Technician - Gelatin

Founded in 1984 Best Formulations LLC a diversified nutraceutical and personal care company headquartered in City of Industry California is a contract manufacturer of thousands of branded SKUs including high quality nutritional supplements including softgels tablets capsules powders teas dietary supplements and vegetarian softgels.

About the role:

As a Gelatin Technician 1 you will be responsible to weigh the necessary materials and uses the gelatin melters to produce gelatin for the Encapsulation department. The Gelatin Technician I is capable of preparing 1 out of 3 (Soft gel Vegan gel or Tapioca gel) gel masses and determines the viscosity of gelatin if applicable with the appropriate equipment.

How will you contribute:

• Prepares materials for compounding into gel mass.

• Sets-up and cleans equipment for processing operations.

• Operates reactors capable of manufacturing 1 of 3 (SG VG or TG) gel masses.
• Able to manufacture 1 of 3 (SG VG or TG) gel masses following batch record instructions.
• Performs or verifies batch record entries.
• Disposes of scrap gelatin.
• Ensures gel mass in receivers are kept at the appropriate temperature at all times.
• Clearly and promptly reports questions process and equipment problems to Supervisor.
• Ensures batch records equipment log books and other relevant records are up-to-date.
• Cleans and maintains processing rooms and equipment.
• Monitors process and equipment and makes necessary adjustments to maintain batch record specifications.
• Follows established department SOPs cGMP regulations and batch record instructions.
• Complies with all Company policies and procedures including safety rules and regulations.
• Maintains a safe work environment and operates in a safe manner.
• Performs related duties as assigned by Management.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent GED Certificate.
• Minimum 6-months experience in an FDA regulated industry
• Any combination of experience education and training that provides the level of knowledge skills and experience needed to successfully perform the job.

Work Environment:

• Noise level for this work environment is typically moderate to high. Some work areas require hearing protection for an 8-hour work day.
• Required to stand walk and sit for extended periods of time during the course of work shift.
• Routinely required to stoop bend kneel lift reach pull push and tilt object in the performance of job function.
• Requires the essential use of hands speech eyesight and hearing.
• Lifting limitations for this position: 40-50 lbs. May have to manipulate heavier containers.
• Periods of odoriferous environment.
• Work may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements such as extreme temperatures dirt dust fumes unpleasant odors and/or loud noises. Personal Protective Equipment provided as necessary.
• Work environment may involve exposure to chemicals solutions detergents or solvents that require following extensive safety precautions and may include the use of personal protective equipment.
• Work environment may involve exposure to allergens such as Soy Wheat Fish Shell Fish Milk Egg Tree nuts and Sesame.

What Best Formulations can offer you:

• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Pet Insurance
• Health & Wellness programs
• PTO Paid Time Off

More about us:

As a valued strategic partner Best Formulations offers a comprehensive program of services turnkey solutions and client support that is unmatched in the industry. Our product development team can provide customized proprietary formulations designed specifically to meet the needs of our customers and their method of distribution. Our vertically integrated manufacturing and packaging process allows us to schedule flexible production runs to respond quickly to shifting market demands. Every step of the way we are committed to your growth and success!

To develop and strengthen mutually beneficial relationships with our employees customers and business partners by providing the highest quality products and the Best customer service.Together We Grow!

This position is currently classified as on-site.

Base Hourly Range: $16.50 - $19.00 based on candidate professional experience level. Employees are eligible to participate in Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance 401(k) Holidays Vacation Tuition Reimbursement Program.

The final salary offered for this position may take into account a number of factors including but not limited to location skills education and experience.

In accordance with the CO Equal Pay Act Colorado Applicants Are Not Permitted to Apply.

The Company reserves the right to modify update change and/or make corrections to this job description at the sole discretion of senior management at any time during the employees employment term at the sole discretion of management.

EEO Statement

Best Formulations is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse workforce and providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process as required under its Employment Accommodation Policy. Best Formulations will work with applicants to meet accommodation needs that are made known to Best Formulations in advance.

**Please no external recruiters**