Encapsulation Machine Operator

Innovations in Nutrition + Wellness; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

401K

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Job summary

Innovations in Nutrition + Wellness in Tempe, Arizona, is seeking an individual to operate manufacturing equipment for oral doses of tablets or capsules. Key responsibilities include setting up and monitoring equipment to ensure quality and quantity.

The ideal candidate should have mathematical skills, the ability to follow instructions, and a detail-oriented mindset. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Mathematical skills to perform arithmetic and subtraction.
• Ability to follow detailed written instructions.
• Capability to work well with others.

Responsibilities

• Operate manufacturing equipment for tablets or capsules.
• Monitor and report on production and equipment status.
• Perform sanitation and provide safety information.

Skills

Mathematical skills & Accuracy

Ability to follow detailed instructions

Teamwork capability

Tools

Equipment monitoring

Quality control processes

Job description

Summary

Follow batch records and SOPs to tend or operate manufacturing equipment that makes or finishes oral doses of tablets or capsules.

Typical Day Responsibilities

• Read the work orders to determine product specifications, materials to be used, weights, dimensions, and tolerances.
• Set up equipment, start–ups and shutdowns, troubleshoot and adjust equipment to ensure employee safety, product quality, and quantity.
• Monitor equipment such as presses, encapsulation machines, coating pans to make adjustments and report abnormal conditions.
• Load and unload machinery with raw materials and finished product.
• Measure and examine materials and finished product to ensure conformance to established standards and remove those that do not meet standards.
• Record operational and production data on specified forms, in logbooks, update room status signs and collect samples.
• Perform sanitation on assigned equipment and work areas as specified.
• Provide information or indication of problems to Management or Quality Assurance.
• Report to work regularly and on time.
• Perform duties safely and report unsafe conditions or actions.
• Assist in other duties as needed and directed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Mathematical skills & Accuracy with arithmetic and subtraction.
• Language skills & Must be able to follow detailed written instructions.
• Ability to work well with others.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Skilled in operation, control monitoring, and troubleshooting equipment, quality and processes.
• Demonstrate attention to detail, problem sensitivity and information ordering skills.
• Knowledge of food production processing.

Physical Demands

• Must regularly lift 35 lbs., occasionally move up to 100 lbs. using pallet jacks.
• Must be able to stand for 10‑hour shifts, regularly required to walk and pull.
• Specific sensing abilities include near vision, hearing, and manual dexterity.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, 401K, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Leave, and more!

Disclaimer

This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. The responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the job holder might differ from those outlined in this job description and other duties, as assigned, may be part of the job. Employments offers are contingent on successful completion of a drug screen and background check. We are an EEO employer.

Equal Opportunity

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