Operator II
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 2, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 30, 2026.
Description
About Innovative Labs
We are a leading maker of liquid dietary supplements, known for our innovation, strong R&D, and focus on quality. With our in-house team, we create custom liquid products for top wellness, nutraceutical, and food brands.
At Innovative Labs, we believe in teamwork and creativity. For over 15 years, we’ve helped brands bring new ideas to life with high-quality liquids, gels, purees, pastes, oils, and emulsions. Our modern facilities and dedicated team work together to make products that matter.
Here, you’ll grow, learn, and be part of a team that’s always improving and moving forward.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Your Work Matters: Support the Brands People Use Every Day
- Collaborate & Create: Join a team that values fresh ideas, open communication, and teamwork
- Grow Your Career: We encourage curiosity, learning, and stepping up to new challenges
- Supportive Culture: Thrive in a workplace that values your contributions and well-being
About the Job
The Operator II will be responsible to operate the filing and packaging machines in the safest and most efficient way
possible. While maintaining the highest quality. Understand and have been trained on the SOPs that are required for
this job. Provide support to the packers as needed.
What You’ll Do
- Operate HMC machines
- Pass off the Operator 11 certification and each yearly recertification there after
- Perform all RedZone production inputs for starting run, ending run. inputting scrap. and downtimes
- use RedZone to monitor OEE and performance and lead huddles
- Complete all quality and compliance checks in RedZone correctly and as scheduled, add notes and detail on
- any faded or missed checks
- Setup of the machine for different packets
- Take apart the Hibar pumps and re-assemble
- Check/replace O-rings on pumps and nozzles
- Properly setuWadjust nozzle angles and air pressure for Hibar pump
- Change out top, bottom, side seals, and die cuts
- Replace bad nozzle cylinders
- Assist Other operators as needed
- Make minor adjustments when issues occur with quality of packets, leakers, wrinkles, crooked, ,
- shoulders, off centered seals, etc
- Properly line up hot and cold top seals so they are hitting the same place on the packet
- Adjust seal pressure and dwell time
- Properly adjust gusset
- Adjust the photo eye
- Know and understand how to properly adjust the Hibar pump PLC timing channels
- Help with basic PM's of the HMC machines
- Keep HMC machine and area around it clean
- HMC Knowledge, Heavy Lifting, Maintenance, Temperature and Quality Control
- Help make boxes/cartons
- Help put boxes/cartons On pallets
- Other duties as assigned by manager
What Makes You a Great Fit
- Quality orientated and attention to detail.
- Ability to trouble shoot equipment and problems with quality of packets, leakers, wrinkles, weights, crooked and other.
- Able to communicate in English.
- Strong team player.
- Machinery operator/maintenance experience on technical equipment (4+ years)
- Quality orientated and attention to detail.
- Problem analysis and resolution.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- An ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Computer literacy.
Physical Demands
- Ability to exert up to 40 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, or pull objects (Rolls of film can weigh up to 50 pounds which must be moved onto carts and lifted onto the machines).
- Walking, standing for extended periods, and repetitive motions
- Manual dexterity
- Ability to talk and hear in a manufacturing environment
Work Environment
This role involves working in manufacturing areas where personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses with side shields and hearing protection, may be required. GMP practices are strictly enforced. The work environment consists primarily of ambient room temperatures, standard lighting, and a traditional warehouse/manufacturing setting.
The Perks of Joining Our Team
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage-plus a few weeks of paid parental leave when it matters most.
- Paid time off and holidays to help you unwind and recharge
- Real opportunities to grow your skills and make an impact as we evolve
- A collaborative team that’s adaptable, supportive, and driven to succeed together
- A 401(k) retirement plan with company contributions to help you build your future.
Ready to innovate with us?
Apply now and let’s build the future together!