Sizing Inspector

Nordic Naturals
Vista, CA

Who this role is best for

Geared toward detail-oriented individuals comfortable with visual inspection and equipment maintenance in a climate-controlled manufacturing environment. Candidates with prior experience in production or manufacturing settings and a proactive attitude toward process adherence may find this role a natural fit.

Best fit for

  • Detail-oriented individuals with prior manufacturing experience and a proactive attitude toward process adherence
    — “Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy in inspection and documentation processes.”
  • Candidates who are physically capable of performing repetitive tasks and can work in a climate-controlled setting
    — “Works in a climate-controlled environment.”
  • People who can interpret and follow SOPs and GMPs strictly and are comfortable with hands-on equipment work
    — “Ability to understand, interpret, and strictly follow company SOPs and GMP guidelines.”

Things to consider

  • The role may require frequent standing, walking, and reaching, which could impact physical comfort.
    — “Stand O (Occasionally) Walk O (Occasionally) Reach Outward O (Occasionally)”
  • Candidates must be able to lift and carry objects up to 20 lbs occasionally, which is a physical requirement.
    — “21-50 lbs O (Occasionally)”

How to stand out

  • Highlight prior experience in visual inspection and equipment operation in your resume and interview responses.
    — “Experience performing visual inspection of finished goods or in-process materials to identify defects.”
  • Demonstrate your ability to report deviations and safety hazards promptly and effectively.
    — “Reports any deviation in process to Supervisor, Manager or QA.”
  • Include any mechanical or equipment-related experience in your resume to align with the job's requirements.
    — “Some mechanical experience is preferred.”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · LowAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Individual

Derived from job-description analysis by Serendipath's career intelligence engine.

What success looks like

  • accurate product inspection
  • efficient equipment operation
  • timely sanitation control
Typical background
manufacturing experiencequality control roles

Skills & requirements

Required

Visual InspectionEquipment OperationQuality ControlGMP ComplianceSOP AdherenceBasic Math Skills

Preferred

Mechanical ExperienceProblem-solving

Stack & domain

Visual InspectionAssemblyDisassemblyCleaningInspection EquipmentPolishingSortingWeighingMBRSopsGMPIntermediate Math SkillsPositive AttitudeInnovativeDetail OrientedEnthusiasticFriendlyInitiativeOrganizedReliable

About the role

Original posting from Nordic Naturals via Greenhouse

POSITION SUMMARY

Operates, assembles/ disassembles and cleans all sizing, tumble dryer, and other related equipment. Inspects finished product and/or dosages for any defects, as noted in MBR. Assists in sanitation control checks safety hazards. Receives supervision from Softgel Manufacturing Production Department Supervisor.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Essential Function Statement(s)

Visually inspect softgels and remove unacceptable softgels.

Operates sizing / polishing / drying equipment/ etc.

Clean, assemble and disassemble inspection equipment and ancillary equipment such as polishers and sorters.

Follows instructions on MBR to inspect and sort products within company and customer specifications.

Performs the proper set up and preparation work for the inspection/ sizing/ drying area.

Reports any deviation in process to Supervisor, Manager or QA.

Follows all company SOP’s and GMP’s.

Weighs finished product as required by MBR.

Fills out MBR and completes proper reconciliations as necessary.

Cleans trays with alcohol / water solution

Reports any Safety hazard to Supervisor or Maintenance.

Performs any other duties assigned by Supervisor or Manager.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS 

Competency Statement(s) 

Positive – Ability to view all situations with a positive attitude. 

Innovative – Ability to look beyond the standard solutions and “think outside the box”.

Detail Oriented – Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.

Enthusiastic – Ability to bring energy to the performance of a task.

Friendly – Ability to exhibit a cheerful demeanor toward others.

Initiative – Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal.

Organized – Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.

Reliability – The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.

SKILLS & ABILITIES 

Education: 

High School Diploma or GED

Experience: 

Six months or more related experience in a manufacturing or production environment preferred.

Experience performing visual inspection of finished goods or in-process materials to identify defects, inconsistencies, or quality issues.

Physically able to lift, bend, stoop, climb, and reach.

Some mechanical experience is preferred.

Ability to read and write English.

Ability to understand, interpret, and strictly follow company SOPs and GMP guidelines.

Intermediate math skills (multiplication, division, conversions, and understanding weights and measures).

Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy in inspection and documentation processes.

Computer Skills: 

N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Demands 

Lift/Carry 

*Not included in old Job Description Template*

Stand 

O (Occasionally) 

Walk 

O (Occasionally) 

Sit 

F (Frequently) 

Handling / Fingering 

F (Frequently) 

Reach Outward 

O (Occasionally) 

Reach Above Shoulder 

O (Occasionally) 

Climb 

N (Not Applicable) 

Crawl 

N (Not Applicable) 

Squat or Kneel 

O (Occasionally) 

Bend 

O (Occasionally) 

10 lbs or less 

O (Occasionally) 

11-20 lbs 

O (Occasionally) 

21-50 lbs 

O (Occasionally) 

51-100 lbs 

N (Not Applicable) 

Over 100 lbs 

N (Not Applicable) 

Push/Pull 

12 lbs or less 

O (Occasionally) 

13-25 lbs 

O (Occasionally) 

26-40 lbs 

O (Occasionally)

41-100 lbs 

N (Not Applicable) 

N (Not Applicable) 

Activity is not applicable to this occupation. 

O (Occasionally) 

Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day) 

F (Frequently) 

Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day) 

C (Constantly) 

Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day) 

Other Physical Requirements 

Vision (Near, Distance) 

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

Works in a climate-controlled environment.  

Source: Nordic Naturals careers (Greenhouse)

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