Machine Operator

Job Title: Machine Operator Location: On-site – St. Petersburg, FL 33716 Work Schedule: 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EST, 2-2-3 rotating shift. Must be able to work any day of the week. Contract: 1–3 months with possibility of extension Qualifications: • High School diploma or equivalent required • Previous manufacturing experience and work in a GMP-regulated industry preferred • Basic computer skills, including Windows navigation and data entry • Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English • Ability to read, interpret, and execute written instructions • Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, including fractions and decimals • Ability to solve practical problems and interpret instructions provided in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form • Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines under pressure • Ability to consistently lift up to 30 pounds; no lifting greater than 44.09 pounds without assistance • Ability to push and/or pull an average of 144 kg (approximately 460 pounds) • Ability to differentiate color and obtain 20/30 vision in both far and near vision, with or without corrective lenses • Ability to access the manufacturing floor and operate industrial machinery Responsibilities: • Perform quality inspections to identify and remove sub-standard quality softgels and foreign materials from product lots according to SOPs and cGMP • Accurately complete documentation related to the Finishing process • Inspect softgels to approve or reject for quality and perform re-inspections when necessary • Handle and stage tray stacks for inspection or packaging • Inspect and clean empty trays for use in the production cycle • Program and operate softgel washers, counting line machines, and scales; may also operate softgel printing machines • Perform line clearances between product lots • Package softgels in bulk and properly identify cartons with product labels • Transfer sealed cartons of softgels to the box room or warehouse when necessary • Handle non-hazardous, hazardous, and DEA waste • Maintain a clean work area and perform work according to safety policies and practices • Immediately notify Supervision of potential quality issues that may require QA notification • Cross-train to perform tasks, operate equipment, and maintain documentation in other production departments as required • Perform tasks in areas different from the primary position/business unit based on staffing levels and workload • Update SOPs for the assigned department as needed 10373750