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
We are a trusted partner to our customers when it comes to innovation and have one of the strongest R&D, product formulation and technical teams in the industry. We are recognized as the leader in plant-based softgel innovation and our ability to encapsulate difficult formulas. We seek out innovation across our entire business and pass that knowledge and expertise to our customers.
As an Assistant Production Manager - Softgels, they will be responsible for assisting with the management of day-to-day manufacturing and production activities of the softgel department. This role ensures that products are manufactured safely, efficiently, and on schedule while adhering to GMP, SOP, and OSHA/safety regulations and standards.
How Will You Contribute
Assist with managing a 100+ person softgel production work unit (24 hours/5 days per week) in accordance with SOPs, GMPs, quality regulations, and safety practices while promoting high standards of work performance and employee morale.
Oversee the day-to-day productivity and performance of departmental employees for the 3-shifts.
Lead, train, coach, and develop supervisors, assistant supervisors, leads, and all employees within the softgel department.
Ensure timely completion of employee-training programs as assigned or needed.
Ensure employees follow procedures as described in batch records and that batch records are completed properly and submitted to Quality promptly.
Handle work-related issues promptly to maintain harmony within and between departments.
Assist with planning and scheduling softgel production processes (machines, medicine, gelatin, and inspection) to meet required completion/end dates.
Develop and implement programs to improve staff efficiency, working abilities, and communication skills continuously.
Troubleshoot softgel formulation and quality issues, as well as mechanical and functional problems affecting the production process; execute a backup plan if a reasonable solution cannot be achieved.
Ensure maintenance and sanitation (cleanliness) of softgel production equipment and processing rooms.
Ensure that softgel machines run at optimal speeds and that machine changeover times and production downtimes are minimal.
Ensure the manufacturing of quality products meets all company standards and specifications.
Ensure acceptable production yields.
Assist Quality personnel with product quality, batch reconciliation, or GMP issues when necessary.
Schedule small pilot runs for R&D and sample purposes as needed or requested.
Perform administrative duties, including completing production reports, maintaining records, employee payroll keeping, injury/illness reports, etc.
Communicate with other department personnel, senior management, and peers, maintaining a professional, cooperative relationship with all parties involved in the performance of job duties.
Ensure inventory accuracy as it relates to production processes.
Measure and report various key performance indicators as required by the Production Manager.
Attend management-focused training sessions and departmental meetings as requested by the Production Manager.
Perform other supervisory and managerial duties as needed/requested by the Production Manager.
Supervisory Duties
Support Company policies, procedures, and work rules, ensuring that department employees comply with policies, standards, and work rules.
Assist with interviewing and selection of new hires, ensuring non-discriminatory laws and guidelines are followed.
Train and educate employees on Company policies and work rules (safety policies, work rules, and machinery safety); participate in injury/accident investigations, completing necessary reports; conduct daily safety inspections of production work areas.
Provide coaching, guidance, and training to department employees; ensure employees meet company standards and work expectations as required by job description.
Counsel and discipline employees as needed to ensure compliance with Company policies, standards, and work rules; participate in employee suspension and termination meetings.
Complete employee performance evaluation forms in a timely manner and within the time allotted by the human resources department; conduct employee performance evaluation meetings with subordinate department employees.
Set a positive example of leadership for others within the department and throughout the organization; promote a leadership style that encourages open communication, positive team-building efforts, and employee morale.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:
Bachelor Degree preferred: High School Diploma or equivalent GED certificate
Three (3) or more years of work experience in management/supervision in a manufacturing work environment.
Work Environment
May involve exposure to allergens such as Soy, Wheat, Fish, Shellfish, 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
Generous time off for vacations
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 Salary Range: $72,000 - $88,000 per year, 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 employee’s 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.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Part-time
Job function
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Industries
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