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PACKAGING OPERATOR I- 2nd Shift

Thorne Research Inc.

Thorne Research Inc.

Summerville, SC, USA
USD 19-19 / hour
Posted on Mar 12, 2025
At Thorne we make products that matter - ones that make people's lives better. Each day begins with a mission to help others discover and achieve their best health. We count on our team members to challenge and push the boundaries to make that happen. At Thorne, you’ll be joining a team of more than 750 passionate individuals committed to our cause of providing superior health solutions.

Ready to be inspired?

2nd Shift is 3:00PM-11:30PM, including Saturdays plus overtime as required to meet production needs.

Starting at $19/hour +$2.25 shift differential

For a video overview of the Packaging Operator role at Thorne, please click below:

Thorne | Packaging Operator - YouTube

A day in the life of a Packaging Operator at Thorne requires:

  • Becoming knowledgeable of the applicable provisions of the Production Department’s Standard Operation Procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
  • Remaining knowledgeable on an ongoing and timely basis as changes in the SOPs and GMPs occur.
  • Committing to the Packaging Credentialed Training program where the proper operating knowledge, skills and experience are acquired to meet the high quality of proficiency.
  • Quickly setting up all phases of the bottling/labeling equipment for smooth operation and maximum output. Ensuring all parts are secured prior to run.
  • Immediately notifying lead/supervisor of any machine problems or anomalies outside of normal operations that effect output and the well-being of the equipment or the quality of the product.
  • Having sufficient knowledge of the bottling and labeling equipment being operated to make adjustments, without supervision, within guidelines outlined in the applicable SOP and current Credentialed Training program level.
  • Verifying batch record and product descriptions are correct. Verifying that set ups are correct (capsule count, bottle fill weights, bottle size, lid, label details, etc.)

*This is a non-exempt (hourly) position.

What You Need:

  • Experience and/or Education: Minimum High school diploma or GED is required. Prior manufacturing experience preferred.
  • Physical Ability: Ability to move or lift items weighing up to 55 pounds from floor to table and from table to floor, often repetitively.
  • Prior manufacturing experience preferred
  • Ability to work overtime as required.

What We Offer:

At Thorne, we offer employees the chance to work with great people on exciting projects, with opportunity for growth. We also provide a full range of benefits for you and your eligible family members, such as:

  • Competitive compensation
  • 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
  • Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
  • Company- paid life insurance
  • 401k plan with employer matching contributions up to 4%
  • Gym membership reimbursement
  • Monthly allowance of Thorne supplements
  • Paid time off, volunteer time off and holiday leave
  • Training, professional development, and career growth opportunities
  • A safe and clean work environment

A little bit more about us:

Thorne is the leader in science-backed health and wellness solutions committed to helping individuals live healthier longer. As the top recommended clinical brand by healthcare practitioners, Thorne offers a comprehensive range of products including nutritional supplements and health tests designed to meet the unique needs of individuals at every stage of life. Founded in 1984, Thorne products are formulated with the highest-quality ingredients, supported by clinical research, and rigorously tested to ensure purity, potency, and efficacy. Thorne is the only supplement manufacturer that collaborates with Mayo Clinic on health and wellness research and content and is trusted by 47,000+ health-care professionals, thousands of professional athletes, more than 100 professional sports teams, multiple U.S. National Teams, and more than five million consumers. For more information, visit Thorne.com

Must be able to safely work with ingredients and products that are derived from possibly allergenic sources including, but not limited to, nuts, soy, dairy, fish, and shellfish.

THORNE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER


Thorne values diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, past or present military service, marital status, gender identification or expression, medical condition (including genetic characteristics) or any other protected characteristic as established by law.

Physical Demands:

  • Must be able to work an entire 8-, 10-, or 12- hour shift, when necessary, in an enclosed room
  • Must be medically qualified to work while using a half-mask respirator or a full-air respirator for up to six hours at a
    time and be able to follow Thorne Research’s Respiratory Protection Program guidelines.
  • Must be able to work in a stationary position as well as move about unassisted.
  • Must be able to safely and carefully operate and use assigned production equipment and machinery.
  • Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as circumstances arise during the course of a shift as well as climb a
    ladder unassisted.
  • Must be able to operate, activate, use, prepare, and clean production equipment, occasionally grasping with force and
    using twisting wrist movements, as well as climb a ladder unassisted.
  • Must have sufficient range of motion with arms and hands to reach overhead and to the side, often repetitively, during
    an 8-, 10-, or 12-hour shift.
  • Must be able to hear and converse with supervisors and other employees.
  • Must be able to see and read small print.
  • Must be able to ascend/descend a ladder while carrying up to 20 pounds of material.
  • Must be able to print in a legible manner.
  • Must be able to work in a moderate noise level environment.
  • Must be able to work an 8-, 10-, or 12-hourshift and overtime as assigned.
  • Must be able to move or lift items weighing up to 55 pounds from floor to table and from table to floor, often repetitively, during an 8-, 10-, or 12-hour shift

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