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Posted August 23, 2026

Packaging Operator

Thorne
Summerville, SC, US Full Time
19USD - 21.25USD per hour

Job Description

Job Description
Description
At Thorne, we work to deliver high-quality, science-backed solutions to empower individuals to take a proactive approach to their well-being. Each day begins with a mission to help others discover and achieve their best health. We count on our team members to challenge and push the boundaries to make that happen. At Thorne, you’ll be joining a team of more than 800 passionate individuals committed to our cause of providing superior health solutions at every age and life stage.

Our hourly production roles offer hands-on experience in a clean, safe, and innovative manufacturing environment with opportunities for growth and development. Whether you're mixing raw ingredients, operating machinery, or calibrating a machine ensuring products meet our strict quality standards, every team member plays a critical role in delivering trusted solutions to our customers.
Packaging Operator Responsibilities
  • Set up bottling and labeling equipment quickly and accurately to support safe, efficient production.
  • Verify production records, product information, and equipment settings, including bottle size, fill quantity, caps, labels, and other packaging specifications.
  • Complete required training and certification to develop the skills needed to operate packaging equipment safely and effectively.
  • Follow quality and safety standards while operating equipment and producing finished products.
  • Maintain accurate, complete, and legible production records and documentation.
    Cross-train in other production areas and support different packaging functions as assigned.

WHAT YOU NEED
  • Minimum High school diploma or GED is required.
  • Prior manufacturing experience preferred.
  • Ability to work overtime as required.
  • Must be able to safely work with ingredients and products that are derived from possibly allergenic sources including, but not limited to, nuts, soy, dairy, fish, and shellfish.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
  • Must be able to work an entire 8 hour shift, when necessary, in an enclosed room.
  • Must be medically qualified to work while using a half-mask respirator or a full-air respirator for up to six hours at a time and be able to follow Thorne Research’s Respiratory Protection Program guidelines.
  • Must be able to work in a stationary position as well as move about unassisted.
  • Must be able to safely and carefully operate and use assigned production equipment and machinery.
  • Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as circumstances arise during the course of a shift as well as climb a ladder unassisted.
  • Must be able to operate, activate, use, prepare, and clean production equipment, occasionally grasping with force and using twisting wrist movements, as well as climb a ladder unassisted.
  • Must have sufficient range of motion with arms and hands to reach overhead and to the side, often repetitively, during an 8-, 10-, or 12-hour shift.
  • Must be able to ascend/descend a ladder while carrying up to 20 pounds of material.
  • Must be able to print in a legible manner.
  • Must be able to work in a moderate noise level environment.
  • Must be able to move or lift items weighing up to 55 pounds from floor to table and from table to floor, often repetitively, during an 8-hour shift.

WHAT WE OFFER
  • Competitive compensation
  • 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage for employees
  • Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
  • Company- paid life insurance
  • 401k plan with employer matching contributions up to 4%
  • Gym membership reimbursement
  • Monthly allowance of Thorne supplements
  • Paid time off, volunteer time off and holiday leave
  • Training, professional development, and career growth opportunities

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