Finishing Operator

Catalent • Petersburg, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Finishing Operator Position Summary Work Schedule : Rotating 12-hour shift from 7:00AM to 7:00PM EST, operating on a two-week cycle. Week 1 includes Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday; Week 2 includes Wednesday and Thursday. 100% on-site Join Catalent’s flagship softgel development and manufacturing facility in North America, located in St. Petersburg, FL, with a capacity of 18 billion capsules per year. This role offers competitive pay, day-one benefits, and career growth in a state-of-the-art, turn-key facility. As a Finishing Operator, you will contribute to the manufacturing of pharmaceutical softgels, gaining hands-on experience with multiple technologies and equipment. You’ll also collaborate with the on-site Product Development team to support new product innovations. The Role Perform quality inspections to identify and remove sub-standard softgels and foreign materials, following SOPs and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP). Operate and program machines for cleaning, counting, and packaging capsules; load sealed cartons for shipment staging. Accurately complete Finishing process documentation: 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, and scales. Operate softgel printing machines as needed; 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. Adhere to all safety policies and procedures; maintain a clean and 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. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and lift up to 30 lbs regularly during a 12-hour shift; must be able to access the manufacturing floor.
• No lifting over 44.09 lbs without assistance; must be able to push/pull up to 500 kg (approximately 1,100 lbs).
• Must pass Ishihara Color Vision Screening and achieve 20/30 visual acuity (near and far), with or without corrective lenses.
• Primary workstation is 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 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality inspections to identify and remove sub-standard softgels and foreign materials, following SOPs and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).
• Operate and program machines for cleaning, counting, and packaging capsules; load sealed cartons for shipment staging.
• Accurately complete Finishing process documentation: 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, and scales.
• Operate softgel printing machines as needed; 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.
• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures; maintain a clean and 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.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement to support educational goals
• 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
• Strong potential for career growth within a mission-driven organization

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees