Gel Prep Operator

Great HealthWorks, Inc. • Riviera Beach, FL

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About The Position

The Gel Prep Operator supports a cGMP-compliant manufacturing process for dietary supplements in accordance with 21 CFR Parts 111 and 117. The operator prepares, blends, and mixes gelatin batches by operating gel-melting equipment and completing batch paperwork according to standard operating procedures (SOPs).

The position works in GMP manufacturing, office, and plant environments, including controlled areas requiring special gowning and personal protective equipment. Work may be fast-paced, and employees may be cross-trained or assigned tasks in other production areas depending on staffing and workload. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 2 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and follow SOPs and written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work in compliance with current GMPs.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Ability to weigh materials.
• Understanding of SOPs and good documentation practices.
• Ability to operate, clean, and inspect equipment.
• Ability to push or pull 500 kg gel tanks.
• Ability to follow gowning requirements and wear PPE over the head, face, hands, and arms.
• Ability to work efficiently and use troubleshooting skills.
• Must not wear makeup, jewelry, contact lenses, nail polish, or artificial fingernails in controlled work environments.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as required.
• Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds.
• Close vision.

Responsibilities

• Follow all standard operating procedures related to manufacturing processes.
• Immediately report discrepancies to a supervisor before continuing a process.
• Accurately complete documentation related to the gelatin process and maintain good documentation practices.
• Measure and weigh gelatin and dyes for batches using manual and computerized scales.
• Process gelatin master batches and color conversions according to applicable SOPs and batch-record instructions.
• Perform major and minor equipment and room changeovers efficiently, completing the required batch-record documentation.
• Obtain QA clearance for equipment and GMP rooms before processing.
• Operate production equipment according to applicable SOPs.
• Wash, inspect, and sanitize gelatin receivers and equipment.
• Follow safety policies and practices related to the position.
• Maintain a clean, neat, and organized work area.
• Immediately notify supervision of deviations from a batch record or SOP, or of potential production events.
• Cross-train and perform tasks, operate equipment, and maintain documentation in other production departments as required.
• Perform duties in areas outside the primary position or business unit when assigned based on staffing or workload.

What This Job Offers

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