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Encapsulation Machine Operator

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POSITION SUMMARY

The Soft gel Encapsulation Machine Operator is responsible for the safe operation, set-up, and cleaning of the soft gel encapsulation machine. Manufactures soft gels according to written instructions and specification. Ensures compliance with standard operating procedures, safety rules and current good manufacturing practices.

Essential Function Statement(s)

Competently operate encapsulation production equipment independently

Assure applicable SOPs are followed and production is performed in accordance with written procedures.

Provide “hands on” training to new encapsulation machine operators

Document activities in logbooks incorporating good documentation practices

Disassemble and clean encapsulation machines and related equipment

Assemble and set up encapsulation machines and related equipment

Clean Tumblers, working area and raw material/gelatin tanks

Adhere to batch record specifications and keep the encapsulation process in control

Perform in process checks for fill weight variation, temperature variation, gelatin ribbon thickness, capsule length, seam check and capsule size

Practice protective handling of machinery tooling of the encapsulation machine including but not limited to die rolls, thickness gauge, thermometers, and scales/balances

Document in process checks in the Production Batch Record following GOOD Documentation Practices (GDPs)

Check for Soft Gel leaks inside the tumblers and at the exit bin of the last tumbler as needed

Ensure the Spreader’s task completion is correct such as checking each tumbler basket is up and running correctly, spread soft gels on trays and transfer stacks into drying rooms/tunnels, fill out proper documentation for the stacks and drying tunnel/drying room

Check machines and equipment for proper tag status (Ex.

To be Cleaned, Operating Tag, Ready to use, etc.)

Control loss and waste of materials

Ensure transfer bottles or spray bottles are properly labeled

Report out-of-specification capsules to Lead and/or Shift Supervisor

Experience:

1-2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment

3+ years’ experience in the pharmaceuticals industry is preferable.

Previous experience working with Soft gel encapsulation equipment

Basic mathematical skills

Must be mechanically inclined

Company Description1800 Thibodo Rd. #100 Vista, CA 92081 Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm

CALL OUR OFFICE FOR AN IMMEDIATE PHONE INTERVIEW (760) 643-0165 OR SUBMIT RESUME TO BE CONSIDERED!Company Description1800 Thibodo Rd. #100 Vista, CA 92081\r\nOffice Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm\r\n\r\nCALL OUR OFFICE FOR AN IMMEDIATE PHONE INTERVIEW (760) 643-0165 OR SUBMIT RESUME TO BE CONSIDERED!