Job Description

Job Summary

The Manufacturing Technician supports daily production of dietary supplement products, including equipment operation, process monitoring, and quality assurance under cGMP guidelines. You will troubleshoot equipment and process issues, perform routine cleaning and changeovers, assist with batch record documentation, and uphold safety, sanitation, and regulatory requirements specific to dietary supplements.

Responsibilities

• Support daily production runs: monitor equipment, assist with setup/changeovers, and ensure production targets are met while adhering to quality and safety standards for dietary supplements.
• Operate and troubleshoot processing equipment as assigned; perform routine cleaning, calibration checks, adjustments, and basic preventive maintenance to maintain optimum performance.
• Verify product quality and process parameters; document observations, deviations, and corrective actions in compliance with batch records and SOPs.
• Follow batch records, SOPs, sanitation procedures, and line clearance; ensure proper material reconciliation and traceability of all finished products.
• Maintain accurate production documentation, including lot codes, run times, temperatures, humidity (if applicable), and changeover records.
• Ensure proper labeling, packaging integrity, and traceability of finished goods; confirm correct lot codes and expiration dating where applicable.
• Support cGMP compliance and safety programs; promote a clean and safe work environment; report any food-safety or product-safety concerns.
• Monitor line performance metrics (OEE, yield, scrap, downtime, changeover times) and implement improvements to optimize throughput while maintaining quality.
• Coordinate with QA, Quality Systems, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and Production Planning to resolve issues and optimize throughput within regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives (kaizen, lean) to reduce downtime, optimize changeovers, and minimize waste.
• Participate in safety briefings, risk assessments, and incident investigations; support corrective actions and preventive actions (CAPA) as needed.
• Assist with training of new technicians and operators on equipment operation, standard work, and quality requirements.
• Maintain inventory accuracy for packaging materials, labels, raw materials, and finished goods.

Skills/Qualification

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent; technical diploma or associate degree in manufacturing, packaging, food science, or related field preferred.
• Experience: 2–5 years in food packaging operations or manufacturing; supervisory or team-leading experience preferred.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of food packaging processes, labeling, serialization/traceability, allergen controls, and line clearance procedures; familiarity with GMP, HACCP, SQF/ISO 22000 or other food safety standards.
• Technical: Proficiency with packaging equipment (cartoners, case packers, printers/labelers, shrink wrap); basic PLC/SCADA understanding is a plus.
• Quality & Compliance: Excellent attention to detail; ability to interpret SOPs, batch records, allergen controls, and quality specifications.
• Problem Solving: Effective root-cause analysis and troubleshooting skills; able to identify food safety risks and implement mitigations.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication; ability to coach and mentor teammates; clear documentation of deviations and corrective actions.
• Safety: Commitment to a safe work environment; knowledge of and adherence to safety protocols; forklift certification often preferred.
• Math / Numeracy: Proficient in basic arithmetic (addition, subtraction) and comfortable performing simple calculations for batch yields, ingredient weights, batch scaling, and ingredient-to-batch conversions; ability to work with decimals and percentages accurately.

Desired Skills/Qualification

• HACCP Certification or Food Safety Certification
• SQF/ISO 22000 awareness or certification
• OSHA/Safety training
• Allergen Control training
• Forklift certification

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods; ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs as required by packaging operations.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with noise, varying temperatures, and exposure to cleaning chemicals and food ingredients.
• Occasional bending, kneeling, and reaching; ability to operate hand tools and light machinery.

Pay: $20-$25 per hour

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