Frequent lifting of 50-60 pounds
• May require special safety equipment including the use of a respirator and/or PAPR unit

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of High School Diploma or GED
• At least 1 year of experience in a role that requires a high level of precision, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Comfortable working with a partner and handling a variety of powders & liquids.
• Must be open to work any shift that is necessary depending on the business needs, including overtime
• Must be able to lift 30-50 lbs.
• Basic computer knowledge (must be able to log on and complete required cGMP SOP training and email)

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least one year of experience working in a medical environment such as CNA/nursing or at least one year of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience completing documentation in a cGMP manufacturing environment
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, etc.
• Prior experience in a quality role

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