Finishing Operator

Catalent Pharma Solutions • St. Petersburg, FL

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Finishing Operator contributes to the manufacturing of pharmaceutical softgels at Catalent’s softgel development and manufacturing facility in St. Petersburg, Florida. The position involves hands-on work with finishing technologies and equipment and collaboration with the on-site Product Development team to support new product innovations. The role is 100% on-site and follows a rotating 12-hour night-shift schedule from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. EST: Week 1 includes Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday; Week 2 includes Wednesday and Thursday.

The operator inspects, cleans, counts, and packages softgels, completes process documentation, and prepares packaged products for shipment staging. The role requires adherence to SOPs, current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), safety procedures, and applicable waste-handling regulations. The manufacturing workstation is in a high-noise area, with potential exposure to industrial chemicals, detergents, flammable materials, and potent drug compounds. An annual physical is required for handling potent compounds.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and regularly lift up to 30 pounds during a 12-hour shift; ability to access the manufacturing floor.
• No lifting over 44.09 pounds without assistance.
• Ability to push or pull up to 500 kg (approximately 1,100 pounds).
• Must pass Ishihara Color Vision Screening and achieve 20/30 near and far visual acuity, with or without corrective lenses.
• Ability to work in a high-noise manufacturing area with exposure to industrial chemicals, detergents, flammable materials, and potent drug compounds.
• Annual physical 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

• Perform quality inspections to identify and remove sub-standard softgels and foreign materials in accordance with SOPs and cGMP.
• Operate and program machines used to clean, count, and package capsules, and load sealed cartons for shipment staging.
• Complete Finishing process documentation accurately; inspect, approve, or reject softgels and conduct re-inspections as needed.
• Handle and stage tray stacks for inspection or packaging.
• Operate softgel washers, counting line machines, scales, and, as needed, softgel printing machines.
• Perform line clearances and clean empty trays for reuse.
• Package softgels in bulk, label cartons accurately, and transfer sealed cartons to the box room or warehouse.
• Follow safety policies and procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Handle non-hazardous, hazardous, and DEA waste in compliance with regulations.
• Notify supervision of potential quality issues.
• Participate in cross-training and perform tasks across departments as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement.
• WellHub program to promote physical wellness.
• Access to Perkspot discounts from over 900 merchants.
• 152 hours of PTO plus 8 paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits effective day one.
• Defined career path with annual performance reviews.
• Inclusive culture with active Employee Resource Groups, community engagement, and green initiatives.
• Potential for career growth within a mission-driven organization.
• Competitive pay.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED