Encapsulation Operator

Job description:

Overview

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Encapsulation Machine Operator to join our dynamic manufacturing team. The ideal candidate will have experience operating various types of machinery and a strong understanding of production processes. This role is crucial in ensuring the efficient operation of our equipment and maintaining high-quality standards in our products.

• Operator Level I: 6 months experience in Nutraceutical compression/encapsulation
• Operator Level II: 2 years of work experience in Nutraceutical compression/encapsulation
• Operator Level III: 5 years of work experience in Nutraceutical compression/encapsulation
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently
• Required to use hands/fingers to operate machinery, etc
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and move 10-20 feet
• Must be able to stand, climb and bend for extended periods of time
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance, color and ability to adjust focus
• Personal Protective Equipment Required for Position:

Benefits

• Operator I: $17.00 - $20.00 / hour
• Operator II: $20.00 - $24.50 / hour
• Operator III: $22.00 - $26.00 / hour
• Ranges indicated account for all shifts

Duties

• The Compression Operator is responsible for the set- up, operation, routine maintenance, and cleaning of Encapsulation department’s equipment in accordance with applicable cGMP, SOPs and FDA regulations
• The Operator possesses all of the skills and competencies that are required
• Set up Encapsulation equipment and machinery in preparation
• Perform required Encapsulation duties including running Encapsulation capsule filler, capsule polishers, floor scale, desk balance, capsule feeder, metal checkers, capsule weighing system, moving drums etc
• Perform In-process checks as per the batch record for capsules and tablets
• Assists supervisor in completion of deviation reports that outline both short and long term corrective action steps
• Drums are transferred onto a pallet and pulled into capsule rooms as needed
• Cross-trains in other areas to be able to support the manufacturing process as needed
• Maintains proper gowning and hygiene to ensure integrity of the product as per cGMP’s and company policies
• Product is scooped into hopper as needed
• Fill out all batch record information and other encapsulation paperwork
• Perform changeover and set ups of manufacturing equipment
• Clean equipment and facilities
• Warehousing of product – incoming and outgoing
• Receiving, recording, tagging and Dispensing of raw materials
• Ability to identify and solve tablet press or encapsulation machine problems
• Other duties as assigned or delegated

Qualification

• Experience: 1-5 years of hands-on experience in a solid, full scale, manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated attention to detail and thoroughness are critical
• Physical Requirements: Work requires ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted, or up to 100 pounds with mechanical assistance; standing, walking, bending and/or stooping for periods of five hours or more; moving and examining objects at high and low reach, and reading for periods of three hours or more
• Position requires normal visual acuity
• Knowledge of cGMP standards to ensure the maintenance of the cGMP standard of quality
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance work instructions, procedure manuals and SDS sheets
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively orally and in written form
• Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals
• Must understand and use simple statistical methods
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form
• Must have ability to solve moderately complex problems involving multiple variables in standardized situations
• Must have a deliberate and acute sense of documentation of all activities while in the manufacturing environment
• Must be familiar with and be able to communicate via e-mail
• Must be familiar with and be able to use computer software including word processors & spreadsheets (Microsoft Word, Excel, Access), and ERP System
• Must be able to communicate effectively in a cross functional team environment to complete work tasks as instructed
• Must have sound judgment and decision-making skill

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person