Production Associate

TopGum Industries; Copiague (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

TopGum Industries in Copiague, NY is seeking a Production Associate to support gummy health product manufacturing on a permanent, full-time basis. The role focuses on operating production equipment, monitoring conditions, and ensuring product quality and food safety in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities include data recording, QA support, inventory handling in curing rooms, and following SOPs. Candidates should have a high school diploma and 2+ years in manufacturing; experience in

Qualifications

• High school graduation or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience in food manufacturing, nutraceuticals, or gummy production considered a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment safely and efficiently.
• Monitor production conditions and adjust machinery based on recipes and SOPs.
• Record production data accurately and maintain required documentation.
• Assist Quality team with testing activities such as moisture testing when required.
• Manage curing room inventory and support product movement following FIFO practices.
• Sanitize machinery and workspaces and follow food safety protocols.

Skills

Basic Math

Safety procedures

Reading & Writing English

QA knowledge

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

REPORTS TO: Production Supervisor

HOURLY RATE: $18.50 - $24.00

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Permanent | Full-Time , 12 - Hour Shift

LOCATION: Copiague, NY

About Us

We provide full-service contract manufacturing, bottling, and packaging solutions for gummy natural health products, supporting clients from concept through launch. Operating within a regulated manufacturing environment, we are committed to quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.

The Opportunity

The Production Associate plays an important role within the production team, supporting manufacturing operations and ensuring product quality standards are met.

This role involves operating production equipment, monitoring manufacturing conditions, maintaining cleanliness and safety standards, and supporting quality and inventory processes within a fast-paced food and natural health product manufacturing environment.

What Success Look Like

• Operate production equipment and machinery safely and efficiently.
• Accurate monitoring of production conditions and product specifications .
• Consistent adherence to quality and food safety standards.
• Proper documentation and recording of production data.
• Effective coordination of product flow and inventory management within curing rooms.
• Clean and organized production workspace aligned with company standards.

Responsibilities:

Production Equipment Operation

• Set up and operate single-function and multi-function machines used in natural health product manufacturing.
• Adjust equipment settings according to formulation standards and company operating procedures.
• Monitor production conditions and adjust machinery based on recipes and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Respond to alarms or equipment malfunctions and operate emergency shut-off procedures when required.

Quality Monitoring & Production Support

• Observe finished products to verify size, shape, and overall quality standards.
• Record production data accurately and maintain required documentation.
• Assist Quality team with testing activities such as moisture testing when required.

Inventory & Product Flow

• Manage curing room inventory and complete regular inventory counts.
• Support product movement in and out of curing rooms, following FIFO (First In, First Out) practices.
• Pre-stage approved product for packaging based on production schedules.

Sanitation & Food Safety

• Sanitize machinery and materials at the end of each shift.
• Maintain production workspaces in accordance with company cleanliness standards.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety protocols.

Equipment & Process Support

• Manage programming of drying chambers as required.
• Assist with general production tasks and operational support as needed.

Qualifications:

Experience & Education

• High school graduation or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience in food manufacturing, nutraceuticals, or gummy production considered a strong asset.

Technical Skills

• Ability to understand and follow safety procedures and food production operating standards.
• Basic math skills and ability to read instructions and recipes.
• English reading and writing proficiency required.
• Knowledge of quality assurance practices considered an asset.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Stand or walk for an extended period on a hard surface.
• Reach, kneel, or crouch.
• Lift objects weighing up to 25 lbs. repetitively.
• Lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work shift work in a 24/7 production environment.
• Be present in manufacturing environment which can be noisy, hot, cold and require PPE.
• Shift Hours are 5am - 5pm, or 5pm - 5am

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as needed to meet business, operational, quality, safety, or regulatory requirements.

Our Commitment to Inclusive Hiring

We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process upon request.