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Location: Farmingdale, NJ  
Employment Type: Full-Time/On Site  
Schedule:  Mon-Thurs 8:00-5:00pm, Fri 8:00-2:00pm
Pay Rate: $24.00-26.00 Hourly

NutraStar is a fast-growing contract manufacturer specializing in the formulation and production of high-quality nutraceuticals. With more than 300 employees and a reputation built on customer service, precision, quality, and innovation, we serve some of the most respected brands in the health and wellness industry. Our continued investment in people, technology, and infrastructure drives our rapid growth and positions us as a leader in our field

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Inventory Control Specialist to support warehouse operations, inventory accuracy, and shipping activities. This hands-on role is responsible for managing inventory transactions, verifying shipments, and ensuring smooth material flow from production to distribution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate inventory through cycle counts and system transactions
• Identify and resolve inventory discrepancies
• Monitor inventory reports and manage item locations
• Oversee finished goods flow into the warehouse
• Verify inbound/outbound shipments for accuracy and quality
• Prepare shipping documentation, including bills of lading
• Track shipment data and support order fulfillment
• Assist with general warehouse and administrative tasks

Requirements:

• High school diploma (some college preferred)
• 2+ years of warehouse or distribution experience
• Experience with inventory systems or ERP (MRP/WMS preferred)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Physical Requirements:

• Ability

Why Join NutraStar?

As a growing leader in the nutraceutical industry, NutraStar offers the opportunity to contribute to high-impact quality initiatives while working in a coll

Published Date: March 24th, 2026

Location: Farmingdale, NJ  
Employment Type: Full-Time/On Site  
Schedule:  Mon-Thurs 3:30 PM – 2:00 AM 
Pay Rate: $18.50 per hour 

NutraStar is a fast-growing contract manufacturer specializing in the formulation and production of high-quality nutraceuticals. With more than 300 employees and a reputation built on customer service, precision, quality, and innovation, we serve some of the most respected brands in the health and wellness industry. Our continued investment in people, technology, and infrastructure drives our rapid growth and positions us as a leader in our field

About the Role

As Machine Operator, you will be responsible for setting up and operating tablet press equipment that produces dietary supplements in tablet and pill forms. You will also be responsible for cleaning the manufacturing equipment, utensils, and the room in which you operate.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate and clean manufacturing encapsulation and/or room and equipment
• Transport blended materials from staging area to encapsulation and/or compression room
• Verify all blend materials for accuracy and quantities received
• Operate encapsulation and/or tablet press machines as per product batch record following Standard Operating Procedures
• Document all process readings in the manufacturing batch record
• Perform changeover and set-up of designated manufacturing equipment
• Practice Good Manufacturing procedure as trained in cGMP training
• Required to wear appropriate safety equipment and adhere to safety procedures and Federal and State regulations
• Monitor encapsulation machine operation and report any abnormal conditions to the immediate Supervisor
• Assist manufacturing supervisor in the collection of information to conduct investigations
• Follow procedures described in SOP’s and report deviations to the immediate supervisor
• Facilitate and cooperate with any Continuous Improvement Program
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor

Requirements:

• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Highschool diploma or equivalent
• Entry level position, Experience is not required
• At least 1 year in manufacturing or production environment a plus
• Physical ability to: Lift/push/pull up to 25 lbs frequently and up to 50 lbs occasionally. Stand for extended periods. Work in an environment with powders, chemicals, and common allergens.

Why Join NutraStar?

