Material Prep Operator

Catalent Pharma Solutions • St. Petersburg, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Material Prep Operator supports pharmaceutical softgel manufacturing at Catalent’s development and manufacturing facility in St. Petersburg, Florida. The role processes, prepares, and stages materials for encapsulation, delivers materials to production, and sanitizes receivers and equipment. The operator follows batch records, standard operating procedures, safety policies, and documentation requirements, and may cross-train in other production areas or assist with SOP updates.

The position is 100% on-site and follows a rotating 12-hour overnight schedule from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM EST on a two-week cycle. Week 1 includes Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday; Week 2 includes Wednesday and Thursday. Nights, weekends, and overtime may be required as needed. The workstation is 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.

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.
• No lifting over 44.09 lbs. without assistance.
• Ability to push or pull up to 500 kg (approximately 1,100 lbs.).
• Must pass Ishihara Color Vision Screening and achieve 20/30 near and far visual acuity, with or without corrective lenses.
• Must complete an annual physical for handling potent compounds.

Nice To Haves

• Previous manufacturing experience in a GMP-regulated industry.

Responsibilities

• Accurately complete material-processing documentation and follow batch records and standard operating procedures.
• Measure, weigh, mix, pull, and stage materials for encapsulation using manual and computerized equipment.
• Deliver materials to production and sanitize receivers and equipment.
• Maintain a clean work area and follow safety policies, including when handling hazardous and DEA materials.
• Immediately report deviations or potential production issues to supervision.
• Cross-train and perform tasks in other production areas as needed based on staffing or workload.
• Assist with updating departmental standard operating procedures when required.
• 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 and potential for career growth.

What This Job Offers

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