Compression/Encapsulation Operator

Job Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent.5-7 years experience as solid dose Manufacturing Operator. Demonstrated proficiency in the English Language, both written and oral. Proficiency in basic math (addition, subtraction and division).Ability to lift routinely 30-60 lbs. Exposure to vitamins, mineral, herbal, and OTC products disagreeable odors, high-noise levels, constantly bending, lifting and standing for long periods. No allergies. Adhere to pre-established manufacturing schedule and company policies.

Position 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 tablet press operation periodically 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 Additional Responsibilities for Encapsulation: Set up encapsulation equipment according to batch record specifications Maintain required capsule weight and document all in process quality checks Load the capsules and blend materials into the encapsulator Set up the encapsulator according to the validated parameters Monitor validated encapsulation parameters and make adjustment as needed Transport filled capsule to staging area Document all process readings in the manufacturing batch record