Thorne

Purity-focused nutritional supplements with scientific rigor

Encapsulation Operator

Machine & Process OperationUpdated on Nov 13

Full-timeSummerville, SC, USA$21 - $23.25 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED is required.
Prior manufacturing experience is preferred.
Ability to work overtime as required.
Ability to safely work with ingredients and products derived from potentially allergenic sources, including nuts, soy, dairy, fish, and shellfish.
Ability to work an entire 8-hour shift in an enclosed room when necessary.
Must be medically qualified to use a half-mask respirator or full-air respirator for up to six hours at a time and follow the Respiratory Protection Program guidelines.
Ability to work in a stationary position and move about unassisted.
Ability to safely operate and use assigned production equipment and machinery.
Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as needed during a shift and climb a ladder unassisted.
Ability to operate, activate, use, prepare, and clean production equipment, including occasionally grasping with force and using twisting wrist movements.
Sufficient arm and hand range of motion to reach overhead and to the side repetitively during an 8-, 10-, or 12-hour shift.
Ability to ascend and descend a ladder while carrying up to 20 pounds of material.
Ability to print legibly.
Ability to work in a moderate-noise environment.
Ability to move or lift items weighing up to 55 pounds from floor to table and table to floor, often repetitively, during an 8-hour shift.

Responsibilities

Set up, operate, and disassemble encapsulation equipment to support efficient production, cleaning, and sanitization.
Meet established production output standards and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and performance.
Monitor equipment and make adjustments within established standard operating procedures and training guidelines to maintain consistent operation and product quality.
Communicate key production and equipment information during shift changes to support a smooth handoff and minimize downtime.
Complete the Encapsulation Credentialed Training Program to develop the knowledge and skills needed to operate equipment safely, effectively, and to quality standards.
Cross-train in at least two additional production areas and support other areas as assigned by the supervisor.

Desired Qualifications

Prior manufacturing experience.

At Thorne, we work to deliver high-quality, science-backed solutions to empower individuals to take a proactive approach to their well-being. Each day begins with a mission to help others discover and achieve their best health. We count on our team members to challenge and push the boundaries to make that happen. At Thorne, you’ll be joining a team of more than 800 passionate individuals committed to our cause of providing superior health solutions at every age and life stage.

Our hourly production roles offer hands-on experience in a clean, safe, and innovative manufacturing environment with opportunities for growth and development. Whether you're mixing raw ingredients, operating machinery, or calibrating a machine ensuring products meet our strict quality standards, every team member plays a critical role in delivering trusted solutions to our customers.

Encapsulation Operator Operating Schedules:

Day Shift: 5:00am-5:30pm
Night Shift: 5:00pm-5:30am

Encapsulation Operator Responsibilities

Set up, operate, and disassemble encapsulation equipment to support efficient production, cleaning, and sanitization.
Meet established production output standards while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and performance.
Monitor equipment and make adjustments within established SOPs and training guidelines to maintain consistent operation and product quality.
Communicate key production and equipment information during shift changes to support a smooth handoff and minimize downtime. Complete the Encapsulation Credentialed Training Program to develop the knowledge and skills required to operate equipment safely, effectively, and to quality standards.
Cross-train in at least two additional production areas and support other areas as assigned by the supervisor.

Minimum High school diploma or GED is required.
Prior manufacturing experience preferred.
Ability to work overtime as required.
Must be able to safely work with ingredients and products that are derived from possibly allergenic sources including, but not limited to, nuts, soy, dairy, fish, and shellfish.

Must be able to work an entire 8 hour shift, when necessary, in an enclosed room.
Must be medically qualified to work while using a half-mask respirator or a full-air respirator for up to six hours at a time and be able to follow Thorne Research’s Respiratory Protection Program guidelines.
Must be able to work in a stationary position as well as move about unassisted.
Must be able to safely and carefully operate and use assigned production equipment and machinery.
Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as circumstances arise during the course of a shift as well as climb a ladder unassisted.
Must be able to operate, activate, use, prepare, and clean production equipment, occasionally grasping with force and using twisting wrist movements, as well as climb a ladder unassisted.
Must have sufficient range of motion with arms and hands to reach overhead and to the side, often repetitively, during an 8-, 10-, or 12-hour shift.
Must be able to ascend/descend a ladder while carrying up to 20 pounds of material.
Must be able to print in a legible manner.
Must be able to work in a moderate noise level environment.
Must be able to move or lift items weighing up to 55 pounds from floor to table and from table to floor, often repetitively, during an 8-hour shift.

About the Company

Thorne

Purity-focused nutritional supplements with scientific rigor

Thorne is a health and wellness company that makes nutritional supplements. It focuses on purity and scientific backing, testing its products to ensure quality and efficacy for consumers. Its products work by delivering carefully studied nutrients and other ingredients in supplements that people take to support their health. Thorne differentiates itself from competitors through a long history dating back to 1984, a strong emphasis on quality and scientific integrity, and rigorous quality controls. In 2023 the company was acquired by L Catterton, moved off public markets, and continues to pursue growth by expanding research and development. The overall goal is to provide reliable, high-quality supplements that people can trust to support their health and well-being.

Company size: 501-1,000
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: New York City, United States
Founded: 1984

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