Shift Hours: 3:00pm to 11:00pm
Hourly Rate + Shift Differential
POSITION OBJECTIVE
Operate machines that compress powders into nutritional supplement tablets, machines that fills powders into gelatin and veggie capsules while following cGMP's and SOP's, to prepare tablets for packaging or bulk shipment. The operator is responsible for the quality they produce.
MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY
- Follow sanitary cGMP regulations before coming in contact with raw materials.
- Set up, operate, and tend machinery and equipment to form tablets of vitamin supplements.
- Set up, start machines, monitor their operations, test, and adjust machine speeds and actions according to product specifications and operating procedures.
- Install, align, and lock specified punches, dies, segments, scrapers, or other fixtures.
- Disassembles, clean, sanitize, and perform routine maintenance on machines such as lubrication, calibration, adjustments, etc.
- Ensures the quality of the finished products meets all specifications and compiles with Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), DEA, and other regulatory and Safety requirements.
- Measure finished tablets to verify conformance to weight specifications using scales.
- Clean and maintain tableting machines, instruments, and work area.
- Collect samples of finished blend for testing.
- Record operational and production information on specified cGMP forms.
- Transfer materials, supplies, and products between work areas. using moving equipment and hand tools.
- Observe production and monitor equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
- Reach target weights set by cGMP's with each batch of tablets.
- Perform maintenance on machines regularly, report any damages to supervisor.
- Work in shifts that are high paced and meet deadlines.
- Inspect machines as well as product to ensure that product has been run correctly.
- Follows established procedures including standard operating procedures (SOP's), cGMP, food safety regulations, and safety procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS
A. TECHNICAL JOB CRITERIA
1. Previous Related Experience Required
At least 6 months of equivalent machine operation experience, prior experience in a pharmaceutical/nutraceutical environment, familiarity with manufacturing equipment, experience with tablet presses, or encapsulation machines preferred.
2. Technical Skills Required to Perform this Job
At least 6 months of equivalent machine operation experience, prior experience in a pharmaceutical/nutraceutical environment, familiarity with manufacturing equipment, experience with tablet presses, or encapsulation machines preferred.
3. Education
High School Diploma/Certificate or equivalent combination of education and experience.
4. Other Certification/Training Required to Gain Function-Related Technical Knowledge
Working knowledge of Safety in the Workplace Rules and Regulations preferred. Working knowledge of cGMP's a plus.
5. Other Requirements
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Ability to stand 8-10 hours daily. Flexibility to work overtime, holidays, weekends, on short notice, as needed. Flexibility to work longer hours in order to meet deadlines, as needed. Availability to work day or nigh shift and accommodate change of shift, if needed. .Must have excellent manual dexterity. Ability to perform repetitive tasks for a long period of time without making a lot of errors and getting bored.
INDIVIDUAL SPECIFIC JOB TASKS
- Set up machine tablet press.
- Start up and adjust machine to meet specifications.
- Run batch according to specifications.
- Check weights and measurements every 30 minutes.
- Weigh and record each box as produced.
- Count and collect labels as production progresses.
- Do reconciliation at the end of the run.
- Clean the machine, vacuum, dust collector, floor, and walls at the end of manufacturing.
- Leave machine and room clean at the end of each shift.
- Communicate any issues with equipment to an immediate supervisor.
- Create a high quality product.
- Work with Quality Assurance.
- Resolve all issues with Department Manager.
Florida Supplement provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Florida Supplement complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leave of absence, compensation, and training.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
- Wellness program
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
- Are you able to work the required work hours of 3:00pm to 11:00pm?
Experience:
- Compression & Encapsulation: 1 year (Preferred)
- Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)
- machine operation: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person