Soft Gel Compounder (DAYS)

Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd; Opelika (AL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) match

Other wellness benefits

Job summary

Pharmavite is hiring a Production Operator (Compounder) in the United States to operate and monitor equipment for tablet and softgel manufacturing, following SOPs and safety rules.

You will handle raw materials, adjust mix, monitor temperatures, perform changeovers, and maintain logs. Forklift operations and heavy lifting are required, and weekend/12-hour shifts are expected.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of operating in a manufacturing, packaging, or shipping environment.
• Ability to read, write, and perform basic math in English.

Responsibilities

• Receives, weighs, and subdivides raw materials per procedures.
• Loads into automatic equipment and adjusts mix of ingredients.
• Monitors process temperatures and equipment performance.
• Troubleshoots equipment/process issues and resolves promptly.
• Performs product changeovers and equipment disassembly/assembly.
• Maintains logs and enters data in the computer.

Skills

Manufacturing environment knowledge

English literacy

Forklift operation

Education

High School diploma / GED

Tools

Forklift

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 Production Operator (Compounder) is responsible for operating, monitoring, and adjusting equipment to assist with the manufacturing of tablets and softgel vitamins, and other steps along the production line, ensuring compliance with standard operating procedures, safety rules, and good manufacturing processes. While the exact duties may vary from assigned area, including handling heavy machinery such as forklifts. The Production Operator (Compounder) reports to the Department Leader and partners with cross‑functional teams to ensure we produce quality vitamins. Critical contributions this role is counted on to deliver include:

• Receives, weighs, and subdivides raw materials in strict accordance with manufacturing procedures
• Loads into automatic equipment and makes necessary adjustments to ensure proper mix of ingredients
• Monitors process including appropriate temperatures.
• Troubleshoots any equipment/process problems and resolves as quickly as possible.
• Performs changeover from one product or batch to another
• Disassembles and cleans equipment
• Reassembles equipment for next batch
• Maintains required logs and other records accurately and completely
• Uses computer to enter data
• Operates drum lifter, forklift and/or pallet jack to transport raw materials or finished product, and scales to weigh bulk materials when necessary
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Success Factors & Qualifications

You’ll be most successful in this role if you have:

• Working knowledge in a manufacturing, packaging, or shipping environment is preferred but not required
• Ability to read, write, and perform basic math skills in English

To take on these challenges, you’ll need to have:

• High School diploma / GED or 9 years equivalency of related work experience.
• Forklift certification is required within three months in the role.
• Manual dexterity to manipulate controls, disassemble/assemble equipment using a variety of hand tools.
• Stand/walk for the majority of the shift and push/pull/lift large containers weighing up to 50 pounds with the use of electric pallet jacks or hand dollies.
• Pull/push large containers of product and use hand dollies or pallet jacks as necessary.
• Perform repetitive job duties for long periods of time.
• The ideal candidate is flexible and adaptable.
• You are collaborative and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to work a 12-hour shift and weekends.

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 $39,000.00 - $63,000.00. 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.

• Annual performance bonus
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) match
• Other wellness benefits

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.

EEO & Diversity

Pharmavite is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit 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. Pharmavite recruits, hires, employs, trains, promotes, and compensates individuals 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.

Company Culture

More than 50 years ago, our founders aimed to improve health & wellness by focusing on the basics – good nutrition and essential vitamins & minerals. Since that day, we’ve become a leader in the health and wellness industry and have earned the trust of consumers, healthcare professionals, and retailers alike. Our sole purpose then and now is to bring the gift of health to life, by helping people achieve a healthier way of living. This purpose is our passion and priority. Helping people live healthier, fulfilling lives is no simple task. Guiding us on our journey are our core beliefs. Simply put, we believe energy and vitality fuel the pursuit of happiness. We believe our world of plenty is creating a poverty of health, but good health should be within reach for all. We also believe in achieving good health through the power of complete nutrition—not quick fixes—and that you can’t have trust without truth. Culture isn't something that's easily explained, but you know it when you feel it. And at Pharmavite, we like our people to feel supported.

PRO-GROWTH

You deserve opportunities to excel and grow professionally, no matter what role you play at Pharmavite. So we offer training and development opportunities to help you pursue your goals.

FULLY DIVERSE

Everyone has a different view of the world, and we love that. Having a workplace where everyone is heard is key to good collaboration and meaningful participation.

HEALTH-MINDED

Health isn't something we deliver only to customers. Our employees and their families are on the receiving end too, through wellness programs that help us practice what we preach.