Kitchen Helper Jobs in Columbus, GA (NOW HIRING)

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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.
Position Summary:
Responsible for complete operation of gummy kitchen/dosing equipment and HMI controls to ensure smooth, efficient manufacturing of gummies that meet specific quality standards. Responsible for making batches of gummy vitamins per formulation and ensuring that the product meets quality and food safety guidelines.
Responsibilities:

• Ensures raw materials are correct and transferred to kitchen machinery in accordance with specific recipes, batch records, and operating procedures.
• Possesses knowledge of the sanitation and safety requirements for food processing, handling, and storage in the manufacturing of gummy products.
• Responsible for CIP operation throughout all equipment used in the process to manufacture Gummy products.
• Possesses knowledge of the methods and procedures for receiving, handling, storing, and inventorying raw materials for processing in the manufacturing of gummies.
• Operates equipment control panels/touch screen systems (HMI) to ensure efficient equipment operation, and makes real-time corrections to the process as required. Includes the cooking process, monitoring all process equipment across multiple skids of equipment.
• Visually inspects products and performs critical process control checks throughout the operation of the kitchen.
• Assists in developing efficient methods and procedures for producing products utilizing the equipment and personnel available to meet established timelines.
• Uses hand tools to adjust equipment controls and operating parts as appropriate to product.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment, electric hand trucks, little joe walkie pallet lifts, hoist, and other equipment as needed.
• Checks production schedule to determine variety and quantity of products to process.
• Troubleshoots any equipment/process problems and resolves as quickly as possible.
• Performs changeovers from one product or batch to another; disassembles equipment and cleans according to procedures; reassembles and makes ready for next batch; works with tooling/set-ups as needed. Understands the interface between the gummy kitchen operation and the mogul operation. Support mogul operation as needed.
• Conducts hourly quality checks on colors, flavors, weight, appearance, pH, BRIX, and temperatures.
• Maintains Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point standards of sanitation and safety, food preparation, storage, kitchen equipment, and physical Gummy plant.
• Lifts containers of in-process, raw, finished, or waste products and transports within department as necessary.
• Maintains required logs, reports, and other records accurately and completely. Uses a computer to enter data.
• Performs all duties in compliance with safety rules, standard operating procedures, and good manufacturing practices.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education:

• A high school diploma or its equivalent is required.

Experience:

• Working knowledge of the gummy manufacturing process, typically resulting from a minimum of one year of experience in related jobs (e.g., gummy, candy, or confectionery manufacturing) is preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Fluent English skills to read/understand written instructions and other information; to maintain routine written records, and to communicate problems effectively to supervisors.
• Accurate arithmetic skills (addition, subtraction, division) to calculate weights, fills, etc.
• Manual dexterity to manipulate controls, disassemble/assemble equipment using a variety of hand tools.
• Physical ability to stand/walk for much of the work shift, and push/pull/lift large containers weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Mechanical aptitude to troubleshoot and fix equipment malfunctions, read/understand gauges/controls/touch screen logic.
• Physical ability to discern varieties of color, weights, flavor, and general appearance of gummy product.

Physical Requirements:

• Stand/walk for most of the work shift.
• Perform repetitive job duties that require constant attention to the manufacturing process.
• Periodically push/pull containers weighing up to 500 pounds and lift containers up to 50 pounds.
• Adjusts to distractions and interruptions and handle multiple priorities simultaneously

Environment:

• Constant exposure to noise levels loud enough to require employees to wear hearing protection.
• Warm temperature levels, fumes, vibration, etc., sufficient to cause minor discomfort, oily/wet conditions.
• Employees to wear protective eyewear, hair nets, uniforms, steel-toed shoes, and gloves.

Safety:

• The incumbent must be able to perform this job safely in accordance with standard operating procedures and good manufacturing practices without endangering the health or safety of self or others.

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. Our total rewards package for this position may also include an annual performance bonus, Medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401(k) match, and 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.
Visit Pharmavite.com/careers to learn more about our mission and discover an opportunity that's right for you. Health and wellness begins with us.
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 recruiter@pharmavite.com.
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.
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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.
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DISCLOSURE:
Any misrepresentations or false statements during the application process, including regarding U.S. work authorization and/or the need for immigration sponsorship or support, may result in the rejection of candidacy or the termination of employment.