Packaging Operator

Packaging Operator at Vibrant Ingredients

Founded in 1954, Vibrant Ingredients is a leading provider of natural, clean label ingredients and systems that power extraordinary food and beverage experiences. The company’s broad portfolio — including natural flavors, botanical extracts, functional nutrition, cold brew coffee, tea essences, and food protection solutions — enhances taste, texture, color, shelf life, and performance across a wide range of applications. Vibrant operates four state‑of‑the‑art facilities across the United States and works with leading brands, manufacturers, and food service operators.

With vertically integrated capabilities and a proven track record of innovation and execution, Vibrant helps customers accelerate to market without compromise.

We are a trusted partner to our customers when it comes to innovation and an industry leader in clean label ingredients; we are a true partner. We collaborate with our customers in ways that respect people and the environment. A commitment to Purely Better™ drives our innovation team to discover new, on trend solutions.

As a Packaging Operator, you are responsible for setting up equipment, running product into correct packaging materials, verifying quality checks are completed as required, and changing over equipment machinery to package finished product into Bag‑In‑Box, Bottles, Cans and Bulk.

• Follow correct packaging procedures. Operate various packaging equipment (Bag‑In‑Box, Bottle Filler, Can Line, Bulk Packaging, etc.)
• Set‑up and changeover of equipment
• Print and verify finished product labels. Label and assemble master cases
• Operate production machinery in accordance with prints and specifications
• Assist supervisor to ensure the department complies with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control (HACCP) and Safe Quality Foods (SQF)
• Work safely and ensure the department complies with all safety rules
• Ongoing utilization and monitoring of equipment and process control systems to ensure parameters are within specified operating ranges
• Perform minor mechanical and instrumentation troubleshooting; take appropriate corrective action as needed
• Complete daily batch records and enter data into databases
• Contact supervisor for guidance in the event of unplanned deviations; follow guidance and direction accordingly
• Cleaning and sterilization of equipment, instruments, materials and processing areas
• Perform housekeeping tasks as assigned per GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)
• Other duties as assigned or required

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• At least one year of related experience required
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, set priorities, and make decisions with general guidance and supervision
• Working knowledge, skills, and ability to understand, interpret and assess FDA, Food and Plant Safety, product, process and quality‑related requirements and to ensure adherence to all HACCP protocols, GMPs and SOPs
• Relevant knowledge of equipment, process and production capabilities
• Experience using ERP / MES / MRP / Shop Manufacturing Systems a plus
• Ability to work overtime, off shift, and weekends as needed
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety shoes, eye protection, hearing protection, and any additional requirements necessary for specific tasks such as cleaning and handling materials

• Repetitive lifting 50 to 60 pounds
• Climbing stairs and ladders
• Prolonged standing and walking
• Repetitive bending, twisting and kneeling
• Visual acuity to read instructions, operate machines, and inspect products
• Ability to work in high‑temperature environment
• Must be willing to obtain forklift operator certification
• Ability to tolerate prolonged heat or cold

• May involve exposure to allergens such as Soy, Wheat, Fish, Shellfish, Milk, Egg, Tree Nuts and Sesame.

• Generous time off for vacations
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Health & Wellness programs

Vibrant Ingredients, headquartered in Lake Mary, FL, is one of the…