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Mogul Machine Operator I

SCN BestCo
Santa Cruz, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/8/2026

We believe being healthy should not require tradeoffs. SCN BestCo is a leading innovator, developer and manufacturer of Vitamin, Mineral & Supplement (VMS), Over-the-Counter (OTC) and prebiotics/probiotics in enjoyable forms such as gummies, lozenges and chews. With over 50 years of excellence, our team leads the way in changing how consumers make healthier choices.  With unique food science expertise and proprietary processes, we’ve pioneered many firsts.  The fire in our belly to create new to the world products has guided and continues to be core to our mission of making health and wellness more enjoyable. Come join us and become a part of our winning formula! 

The Mogul Machine Operator I supports large-scale food manufacturing processes involving sophisticated systems and machinery. The Mogul Machine Operator I is an entry level role involved in at least one of the three main areas of product production: batch making, cooking colors/flavors addition processing, starch depositing and curing. The Mogul Machine Operator I troubleshoots issues and identifies problems as they arise and follows all process related documentation and specifications.

Estimated starting annual base salary is $23.30/ hour less applicable withholdings and deductions, paid on a bi-weekly basis. Please note that the actual compensation offered may vary based on relevant factors as determined by the Company, which may include, but is not limited to, location, experience, qualifications, education, skillset, and market conditions. The target base compensation for this role is in the low to middle of the range, with the top of the range reserved for only exceptional circumstances. In addition, this role is eligible for a discretionary, variable annual incentive, paid based on Company performance factors. SCN BestCo offers a competitive benefits package to eligible full-time employees, which currently includes medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with employer matching contributions, life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more, as well as paid sick leave in accordance with applicable law. Each benefit is subject to eligibility requirements as specified in plan documents, and the Company reserves the right to modify the benefits it offers from time to time. 

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Operate depositors and kitchen/cooking equipment to customer and Company
  • Maintain a thorough understanding of all production documentation and related
  • Meet production goals as
  • Ensure that all work meets Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), safety, sanitation and other Company
  • Interact with computer software to read production schedules, enter downtime, scrap, document units produced,
  • Ensure adherence to housekeeping in line with GMP/NSF standards (includes routine, deep and caustic cleaning).
  • Pre-weigh materials as needed, including preparing documentation and labels, coordinating delivery of materials, verifvng status in system (AMAPS) and updating pallet placard quantities (using QR codes).
  • Maintain a safe work
  • Ensure use of raw materials based on
  • Support training of colleagues as

Required Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or
  • Experience in a light industrial/manufacturing
  • Intermediate reading comprehension, decision-making, teamwork, time-management, analytical and mechanical
  • Knowledge of mathematics performing calculations and conversions.
  • Basic computer

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience operating machines in a manufacturing/bottling
  • Prior GMP and/or CPG industry
  • Basic material handling
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, and
  • Bilingual in English/Spanish.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

 

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