As a growing leader in the nutraceutical industry, NutraStar offers the opportunity to contribute to high-impact quality initiatives while working in a collaborative and safety-focused environment. You’ll play a vital role in ensuring product quality for customers worldwide

Published Date: January 15th, 2026

Location: Farmingdale, NJ  
Employment Type: Full-Time/On Site  
Schedule:  Mon-Thurs 8:00-5:00pm, Fri 8:00-2:00pm
Pay Rate: $55,000-60,000 annually

NutraStar is a fast-growing contract manufacturer specializing in the formulation and production of high-quality nutraceuticals. With more than 300 employees and a reputation built on customer service, precision, quality, and innovation, we serve some of the most respected brands in the health and wellness industry. Our continued investment in people, technology, and infrastructure drives our rapid growth and positions us as a leader in our field

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Planning & Logistics Specialist to support production planning, inventory control, and outbound shipping in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role ensures sales orders move efficiently from receipt through shipment while maintaining FDA and cGMP compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Track and expedite sales orders through production
• Review and manage orders in planning systems
• Identify delays and escalate issues proactively
• Coordinate outbound shipments (UPS, FedEx, freight, international)
• Prepare Bills of Lading, shipping labels, invoices, and packing lists
• Ensure regulatory compliance (FDA, cGMP)
• Validate ERP inventory data and maintain accurate documentation
• Communicate shipment updates to Sales and customers

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• 2+ years manufacturing experience
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to multi-task in a team environment
• Knowledge of production planning, inventory, or logistics preferred

Why Join NutraStar?

As a growing leader in the nutraceutical industry, NutraStar offers the opportunity to contribute to high-impact quality initiatives while working in a collaborative and safety-focused environment. You’ll play a vital role in ensuring product quality for customers worldwide

Published Date: March 4th, 2026

Location: Farmingdale, NJ  
Employment Type: Full-Time/On Site  
Schedule: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Monday – Thursday) / 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Friday)
Pay Rate: $16.00 – $18.00 Hourly

NutraStar is a fast-growing contract manufacturer specializing in the formulation and production of high-quality nutraceuticals. With more than 300 employees and a reputation built on customer service, precision, quality, and innovation, we serve some of the most respected brands in the health and wellness industry. Our continued investment in people, technology, and infrastructure drives our rapid growth and positions us as leaders in our field.

About the Role:

The porter is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and safety of our offices, production, and packaging areas. The person in this role will safely perform manual tasks with speed and efficiency, ensuring work environments are healthy and safe for all employees. The porter may also assist with basic maintenance, deliveries, and support tasks as needed. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in assigned areas, including offices, hallways, restrooms, production, packaging, and public spaces. 
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and dust floors and surfaces regularly. 
• Collect garbage, trash, and recyclables, and assist in transporting them to disposal or management areas. 
• Dispose of trash and recycling in accordance with company policies. 
• Perform cleaning and maintenance tasks, including dumpster cleaning, bathroom cleaning, mopping tile, vacuuming carpets, and other assigned duties. 
• Assist with moving furniture, equipment, and supplies as required. 
• Stock and replenish cleaning supplies and other necessary items. 
• Carry out routine inspections and document maintenance and cleaning activities. 
• Perform deep cleaning tasks and special projects as assigned. 
• Report maintenance issues, safety hazards, or damaged equipment to supervisors. 
• Support events, deliveries, or other operational activities as needed. 
• Follow all safety guidelines and procedures, including proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), to maintain a safe working environment.

Qualifications:

• Porter Experience
• Bilingual in both Spanish and English 
• Ability to effectively communicate to keep others informed of progress and changes in work status
• Physical ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Knowledge and practice of safety procedures and proper PPE usage

Why Join NutraStar?

As a growing leader in the nutraceutical industry, NutraStar offers the opportunity to contribute to high-impact quality initiatives while working in a collaborative and safety-focused environment. You’ll play a vital role in ensuring product quality for customers worldwide

Published Date: January 15th, 2026

Employment Type: Full-Time/On Site  
Schedule:  Mon-Thurs 8:30-5:30pm, Fri 8:00-2:00pm
Pay Rate: $28.00 – $30.00 Hourly

NutraStar is a fast-growing contract manufacturer specializing in the formulation and production of high-quality nutraceuticals. With more than 300 employees and a reputation built on customer service, precision, quality, and innovation, we serve some of the most respected brands in the health and wellness industry. Our continued investment in people, technology, and infrastructure drives our rapid growth and positions us as a leader in our field

