Packaging Operator

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. 

Position Summary

The Packaging Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently packaging gummy vitamin products using advanced packaging equipment. This role follows safety standards, current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), customer requirements, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Through hands-on learning and ongoing development, the Packaging Operator builds skills, expands capabilities, and prepares to take on additional responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Learn and perform tasks associated with the safe operation and maintenance of manufacturing and warehouse equipment, based on assigned processes and materials.
• Monitor equipment parameters, including meters, gauges, valves, flow ratios, temperatures, pressures, and related controls, to ensure compliance with operational and quality specifications.
• Troubleshoot common equipment issues and make adjustments with guidance.
• Use daily production information, including Managing for Daily Improvement (MDI) boards and electronic platforms, to support operations.
• Follow cGMP standards, complete required paperwork using good documentation practices, and perform quality control checks.
• Promptly escalate safety concerns, quality or compliance issues, and equipment problems. Communicate support needs as necessary.
• Participate in required housekeeping (5S), cleaning, and sanitation activities.
• Operate material handling equipment, including electric hand trucks, walk-along pallet lifts, hoists, and other equipment as needed.
• Support equipment changeovers, setup, and startup activities, including cleaning and inspecting parts, reviewing checklists, and assisting within the assigned functional area.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience required.
• One to three years of related machine operator experience required.

Knowledge, Skills & Competencies

• Ability to work effectively with others in a diverse team environment.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing or warehouse processes, or a combination of relevant skills, knowledge, and demonstrated ability to learn.
• Ability to follow safety procedures, operating instructions, and quality requirements.
• Basic troubleshooting skills and a willingness to develop equipment knowledge.
• Clear communication skills to report concerns and coordinate support.

Physical & Work Requirements

This role operates in a manufacturing, warehouse, or production environment and requires frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, climbing, and repetitive motion throughout the shift.

Employees may be required to operate machinery or powered equipment, wear personal protective equipment (PPE), and work around moving equipment and manufacturing materials in environments with varying temperatures and noise levels. The role may require lifting or moving materials weighing up to 25–50 pounds.

Overtime, shift work, weekends, or extended schedules may be required based on business needs.

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: $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 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 [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.

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.

JOB ALERT FRAUD:

We have become aware of scams from individuals, organizations, and internet sites claiming to represent Pharmavite in recruitment activities in return for disclosing financial information.

Our hiring process does not include text-based conversations or interviews and never requires payment or fees from job applicants. All of our career opportunities are regularly published and updated on Pharmavite.com’s Careers section.

If you have already provided your personal information, please report it to your local authorities. Any fraudulent activity should be reported to: [email protected].

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.