Production Associate 1st and 3rd Shift

Applied Laboratories, Inc.; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Laboratories, Inc. in Columbus, Indiana is seeking a Production Associate responsible for assembling, packaging, and inspecting products. The ideal candidate will demonstrate extreme attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions precisely, contributing to the smooth operation of manufacturing processes. Responsibilities include preparing components, operating equipment, maintaining documentation, inspecting product quality, and ensuring a clean workspace. The company values teamwork and commitment to policies. Join a family-owned business with over 40 years in health care products.

Qualifications

• Extreme attention to detail is a must for success in this role.
• Must have the ability to follow manufacturing instructions exactly.
• Being team-oriented is essential for collaboration and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Read batch records and follow manufacturing instructions.
• Prepare components for production runs.
• Ensure accurate documentation of component usage.
• Inspect finished products for specification compliance.
• Operate pallet jacks as required.
• Clean packaging equipment and maintain workspace cleanliness.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to follow instructions

Team-oriented

Commitment to company policies

Job description

Applied Laboratories, Inc. is a family‑owned company located in Columbus, Indiana. For more than 40 years, we have specialized in developing, manufacturing, and packaging over‑the‑counter health care products for customers across the U.S. and abroad. We continue to focus on our customers by providing them with quality products through continuous improvement, which has been the key to our continued success. As we grow, we strive to maintain that unique small business feel while encouraging employee training and personal growth throughout all of our teams. The pharmaceutical industry continues to expand, creating new job opportunities within our company.

Job Overview

The Production Associate is responsible for assembling, packaging, and inspecting products in accordance with batch records and manufacturing specifications. This role supports smooth production operations by preparing components, operating equipment, maintaining accurate documentation, and ensuring quality, safety, and cleanliness standards are met throughout the packaging process.

Responsibilities

• Read Batch Record and follow instructions throughout manufacturing process
• Pull components to the manufacturing line and prepare for production run when asked
• Ensure components match what is required by the batch record (item number/name matches)
• Ensure components are released for use (green tagged) and identification follows components throughout line usage including return to warehouse after use
• Call line leader/supervisor to ensure proper documentation of component usage
• Follow batch record assemble final pack out of product to specifications
• Communicate issues with line leader or maintenance to ensure equipment is running smoothly
• Appropriate documentation of line down time, scrap and output as requested by line lead
• Operate pallet jacks
• Inspect products to ensure it meets specification including proper palletization
• Line clearance including hand off of finished product to warehouse, appropriately signed
• Cleaning of packaging equipment and packaging area
• Proper PPE, cleanliness and documentation of all activities as trained
• Other tasks as assigned and trained

Qualifications

• Extreme attention to detail
• Ability to follow instructions exactly
• Team‑oriented
• Commitment to following company policies and guidelines