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Procurement Analyst who will be responsible for managing the sourcing and quoting process, ensuring accurate pricing, and supporting our overall revenue growth strategy. You will work closely with Sales and Procurement to drive cost efficiency and maintain strong vendor relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and process incoming purchase orders (new and repeat orders)
• Source raw materials and maintain up-to-date pricing
• Generate and submit customer quotations based on RFQs
• Create and maintain product codes within the MRP/ERP system
• Enter formulas and order data accurately into internal systems
• Negotiate pricing with suppliers considering quality, cost, and MOQ
• Develop and maintain strong vendor relationships
• Monitor commodity trends and pricing availability
• Communicate pricing changes to internal teams
• Collaborate cross-functionally to source new and existing products
• Support data analysis to improve gross margins
• Maintain accurate records and ensure data integrity

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Business, Supply Chain, or related field
• 2+ years of experience in pricing, procurement, supply chain, or financial analysis
• Experience working with product costing and vendor negotiations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Excel and ERP/MRP systems
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Why Join NutraStar?

As a growing leader in the nutraceutical industry, NutraStar offers the opportunity to contribute to high-impact quality initiatives while working in a collaborative and safety-focused environment. You’ll play a vital role in ensuring product quality for customers worldwide

Published Date: March 23rd, 2026

Employment Type: Full-Time/On Site  
Schedule:  Mon-Thurs 8:30-5:00pm, Fri 8:00-2:00pm
Pay Rate: $80,000 – $110,000 Annually

NutraStar is a fast-growing contract manufacturer specializing in the formulation and production of high-quality nutraceuticals. With more than 300 employees and a reputation built on customer service, precision, quality, and innovation, we serve some of the most respected brands in the health and wellness industry. Our continued investment in people, technology, and infrastructure drives our rapid growth and positions us as a leader in our field

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Product Development Flavorist to assist with product formulation, support new product launches, and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist R&D with powder formulations and development of new products from bench scale through commercialization
• Develop and optimize flavors, formulations, and specifications across multiple dosage or delivery forms
• Support scale-up, pilot production, and technology transfer to manufacturing
• Evaluate new ingredients, technologies, and suppliers to support innovation
• Conduct experiments, analyze data, and present technical recommendations
• Collaborate with other departments including sales, supply chain, quoting, and operations.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmaceutical Science, Food Science, Chemistry, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in flavor development, formulation, or product development
• Hands-on experience with lab equipment and manufacturing processes
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills
• Experience with multiple dosage forms or flavor systems preferred
• Knowledge of OSHA safety practices

Why Join NutraStar?

As a growing leader in the nutraceutical industry, NutraStar offers the opportunity to contribute to high-impact quality initiatives while working in a collaborative and safety-focused environment. You’ll play a vital role in ensuring product quality for customers worldwide

Published Date: April 27th, 2026

Location: Farmingdale, NJ  
Employment Type: Full-Time/On Site  
Schedule: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM (Monday – Thursday) / 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Friday)
Pay Rate:  $65,000.00 – $75,000.00 Annually

About the Role:

Are you a meticulous and proactive analytical chemist with a passion for quality? We are seeking a dedicated QC Chemist to join our Quality Control Laboratory team. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality of our raw materials and finished products through precise laboratory testing and diligent adherence to quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Performing analytical testing of raw materials and finished products in accordance with established procedures and specifications. Techniques may include HPTLC, UV-Vis, FTIR, and Performing analytical testing of raw materials and finished products in accordance with established procedures and specifications. Techniques may include HPTLC, UV-Vis, FTIR, and Wet Chemistry.
• Operating and maintaining laboratory equipment.
• Conducting and managing ‘Out of Specification’ (OOS) and ‘Awaiting Disposition’ Investigations, including root cause analysis and corrective action planning.
• Assisting with out of specification investigations. Bench-level OOS investigation experience is strongly preferred.
• Method development, validation, and implementation. Experience with method development and validation is desirable.
• Managing samples, including receipts, processing, archival, and maintenance of tracking tools.
• Preparation and review of test records associated with raw material release and Certificates of Analysis (COA).
• Routine laboratory maintenance, including inventory, waste management, equipment verification, and coordination of services.
• Adhering to laboratory safety protocols and maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
• Supporting swing shift operations or after-hours testing to manage critical testing outside standard hours (Mon-Thu 10:00am-7:00pm; Friday 8:00am-2:00pm flexibility is required).

