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KP Processor I

Melaleuca: The Wellness Company
Knoxville, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 10/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/5/2026
Reasonable Accommodation

Essential duties, responsibilities, and qualifications of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to himself/herself or others.

Duties And Responsibilities:

  • Weighs ingredients to work orders to /- 1% accuracy
  • Processes bulks in accordance with SOPs and written procedures
  • Operates a forklift ensuring all safety procedures are followed at all times.
  • Uses JDE inventory tracking system and handheld scanners to look up, issues, transfers and adjust inventory
  • Fills out work orders and all logs in accordance with SOPs, GMPs and other procedures.
  • Identifies and addresses issues related to raw materials and processing bulk.
  • Takes ownership of batch weighing, processing and transferring to ensure quality is maintained.
  • Transfers bulk to designated holding vessels.
  • Actively participates in all safety trainings and is involved in maintaining a safe work environment
  • Follows all safety procedures, including wearing PPE, identifying and removing potential hazards and having a proactive safety attitude.
  • Communicates effectively and professionally with employees within the department as well as other supporting departments.
  • Understands and follows all applicable SOPs and other formulation procedures.
  • Maintains a neat, clean and orderly work area.

Additional:

  • Performs disposals of expired ingredients, returned bulk and other materials in accordance with all Federal, State and Local regulations.
  • Works as instructed by Head Formulator/Lead Formulator.
  • Performs duties of other positions in the work area as needed or other tasks as assigned by supervisor or coordinator

Supervision Of Others:

  • None

Essential:

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Ability to certify as a Melaleuca forklift operator.
  • Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work under stress.
  • Ability to lift a minimum of 80 lbs. on a regular basis.
  • Good math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide, etc.)
  • Ability to perform the essential duties and responsibilities with efficiency and accuracy.
  • Demonstrated mechanical ability and aptitude to operate complex mechanical equipment.
  • Ability to work in varying work conditions including a hot and humid environment.
  • Ability to work in tight spaces including under and around holding tanks and processors.
  • Ability to move 400-600 lb. drums utilizing appropriate equipment.
  • Knowledge of current GMP’s and FDA Regulations concerning cosmetic and drug products.
  • Ability to perform the essential duties and responsibilities with efficiency and accuracy.

Additional:

  • One (1) or more years' experience in a manufacturing environment or equivalent is preferred.
  • Chemistry education or experience is preferred.
  • Knowledge of applicable chemicals, their appearance and how to safely handle and blend them.
  • Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed.
  • 2 years prior forklift experience or equivalent is preferred.

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