VitaminLab
Production Technician (Part-Time)
Description
VitaminLab
Founded in 2017, VitaminLab is an award-winning organization that has been recognized as a Top Growth Company in Canada. Our mission is to change how people take vitamins - personally. We work with patients and practitioners to create a supplement unique to the needs of the individual that can be based on blood and genetic testing or individual preferences. We bring affordable, high-quality formulas to health-minded people all over the planet. Our team is growing rapidly along with our brand and we are looking for health and growth-minded people to join us at our HQ in beautiful Victoria, BC as we expand across the globe.
About the Role:
We are seeking experienced Part-Time Production Encapsulation Technicians who have at least two years of experience in food manufacturing, Pharmacy or similar. Previous experience in a highly dextrous, high-speed production environment that requires extreme attention to detail is an asset. You have an understanding of production expectations, you adhere to strict safety, quality, and production standards, including cleaning and organizing personal workstations. When cases arise, you help troubleshoot and escalate issues to leadership. You thrive in an environment where hand speed, attention to detail, following protocol, and working efficiently are paramount.
Production Schedule:
We are hiring for a Part-Time position (up to 24 Hours/Week) in our production facility:
Day Shift: 6 am - 2:30 pm Monday - Friday
OR
Evening Shift: 3 pm - 11:30 pm Monday - Friday
OR
Weekend Shift: 7 am - 3:30 pm Saturday - Sunday
Required Qualifications:
- Detail-oriented and able to follow specific guidelines.
- Have quick hand speed and enjoy working quickly with your hands.
- Able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Able to take initiative and find better ways of doing things.
- Coachable and a quick learner.
- Bonus: understand and have employed USP/GMP procedures or worked in Pharmacy in the past.
You will learn to:
- Manufacture compounded capsules using proper sanitation techniques.
- Proficiency in compounding calculations. (You will possess basic math skills)
- Operate an encapsulation machine (manual).
- Follow appropriate cleaning protocols to ensure that each of our small-batch, unique vitamin formulas are not cross-contaminated during the production process.
- Ensure the accuracy and completeness of finished product prepared by self or others by verifying formulas, techniques, and/or performing the final check of the supplement.
Who you are:
- You care about health, quality, and keeping the customer experience top of mind
- You are innovative and passionate about continuous improvement.
- You thrive in a high-growth environment and can prioritize and sift through a list of challenges.
- You take pride in your work. Attention to detail, following protocols, and safe working practices are very important to you.
- You don’t take yourself too seriously. At VitaminLab we care deeply about what we do and how we do it, but we believe in having a laugh along the way.
Our Amazing Perks & Employee Programs:
- Paid Vacation Time
- 5 Paid Sick Days (if you need them, we have you covered)
- Extended Health and Dental Benefits (+24 hrs/wk)
- Fitness and Wellness Account
- Your Own Custom Supplement
- Team Events and Socials
- An opportunity to grow and make an impact on an amazing team!
Note: while we would love to meet every applicant, we have supplements to make! Only those candidates under consideration will be contacted; we thank you so much for your interest.
Our team handles both personal information and personal health information, which means candidates that receive and accept employment offers must undergo a background check.
Compensation
$18.00 - $19.25 per hour