Machine Operator Jobs in Columbus, GA (NOW HIRING)

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.

Shift 7

Responsible for the setup, operation, monitoring, and adjustment of complex vision inspection equipment to ensure the production of quality vitamin tablets.

Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoots and adjusts the vision inspection machine and other equipment as required.

• Supplies tablets/capsules to the inspection belt equipment by bending and scooping from a container, lifting and dumping into a hopper above head level, or using a lift-truck/hoist system, ensuring a constant supply of product to the belt.

• Visually inspects tablets/capsules and removes any defective product through the use of automated equipment or visual inspection techniques.

• Applies Manufacturing Execution System (MES) to charge and yield products.

• Weighs the inspected product to ensure the correct weight is in the container.

• Disassembles, cleans, and reassembles precision tooling, small parts, and equipment on the inspection machines.

• Performs setup of machines by following a computerized recipe, installing the correct parts, and making the proper settings to cameras, lighting units, and other adjustments.

• Performs setup of other ancillary equipment, including de-dusting machines and vibratory feeders.

• Uses a computerized interface to select recipes, operate, and adjust machines.

• Checks and maintains hardness checks on soft gel capsules.

• Lifts/carries containers, parts, or capsules weighing up to 30 pounds regularly and pushes and pulls material on wheels or with pallet jacks up to 400 pounds.

• Monitors the operation and makes fine adjustments to the machine to ensure optimum throughput and ensure the right balance of acceptable product.

• Maintains routine documentation such as batch reports, downtime reports, etc.

• Operates scales and barcode equipment to label completed tablet bulk bags.

• Performs all duties in compliance with safety rules, standard operating procedures, and good manufacturing practices.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education:

• Requires a high school diploma or GED or 5 years of equivalent work history.

Experience:

• Requires 3 months of manufacturing experience. Prior experience as a production machine operator, utility worker, or similar work is preferred. A working knowledge of inspection operations, typically resulting from experience using manual inspection equipment, is preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Manual dexterity to manipulate controls on inspection and testing equipment.

• Ability to read and communicate in English sufficiently well to understand operating procedures, good manufacturing practices, and batch records; communicate with supervisors and others; and maintain routine records.

Physical Requirements:

• Constant bending and scooping of large quantities of tablets from the container and dumping them into the hopper above head level. Manual dexterity to manipulate equipment controls and remove defective tablets.

• Stand/walk for the full shift, with little/no flexibility to move from their stations unless relieved by others. Perform repetitive job duties for long periods of time. Intermittently lift loads of up to 35 pounds. Pulls/pushes large containers of product and uses hand dollies or pallet jacks as necessary.

Environment:

• Constant exposure to noise levels loud enough to require employees to wear earplugs. Warm temperature levels, fumes, vibration, dust, etc., sufficient to cause minor discomfort. The employee shall wear protective eyewear, a hair net, uniforms, gloves, safety shoes, and, at times, a dust mask.

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 $37,000.00 - $60,000.00.

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.

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. Weprohibit 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. Pharmaviterecruits, hires, employs, trains, promotes, and compensatesindividuals 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.

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.

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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.