Production Operator - Apothecary Products, LLC

The Career - What it is::

Apothecary Products (APL) is currently seeking a skilled Production Operator to join our team! Manufacturing and packaging pharmacy supply and consumer wellness products, in this role you will be cross-trained to operate a variety of automated equipment at our manufacturing/distribution headquarters in Burnsville, Minnesota. If you're an experienced machine operator seeking a stable schedule, a clean workspace, and the chance to contribute meaningfully to the creation of impactful products, we’d love to hear from you!

 

 

 

The Opportunity:

• Responsible for equipment set up and operation
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions to minimize downtime
• Accurately read and follow operating procedures to ensure our products meet quality standards
• Take initiative and proactively keep processes and tasks moving by understanding and referencing the production schedules
• Accountable for completion of work order documentation to track equipment performance and product quality
• Identify, inspect, and report product defects based upon quality checklist standards
• Prepare products for shipment
• Perform basic preventative maintenance activities
• Keep the production area clean and organized
• At times, may take an active role in training new operators
• At times, may take an active role in process improvement projects
• Follow and adhere to all APL policies and procedures while promoting a safe working environment
• May perform assembly and hand pack duties according to customer specification sheets
• Other duties beneficial to the success of APL

A complete job description can be found here.

Qualifications + Experience::

We seek applicants with these critical skills and experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 3+ years in manufacturing environment operating equipment with increasing responsibility or machine operation complexity
• Value safety in the workplace through actions and words
• Ability to mentor/train others successfully on equipment
• Must be skilled in ability to setup/change over equipment in a safe and timely manner
• Working knowledge to troubleshoot basic to advanced problems with machinery
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the role including but not limited to standing/walking duration of shift, infrequent lifting up 40 lbs.; infrequent up to 75 lbs.
• Have a positive attitude, demonstrates reliable attendance and strong work ethic
• Be a quick learner and team member others want to work alongside
• Must be available and open to the idea of cross training + learning
• Ability to learn quickly and follow standard operating procedures and quality standards
• Demonstrated English language proficiency to meet requirements of the role for writing, reading, speaking, and listening
• Willingness to work overtime as needed and be able to work well under the pressure of deadlines.
• Ability to work with a diverse team
• Verified personal and professional values aligning with the company (Winning, Excellence, Collaboration, Accountability, and Each Other - WE CARE)
• Successfully exhibits the company’s core competencies (Business Know-How, Solutions Minded, One APL, Develop Self and Others, and Agility)

The Company - Why APL::

Founded in 1975, Apothecary Products, LLC is a consumer products company focused on making life better for our consumers and the people that they care for. We are the #1 supplier of medication management products in North America with over 70% market share of the category including pill organizers, cutters, and crushers. We have innovative and growing brands including Ezy Dose®, Bamboobies®, and Flents®. We've also have an award-winning work culture grounded by our WE CARE corporate values system. This is a key contributor to ensuring we have a lot of fun each work day and are a high-performing work team.

 

 

The Rewards - What We Offer:

The rewards we provide recognize and retain collaborative, results-oriented, strong contributors.  We strive to create opportunities for your career growth and financial success – all while being an agile employer committed to open communication. You will receive personalized orientation from talented team members, who are collaborative, results-oriented, strong contributors. In addition to competitive pay, you will also enjoy:

• Day Shift: 7am - 3:30pm Monday - Friday with infrequent overtime
• Great pay paid every other week
• Financial incentive program for all positions
• Insurances: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, Legal, Identity Theft and Pet Healthcare
• Financial wellness benefits: education reimbursement, 401k plan with company contribution
• Work/life blend: 3 weeks PTO, 10 company holidays, paid Volunteer Time Off, Caregiver Leave and PTO Sharing
• Wellness focus: incentivized wellbeing challenges, YMCA corporate partnership, mental health support, and multiple onsite “Quiet Rooms"
• Community giveback opportunities supporting local and national charities
• Fun work environment: casual dress every day of the week, food trucks all summer, and many team wellness activities! We also are climate-controlled, have a brand new employee breakroom and free espresso machine!

Interested?:

Visit www.apothecaryproducts.com for more information and to apply today! Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply. We also encourage applications from candidates committed to multicultural understanding and the enrichment of our diverse community.

 

To provide a safe and secure work environment, APL conducts a criminal background check on all new hires.

 

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