Full-Time Plant Job Details Description BestCo Inc. is a privately-held manufacturer located and operated in Mooresville, North Carolina. BestCo is known industry-wide as a leading developer and marketer of innovative, consumer health care products for retailers and marketers of OTC drug products and dietary supplements. BestCo specializes in manufacturing solid dose lozenges, soft chews, and other confectionery-based delivery forms of consumer healthcare products for both private label and contract manufacturing partners.  BestCo combines nearly a century’s worth of confectionery experience with emerging consumer healthcare insights to create unique products for our customers.  BestCo strives to be a pioneer and innovator in the field of confectionery delivery forms of OTC drugs and dietary supplements. Check out our website at www.bestco.com or our social media pages on LinkedIn and Facebook. BestCo is currently searching for a Uniplast Operator - 12-hour Night Shift to join our team located in Mooresville, North Carolina. POSITION SUMMARY:  Under the direct supervision of the production supervisor, the Uniplast operator is responsible for ensuring heat and electricity is properly set, clean Uniplast and die, change products on the run, and ensure that the machine is kept lubricated at all times. Must follow all cGMP practices and keep area neat and clean at all times. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Ensure heat and electricity is active and properly set. Start batch rollers, sizing rollers, set temperatures and roller settings, load die and set During operation check product piece size, weight, shape every 15 minutes and complete control sheets Ensure correct cleaning of Uniplast and die after product run Change products on the batch run Operate within tolerance specified in the recipes Ensure machine is kept lubricated at all times Follow BestCo’s LOTO Policy and procedures to ensure that machines or equipment are isolated from all potentially hazardous energy before performing cleaning, service or maintenance activities where they may be an unexpected energization, start-up, or release of stored energy. Responsible for hygiene and housekeeping of machine and surrounding areas Responsible for the quality of the shape and form of the product Control the cooler temperature and vibration Cross train on continuous cooker so as to relieve operator Wash down/close down operator KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to complete all required documentation (includes, but is not limited to, batch records, log books, notebooks, raw data (charts, graphs, scans, etc.), validation protocols, labels and cGMP-related forms). Versatility/flexibility High level of dexterity Mechanical aptitude Self-starter Ability to adapt to high temperature environment Frequent heavy lifting 50 to 70 lbs. Self-motivation Ability to make quick decisions/react accordingly Hygiene oriented/quality conscious Good team worker REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum of High School Diploma or GED At least 3 months of machine operator experience at BestCo or a minimum of 1 year of experience as a machine operator outside of BestCo  Willing and able to clean and sanitize machines Must be open to work any shift that is necessary depending on the business needs Move/lift 50 pounds on your own with or without reasonable accommodations Able to stand for long periods of time Basic computer knowledge (must be able to log on and complete required cGMP SOP training and email) PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: More than 1 year of manufacturing experience or machine operator experience Prior experience in a cGMP environment NC Manufacturing Institute graduate NO OUTSIDE RECRUITING AGENCIES" BestCo offers competitive wages in addition to a comprehensive benefits package including a 401(k) with company match. Qualifications Behaviors Preferred Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject Team Player: Works well as a member of a group Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well Motivations Preferred Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals Education Required High Schoolor better in or better in or related field