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 sponsorship, including I-983 participation.
Position Summary:
Prepares and evaluates bench-top prototypes, feasibility pilot samples, and/or scale-up batches based on written or oral instructions and procedures from formulators or other superiors. Works under minimal supervision and performs a variety of physical testing, equipment set-up, operation, and cleaning, and formulation support.
Responsibilities:
- Conducts physical testing, such as but not limited to water activity, texture analysis, viscosity, particle size distribution, flowability, disintegration, and density, and reports results.
- Independently runs all tablet, softgel, and two-piece encapsulation equipment and other related equipment to complete complex project assignments.
- Records data and archives records data per the current SOP or JI.
- Trains other technical personnel as needed.
- Monitors and supports pilot and full batch manufacturing trials with minimal supervision.
- Updates raw materials specifications and physical testing procedures as needed.
- Sets up, operates, and cleans tablet presses, softgel encapsulation machines, two-piece encapsulation machines, and other lab equipment.
- Supports formulators in conducting bench-tops and pilot plant runs.
- Obtains raw materials from other facilities (Opelika, San Fernando, VALW) for benchtop and pilot work.
- Logs in inventories of new and existing raw materials and supplies.
- Files reports, specifications, and other documents as needed.
- Supports the maintenance of pilot plant equipment by working with the maintenance team to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment issues. Also contacts outside vendors to order parts or services when needed.
- Follows cGMPs and SOPs completely and correctly to meet industry and established department standards.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education:
- Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. Some college courses preferred.
Certification:
- None.
Experience:
- Requires five to seven years of experience in manufacturing (tableting, soft gel, and/or two-piece encapsulation) and/or in a pilot plant or lab environment.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Demonstrated ability to work independently.
- Ability to simultaneously work on multiple projects.
- Good time management skills so assignments are completed on time.
- Basic arithmetic skills are required to calculate averages, percentages, and process times.
- Basic computer skills, including data entry, word processing, and spreadsheets (Microsoft suite).
- Good oral and written communication skills to be able to follow verbal and written procedures, maintain routine numerical records, and communicate clearly and concisely.
- Understanding of formulation functionality for excipients and active ingredients.
Physical Requirements:
- Manufacturing/pilot plant/lab and general office environment. Ability to frequently walk between manufacturing, pilot plant, lab, and office areas.
- Attention to details at frequent intervals, some eye strain. Somewhat tedious.
- Routine manipulation skills, walking, standing, lifting, and exposure to minor irritants. Able to intermittently lift 25–50 pounds.
Environment:
- Exposure to disagreeable elements is negligible, with frequent work in pilot and manufacturing facilities.
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.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- None.
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.
National Target Base Pay Range: $45,000.00 - $73,000.00.
The salary range for this position is based on national standards. For candidates in California and the New York metro, the Target Base Pay Range is $51,000.00 - $81,000.00, to reflect the cost of living and market conditions in those areas.
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, 401K 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 [email protected].
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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