Technician - Gelatin (56879)

Best Formulations; California (MO); On-site; USD 24,590 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employee medical coverage

Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

10 paid holidays

Job summary

Best Formulations in California is seeking a full-time Gelatin Technician I to prepare materials and manufacture gel masses for the Encapsulation department. This role requires a high school diploma and 6 months of experience in an FDA-regulated industry.

The ideal candidate will follow established procedures, maintain equipment, and ensure a safe work environment. The position offers benefits including medical coverage and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of experience in an FDA-regulated industry.
• Ability to follow batch record instructions.
• Knowledge of safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials for compounding into gel mass.
• Manufacture gel masses following instructions.
• Maintain batch records and equipment log books.

Skills

Knowledge of FDA regulations

Experience in manufacturing

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

• Job Location: Radecki - City of Industry, CA 91748
• Position Type: Full Time
• Education Level: High School/GED
• Salary Range: $17.85 - $20.00 Hourly
• Job Shift: Any
• Founded 1993, Sirio is a global nutraceutical solution provider with manufacturing sites in over 50 countries.

About the Role

As a Gelatin Technician I, you will weigh necessary materials and use gelatin melters to produce gelatin for the Encapsulation department. You will prepare and manufacture one of three gel masses (Soft gel, Vegan gel, or Tapioca gel) and determine viscosity when required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares materials for compounding into gel mass.
• Sets up and cleans equipment for processing operations.
• Opens reactors capable of manufacturing one of three gel masses.
• Manufactures one of the three gel masses following batch record instructions.
• Performs or verifies batch record entries.
• Disposes of scrap gelatin.
• Ensures gel mass in receivers is kept at the appropriate temperature at all times.
• Reports questions, process and equipment issues promptly to Supervisor.
• Maintains up‑to‑date batch records, equipment log books, and related records.
• Cleans and maintains processing rooms and equipment.
• Monitors process and equipment, making necessary adjustments to maintain batch record specifications.
• Follows established department SOPs, cGMP regulations, and batch record instructions.
• Complies with all Company policies and procedures, including safety rules and regulations.
• Maintains a safe work environment and operates safely.
• Performs related duties as assigned by Management.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent GED Certificate.
• Minimum 6 months of experience in an FDA‑regulated industry.
• Any combination of experience, education, and training that provides the level of knowledge, skills, and experience needed to successfully perform the job.

Work Environment

• Noise level typically moderate to high; hearing protection may be required for an 8‑hour shift.
• Requires standing, walking, and sitting for extended periods.
• Requires stooping, bending, kneeling, lifting, reaching, pulling, pushing, and tilting objects.
• Requires the essential use of hands, speech, eyesight, and hearing.
• Lifting limits 40‑50 lbs; may manipulate heavier containers.
• Exposure to odoriferous substances, extreme temperatures, dust, fumes, unpleasant odors, and loud noises.
• Exposure to chemicals, solutions, detergents, solvents, and allergens (Soy, Wheat, Fish, Shellfish, Milk, Egg, Tree nuts, Sesame).
• Personal protective equipment provided as necessary.

Benefits

• The Company pays 100% of the premium for employee‑only medical coverage.
• Dental, Vision, Life Insurance.
• 401(k).
• 10 paid holidays.
• Paid time off.

EEO Statement

Sirio Nutrition (California) LLC is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse workforce and providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process as required under its Employment Accommodation Policy.

Please no external recruiters.