Encapsulation Operator: Gel Capsule Production & Quality

Barleans; Ferndale (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Barlean’s Encapsulation Operator in Ferndale, WA, operates and maintains encapsulation equipment to produce soft gel capsules, including setup, cleaning, troubleshooting and material changeovers, while ensuring GMP compliance.

You will sort capsules, monitor drying equipment, prepare finished products for storage, and work on a 14‑day rotating schedule with 12.5‑hour day shifts from 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM, collaborating closely with production staff.

Qualifications

• Must comply with GMP’s, GDP’s, Barlean’s SOP’s, and SQF regulations.
• Set up, operate, and inspect encapsulation equipment for production runs.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and resolve capsule defects during runs.
• Perform equipment cleaning.
• Perform gel and fill material changeovers.
• Monitor drying equipment.
• Sort soft gel capsules to ensure quality standards are met.
• Prepare finished soft gel capsule boxes for storage or transfer.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and inspect encapsulation equipment for production runs.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and resolve capsule defects during runs.
• Monitor drying equipment and adjust as needed.
• Sort capsules to ensure quality standards are met.
• Prepare finished soft gel capsule boxes for storage or transfer.
• Perform equipment cleaning and routine maintenance.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Follow GMP, GDP, SOP and SQF protocols.
• Assist with material changeovers as required.
• Report issues to team leader.

Skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Math skills

Mechanical aptitude

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Stamina for standing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Machine Operator experience preferred

Tools

Encapsulation equipment

Job description

Barlean’s Encapsulation Operator in Ferndale, WA, operates and maintains encapsulation equipment to produce soft gel capsules, including setup, cleaning, troubleshooting and material changeovers, while ensuring GMP compliance.

You will sort capsules, monitor drying equipment, prepare finished products for storage, and work on a 14‑day rotating schedule with 12.5‑hour day shifts from 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM, collaborating closely with production staff.