Job Description

Summary

The role is responsible for operating and maintaining the gummy coating machine to ensure consistent, high-quality finish on all gummy products. This position sits within Production and is critical to achieving throughput, product quality, and compliance standards in a regulated supplement manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Machine Operation and Process Execution

Operate, set up, and shut down the gummy coating machine according to established SOPs. Measure, mix, and load coating materials (oil, wax, sugar, sour blend, etc.) in accurate ratios. Monitor coating parameters including drum speed, temperature, airflow, and batch weight. Adjust machine settings in real time to maintain uniform coating coverage and prevent clumping or breakage. Complete in-process checks for coating thickness, appearance, and sensory quality.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

Follow cGMP, HACCP, and internal production standards at all times. Document batch records, coating parameters, deviations, and material usage accurately. Coordinate with QA when issues arise, including coating inconsistencies, foreign material risks, or equipment anomalies. Maintain lot traceability for all coating components.

Equipment Maintenance & Sanitation

Perform routine cleaning, sanitation, and lubrication of the coating machine. Troubleshoot and resolve minor mechanical or process issues during production. Escalate major mechanical concerns to Maintenance or Production Lead. Ensure the machine and surrounding area meet sanitation standards before each run.

Production Support

Work with the Production Lead to plan daily coating batches and meet production schedules. Assist with weighing, staging, and transferring batches. Support continuous improvement initiatives related to throughput, yield, and coating quality.

Qualifications

Required

1-2 years of experience in food, supplement, or confectionery production

is preferred.

Experience operating coating, panning, or similar food processing equipment. Ability to follow SOPs, measure accurately, and maintain records. Strong attention to detail and mechanical aptitude. Ability to lift 25-50 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Preferred

Experience with gummy or soft candy coating operations. Knowledge of cGMP, HACCP, NSF, or Health Canada regulations. Prior experience in a supplement manufacturing facility.

Competencies

Process discipline and consistency Time management under production deadlines Strong communication with QA and Production Problem-solving and root-cause thinking Reliability and accountability in a regulated environment

Working Conditions

Full-time, on-site role in a food-grade production facility. Requires PPE and adherence to cleanliness protocols. Fast-paced environment with repetitive tasks and strict quality expectations.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00-$22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Work Location: In person