Production Worker

The Production worker is responsible for the safe and efficient manufacturing of food flavors, colors, and related products in accordance with company quality standards, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), food safety regulations, and standard operating procedures (SOPs). This role involves weighing raw materials, blending ingredients, operating production equipment, packaging finished products, and maintaining a clean and organized work environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Accurately weigh and measure raw materials according to production formulas and batch records.
• Blend, mix, and manufacture liquid and powder flavor and color products following approved procedures.
• Operate mixers, tanks, pumps, scales, filling machines, and other production equipment safely and efficiently.
• Monitor production processes to ensure product quality and consistency.
• Complete production records, batch documentation, and inventory transactions accurately.
• Inspect raw materials and finished products for quality and report any discrepancies.
• Label, package, and prepare finished products for shipment.
• Clean and sanitize equipment and production areas according to sanitation procedures.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), HACCP, food safety, and quality assurance requirements.
• Comply with all OSHA safety regulations and company safety policies.
• Assist with inventory control and material handling, including receiving and stocking raw materials.
• Work collaboratively with Quality Assurance, Warehouse, and Production teams.
• Report equipment malfunctions or safety concerns immediately.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and cross-training activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous manufacturing or food production experience preferred.
• Experience in flavor, food ingredient, beverage, or chemical manufacturing is a plus.
• Basic math skills and ability to accurately weigh materials.
• Ability to read and follow batch records, formulas, and work instructions.
• Basic computer and data entry skills are preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds regularly.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive motions for extended periods.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, and respirators when required.
• Comfortable working in environments with food-grade powders, liquids, fragrances, and varying temperatures.

Work Environment

• Food manufacturing facility.
• Exposure to food ingredients, flavorings, colors, and cleaning chemicals.
• Fast-paced production environment with strict sanitation and quality standards.
• Overtime and occasional weekend work may be required to meet production schedules.

Performance Expectations

• Produce quality products that meet customer specifications.
• Maintain production efficiency while minimizing waste.
• Follow all safety and food safety procedures.
• Maintain accurate production documentation.
• Demonstrate teamwork, professionalism, and a positive attitude.

Gold Coast Ingredients, Inc. (GCI) is a privately held, wholesale flavor and color manufacturer that has been satisfying taste since 1985. We are capable of serving all types of industries from food and beverage to nutraceutical and oral care. We work with customers to create custom formulations in a variety of forms including powder, spray-dried (encapsulated), freeze-dried, liquid, emulsion, and extracts that are compatible with any requirements.