Machine Operator 3 - Gummy

Founded in 1984, Best Formulations LLC, a diversified nutraceutical and personal care company headquartered in City of Industry, California, is a contract manufacturer of thousands of branded SKUs, including high quality nutritional supplements including softgels, tablets, capsules, powders, teas, dietary supplements, and vegetarian softgels.

About the role:

This is an overnight shift position. 

A Machine Operator Gummy III is responsible for the production operations within the department; troubleshoots problems on the production line, ensures all documentation is completed correctly and communicates with production management to strive for zero machines downtime.

How will you contribute:

• Support and assist setup activities and startup of the manufacturing process.
• Perform/Assist in the process of cooking, dosing, depositing, and post-processing of gummy products.
• Ensure all documentation including batch records, logbooks, and other official batch related documentation has been completed on-time, and accurately.
• Examine and evaluate the product to determine consistent quality in texture, shape, color and flavor.
• Monitor and control process parameters, assuring that all variables are within specification set ranges.
• Responsible for large-scale manufacturing batches of gummy products and/or other nutraceutical products.
• Perform quality control checks throughout the manufacturing process.
• Keep account of all inventory to ensure all raw ingredients are available for use.
• Feed and maintain raw ingredients into hoppers, mix tanks, or other manufacturing equipment.
• Perform pre-weighing, batching, curing, and bulk packaging of manufactured products.
• Support all assigned personnel. Assure that assignments are completed within schedules and according to SOPs and cGMP’s.
• Ensures daily communication between shift leads and supervisors during shift transitions.
• Assist with the cleaning, sanitation, and housekeeping organization.
• Follows established department SOP's, cGMP regulations, and batch record instructions.
• Maintains a safe work environment and operates in a safe manner.
• Perform other job duties related to the job, as assigned by management.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent GED Certificate.
• Minimum two (2) years of work experience in a fast-paced GMP/FDA regulated environment or relatable industry; or progressive advancement from Gummy Machine Operator II level.
• 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 for this work environment is typically low to moderate. Some work areas require hearing protection for an 8-hour work day.
• Required to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods of time during the course of work shift.
• Routinely required to stoop, bend, kneel, lift, reach, pull, push and tilt object in the performance of job function.
• Work environment may involve exposure to allergens such as Soy, Wheat, Fish, Shell Fish, Milk, Egg, Tree nuts, and Sesame.

What Best Formulations can offer you:

• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Pet Insurance
• Health & Wellness programs
• PTO – Paid Time Off

More about us:

As a valued strategic partner, Best Formulations offers a comprehensive program of services, turnkey solutions, and client support that is unmatched in the industry. Our product development team can provide customized, proprietary formulations designed specifically to meet the needs of our customers and their method of distribution. Our vertically integrated manufacturing and packaging process allows us to schedule flexible production runs to respond quickly to shifting market demands. Every step of the way, we are committed to your growth and success!

"To develop and strengthen mutually beneficial relationships with our employees, customers, and business partners by providing the highest quality products and the Best customer service. Together We Grow!"

This position is currently classified as on-site.

Base Hourly Range: $18.00 - $22.00, based on candidate professional experience level. Employees are eligible to participate in Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k), Holidays, Vacation, Tuition Reimbursement Program.

The final salary offered for this position may take into account a number of factors including, but not limited to, location, skills, education, and experience.

In accordance with the CO Equal Pay Act, Colorado Applicants Are Not Permitted to Apply.

The Company reserves the right to modify, update, change and/or make corrections to this job description, at the sole discretion of senior management, at any time during the employee’s employment term, at the sole discretion of management.

EEO Statement

Best Formulations 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. Best Formulations will work with applicants to meet accommodation needs that are made known to Best Formulations in advance.

**Please no external recruiters**