Qualifications:

• Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Specialized Knowledge (Preferred): Proficiency in analytical chemistry, ideally within the nutraceutical or pharmaceutical industry.
• HPTLC and metals testing experience is strongly desired.
• Familiarity with cGMP, FDA, ISO/IEC 17025, and food safety regulations.
• Experience with laboratory document control systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, SharePoint, and laboratory data entry systems.

Other Requirements:

• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent time management and prioritization skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively as part of a team.

Why Join NutraStar?

As a growing leader in the nutraceutical industry, NutraStar offers the opportunity to contribute to high-impact quality initiatives while working in a collaborative and safety-focused environment. You’ll play a vital role in ensuring product quality for customers worldwide.

Published Date: April 27th, 2026

Location: Farmingdale, NJ

Employment Type: Full-Time/On Site

Schedule: Mon-Thurs 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM (1st Shift)

Pay Rate: TBD

Company Overview:

NutraStar is a fast-growing contract manufacturer specializing in the formulation and production of high-quality nutraceuticals. With more than 300 employees and a reputation built on customer service, precision, quality, and innovation, we serve some of the most respected brands in the health and wellness industry. Our continued investment in people, technology, and infrastructure drives our rapid growth and positions us as a leader in our field.

Position Description

The Quality Control Supervisor is responsible for ensuring that products and services meet established standards set by the customer. This role involves training plant operators to maintain strong overall quality control during staging, blending, production, and packaging. The Supervisor ensures all products adhere to regulations, performance requirements, and customer expectations while overseeing the performance of Quality Control Coordinators and Inspectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Instruct and train quality inspectors and operators on inspection procedures and audit processes.
• Ensure all plant operators are trained in the quality expectations of their specific roles.
• Manage personnel availability to ensure inspection coverage for every production line and shift.
• Complete and retain all training records in accordance with company procedures.
• Support and conduct annual SOP/GMP/GDP training across all departments.
• Assist in investigations for Customer Complaints by providing required quality data.
• Review production batch records in a timely manner to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Systematically manage the hold and release process for items and communicate status to facility leadership.
• Communicate quality defects directly to management as needed.
• Adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Oversee the sample process to the Quality Lab and manage the OOS (Out of Specification) investigation process.
• Ensure the maintenance and management of all retain samples.
• Support and develop team members through leadership and coaching.
• Maintain regular, on-site attendance and follow through on all professional responsibilities.
• Reduce customer complaints related to product defects, bottle counts, and case packing.
• Improve the overall accuracy and completion of Batch Records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or a related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in a GMP or FDA-regulated industry.
• Basic math, Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook), and proficiency in DEACOM (ERP) applications.
• Strong attention to detail, ability to influence without authority, and patience in stressful situations.
• Adhere to all company safety policies, wear required PPE, and report unsafe conditions immediately.
• Must adhere to 21 CFR 111 (cGMP), 7 CFR 205 (National Organic Program), and 9 CFR 417 (HACCP).

Why Join NutraStar?

As a growing leader in the nutraceutical industry, NutraStar offers the opportunity to contribute to high-impact quality initiatives while working in a collaborative and safety-focused environment. You’ll play a vital role in ensuring product quality for customers worldwide.

NutraStar is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at our Company is based solely on job-related qualifications

Published Date: April 23rd, 2026