Inspection, Operator

Pharmavite; Opelika (AL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Pharmavite is seeking an Inspector Operator in Alabama to prepare and stage products and operate automated inspection machines. You will visually inspect capsules and remove defective products, ensuring batches meet specifications while maintaining logs and labels.

The role requires basic computer skills, attention to detail, and physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Overtime may be required based on business needs and production schedules.

Qualifications

• Basic computer skills to operate automated inspection machines and transacts inventory.
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to identify and remove defective capsules.
• English communication skills to maintain logs, read batch records, and follow instructions.
• Full color vision to identify color defects in capsules.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and prepares inspection area for use.
• Cleans bins and trays for inspection and transfer of product.
• Visually inspects capsules and removes any defective product with equipment or by hand.
• Operates automated equipment that sorts, polishes, containers, and inspects capsules to meet specs.
• Maintains routine documentation on each batch and labels products.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Manual dexterity

Color vision

English communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED or equivalent work experience

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.

The Inspector Operator is responsible for preparing, staging products, and operating automated inspection machines. Visually examining and removing any/all defective gelatin capsules from batches either manually or through the use of automated equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Cleans and prepares inspection area for use.
• Cleans bins and trays for inspection and transfer of product.
• Visually inspects capsules and removes any defective product through use of automated equipment or visual inspection techniques.
• Operates automated equipment that sorts, polishes, containers, pushes and inspects capsules to ensure they meet specifications.
• Maintains routine documentation on each batch of capsules; prepares log entries and labels product container(s).
• Lifts/carries containers, pushes parts or capsules weighing up to 30 pounds regularly, and pushes and pulls material on wheels or with pallet jacks up to 400 pounds.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent work experience - Required
• No prior experience

Knowledge, Skills & Competencies

• Basic computer skills required to operate automated inspection machines and transact inventory.
• Manual dexterity/hand-eye coordination to identify and remove defective elastic soft gelatin capsules.
• English communication skills to maintain routine written logs and records. Communicate with supervisors and others and read batch records, operating instructions, and safety regulations.
• Full color vision to identify color defects in capsules.

Physical or Work Requirements

• Performs 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.

Travel

Not Required

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 $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. 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 inaccordance 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.

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.

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.

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.