Sizing Inspector

Nordic Naturals; Vista (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Nordic Naturals in Vista, California is seeking a manufacturing associate to visually inspect softgels, operate inspection and drying equipment, and support the packaging line. You will follow MBR instructions, report deviations, and maintain accurate records of weights and reconciliations.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, 6+ months in manufacturing, and the ability to read/write English along with following SOPs and GMP guidelines.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Six months or more related manufacturing or production experience preferred.
• Ability to read and write English and follow SOPs/GMPs.
• Intermediate math skills and attention to weights/measures.

Responsibilities

• Visually inspect softgels and remove unacceptable ones.
• Operate sizing, polishing, and drying equipment.
• Clean, assemble and disassemble inspection equipment and ancillary equipment.
• Follow MBR instructions to inspect and sort products per specs.
• Set up and prepare inspection/sizing/drying areas.
• Report deviations to Supervisor or QA.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in work area.
• Record finished product weights and complete MBR reconciliations.
• Work in a climate-controlled production environment.

Skills

Detail oriented

English literacy

Mechanical experience

Lifting capability

Math skills

Initiative

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Operates, assembles/ disassembles and cleans all sizing, tumble dryer, and other related equipment. Inspects finished product and/or dosages for any defects, as noted in MBR. Assists in sanitation control checks safety hazards. Receives supervision from Softgel Manufacturing Production Department Supervisor.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Visually inspect softgels and remove unacceptable softgels.
• Operates sizing / polishing / drying equipment/ etc.
• Clean, assemble and disassemble inspection equipment and ancillary equipment such as polishers and sorters.
• Follows instructions on MBR to inspect and sort products within company and customer specifications.
• Performs the proper set up and preparation work for the inspection/ sizing/ drying area.
• Reports any deviation in process to Supervisor, Manager or QA.
• Follows all company SOP’s and GMP’s.
• Weighs finished product as required by MBR.
• Fills out MBR and completes proper reconciliations as necessary.
• Cleans trays with alcohol / water solution
• Reports any Safety hazard to Supervisor or Maintenance.
• Performs any other duties assigned by Supervisor or Manager.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Competency Statement(s)

• Positive – Ability to view all situations with a positive attitude.
• Innovative – Ability to look beyond the standard solutions and “think outside the box”.
• Detail Oriented – Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
• Enthusiastic – Ability to bring energy to the performance of a task.
• Friendly – Ability to exhibit a cheerful demeanor toward others.
• Initiative – Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal.
• Organized – Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
• Reliability – The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED

Experience:

• Six months or more related experience in a manufacturing or production environment preferred.
• Experience performing visual inspection of finished goods or in-process materials to identify defects, inconsistencies, or quality issues.
• Physically able to lift, bend, stoop, climb, and reach.
• Some mechanical experience is preferred.
• Ability to read and write English.
• Ability to understand, interpret, and strictly follow company SOPs and GMP guidelines.
• Intermediate math skills (multiplication, division, conversions, and understanding weights and measures).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy in inspection and documentation processes.

Computer Skills:

• N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Demands

Lift/Carry

• *Not included in old Job Description Template*
• Stand
• O (Occasionally)
• Walk
• O (Occasionally)
• Sit
• F (Frequently)
• F (Frequently)
• O (Occasionally)
• Reach Above Shoulder
• O (Occasionally)
• Climb
• N (Not Applicable)
• N (Not Applicable)
• Squat or Kneel
• O (Occasionally)
• O (Occasionally)
• 10 lbs or less
• O (Occasionally)
• 11-20 lbs
• O (Occasionally)
• 21-50 lbs
• O (Occasionally)
• 51-100 lbs
• N (Not Applicable)
• Over 100 lbs
• N (Not Applicable)

Push/Pull

• 12 lbs or less
• O (Occasionally)
• 13-25 lbs
• O (Occasionally)
• 26-40 lbs
• O (Occasionally)
• 41-100 lbs
• N (Not Applicable)

N (Not Applicable)

Activity is not applicable to this occupation.

O (Occasionally)

Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)

F (Frequently)

Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)

C (Constantly)

Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

Other Physical Requirements

• Vision (Near, Distance)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Works in a climate-controlled environment.

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