Encapsulation Machine Operator

Nordic Naturals•Vista, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Soft gel Encapsulation Machine Operator is responsible for the safe operation, set-up, and cleaning of the soft gel encapsulation machine. Manufactures soft gels according to written instructions and specification. Ensures compliance with standard operating procedures, safety rules and current good manufacturing practices.

Requirements

Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent.
1–2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot equipment issues.
Must be mechanically inclined.
Ability to safely operate, monitor, and maintain high-pressure production equipment in accordance with SOPs and safety standards.

Nice To Haves

3+ years’ experience in the pharmaceutical industry is preferred.
Previous experience working with softgel encapsulation equipment preferred.
Experience operating and/or working around high-pressure manufacturing equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

Competently operate encapsulation production equipment independently
Assure applicable SOPs are followed and production is performed in accordance with written procedures.
Provide “hands on” training to new encapsulation machine operators
Document activities in logbooks incorporating good documentation practices
Disassemble and clean encapsulation machines and related equipment
Assemble and set up encapsulation machines and related equipment
Clean Tumblers, working area and raw material/gelatin tanks
Adhere to batch record specifications and keep the encapsulation process in control
Perform in process checks for fill weight variation, temperature variation, gelatin ribbon thickness, capsule length, seam check and capsule size
Practice protective handling of machinery tooling of the encapsulation machine including but not limited to die rolls, thickness gauge, thermometers, and scales/balances
Document in process checks in the Production Batch Record following GOOD Documentation Practices (GDPs)
Check for Soft Gel leaks inside the tumblers and at the exit bin of the last tumbler as needed
Ensure the Spreader’s task completion is correct such as checking each tumbler basket is up and running correctly, spread soft gels on trays and transfer stacks into drying rooms/tunnels, fill out proper documentation for the stacks and drying tunnel/drying room
Check machines and equipment for proper tag status (Ex. To be Cleaned, Operating Tag, Ready to use, etc.)
Control loss and waste of materials
Ensure transfer bottles or spray bottles are properly labeled
Report out-of-specification capsules to Lead and/or Shift Supervisor
Wear the required personal protective equipment
Adhere to gowning procedures
Operate equipment in a safe manner
Notify management of abnormal activities
Assure MFG, equipment is in proper working order and initiate maintenance work orders when necessary, with Lead, Shift Supervisor
Performs other duties as assigned.