Encapsulation Operator

Catalent•Saint Petersburg, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Encapsulation Operator contributes to the manufacture of pharmaceutical softgels at Catalent’s St. Petersburg facility. The role provides hands-on experience with multiple technologies and equipment and collaborates with the on-site Product Development team to support new product innovations. The position is 100% onsite in St. Petersburg, Florida, on a rotating 12-hour schedule from 7 AM to 7 PM EST. The two-week cycle consists of Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday in Week 1, and Wednesday and Thursday in Week 2. The operator runs and maintains encapsulation equipment, follows batch records and current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) standards, and completes required manufacturing documentation. The work also includes troubleshooting equipment, monitoring materials and product quality, maintaining the work area, handling regulated materials and waste, and supporting machine changeovers and production flow.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, and regularly lift up to 30 lbs during a 12-hour shift, and access the manufacturing floor.
Do not lift over 44.09 lbs without assistance; ability to push or pull up to 500 kg (approximately 1,100 lbs).
Pass Ishihara Color Vision Screening and achieve 20/30 near and far visual acuity, with or without corrective lenses.
Meet the physical requirements for work in a high-noise manufacturing area with exposure to industrial chemicals, detergents, flammable materials, and potent drug compounds; an annual physical is required for handling potent compounds.
Work schedule may include nights, weekends, and overtime as needed.

Nice To Haves

Previous manufacturing experience in a GMP-regulated industry.

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain up to two encapsulation machines, covering up to four machines during breaks.
Manufacture softgels by following batch record instructions and cGMP standards, and complete all required documentation.
Troubleshoot equipment issues to maintain consistent product quality and minimize downtime.
Coordinate with crib mechanics during machine changeovers; perform teardown and setup when utilities are unavailable.
Monitor material and gel usage, ensure components are used within expiration limits, and replenish solvents and lubricants as needed.
Maintain a clean work area, perform in-process quality checks, and ensure timely transport of empty receivers.
Assemble, handle, and stage tray stacks containing manufactured softgels, and ensure department supplies are stocked.
Handle non-hazardous, hazardous, and DEA-regulated materials and waste in compliance with safety protocols.
Perform other duties as assigned.