Machine Operator

Machine OperatorMachine OperatorOn-site – St. Petersburg, FL :00 AM to 7:00 PM EST, 2-2-3 rotating shift. Must be able to work any day of the week.1–3 months with possibility of extensionHigh School diploma or equivalent requiredPrevious manufacturing experience and work in a GMP-regulated industry preferredBasic computer skills, including Windows navigation and data entryMust be able to read, write, and communicate in EnglishAbility to read, interpret, and execute written instructionsAbility to perform basic mathematical calculations, including fractions and decimalsAbility to solve practical problems and interpret instructions provided in written, oral, diagram, or schedule formAbility to multi-task and meet deadlines under pressureAbility to consistently lift up to 30 pounds; no lifting greater than 44.09 pounds without assistanceAbility 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 lensesAbility to access the manufacturing floor and operate industrial machineryPerform quality inspections to identify and remove sub-standard quality softgels and foreign materials from product lots according to SOPs and cGMPAccurately complete documentation related to the Finishing processInspect softgels to approve or reject for quality and perform re-inspections when necessaryHandle and stage tray stacks for inspection or packagingInspect and clean empty trays for use in the production cycleProgram and operate softgel washers, counting line machines, and scales; may also operate softgel printing machinesPerform line clearances between product lotsPackage softgels in bulk and properly identify cartons with product labelsTransfer sealed cartons of softgels to the box room or warehouse when necessaryHandle non-hazardous, hazardous, and DEA wasteMaintain a clean work area and perform work according to safety policies and practicesImmediately notify Supervision of potential quality issues that may require QA notificationCross-train to perform tasks, operate equipment, and maintain documentation in other production departments as requiredPerform tasks in areas different from the primary position/business unit based on staffing levels and workloadUpdate SOPs for the assigned department as needed