Encapsulation Operator

Set-Up associate is responsible for all assembly/disassembly, and cleaning of various encapsulation machines.  Also, responsible for adhering to the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) that are in effect assuring the quality and quantity of product produced

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Physical Requirements:

Stand/walk for most of the work shift.  Perform repetitive job duties that require constant attention to manufacturing process.  Periodically push/pull containers weighing up to 500 pounds and lift containers up to 50 pounds.  Adjust to distractions and interruptions and handle multiple priorities simultaneously

Environment:

Constant exposure to noise levels loud enough to require employees wear hearing protection.  Warm temperature levels, fumes, vibration, etc., sufficient to cause minor discomfort, oily/wet conditions.  Employees to wear protective eye wear, hair nets, uniforms, steel-toed shoes and gloves. 

Safety:

The incumbent must be able to perform this job safely in accordance with standard operating procedures and good manufacturing practices without endangering the health or safety of self or others.

• A high school diploma or its equivalent is required. Complete working knowledge of the encapsulation process, typically resulting from a minimum of one year experience in related jobs (e.g., encapsulation, injection molding or other similar machine operations) and/or requires four to six months training and experience in this job under close supervision. Fluent English skills to read/understand written instructions, and other information; to maintain routine written records, and to communicate problems effectively to supervisors
• Accurate arithmetic skills (addition, subtraction, division) to calculate shell and fill weights, and calculate the time a tank will run out of gel or medicine
• Manual dexterity to manipulate controls, disassemble/assemble equipment using a variety of hand tools
• Physical ability to stand/walk for much of work shift, and push/pull/lift large containers weighing up to 50 pounds
• Mechanical aptitude to trouble shoot and fix equipment malfunctions

Pay Range: $20–$26/hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

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