Inspector Operator (NIGHTS)

Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd; Opelika (AL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Annual performance bonus

Job summary

Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd is seeking a new hire for a role that involves preparing and operating automated inspection machines as well as visually inspecting gelatin capsules for defects. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and basic computer skills. Candidates will receive training.

The job environment is mostly clean but may expose workers to minor annoyances such as noise and drafts. The compensation range is competitive, reflective of experience and qualifications, with benefits including bonuses and health packages.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate automated inspection machines.
• Capacity to communicate effectively with supervisors and read records.
• Physical ability to perform repetitive tasks for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare inspection area and clean bins prior to use.
• Conduct visual inspections of capsules and remove defective products.
• Operate automated equipment for sorting and inspecting capsules.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Basic computer skills

English communication skills

Full color vision

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position Summary

Responsible for preparing, staging products and operating automated inspection machines. Visually examining and removing any/all defective gelatin capsules from batches either manually or through use of automated equipment.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and prepares inspection area for use.
• Cleans bins and trays for inspection and transfer of product.
• Visually inspects capsules and removes any defective product through use of automated equipment or visual inspection techniques.
• Operates automated equipment that sorts, polishes and inspects capsules to ensure they meet specifications.
• Maintains routine documentation on each batch of capsules; prepares log entries, and labels product container(s).
• Lifts/carries containers parts or capsules weighing up to 30 pounds regularly and pushes and pulls material on wheels or with pallet jacks up to 400 pounds.
• Locates/moves product into or out of drying tunnels.
• Checks and maintains hardness checks on soft gel capsules.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: A high school diploma or GED is required.
• Certification: None.
• Experience: None will train.
• Basic computer skills required to operate automated inspection machines and transact inventory.
• Manual dexterity/hand‑eye coordination to identify and remove defective elastic soft gelatin capsules.
• English communication skills to maintain routine written logs and records. Communicate with supervisors and others and read batch records, operating instructions, and safety regulations.
• Full color vision to identify color defects in capsules.

Physical Requirements

Stand/walk for the full twelve‑hour shift. Perform repetitive job duties for long periods of time. Physical ability to bend, lift and carry parts or product weighing up to 30 pounds, push and pull materials on wheels or with pallet jacks up to 400 pounds and work on feet for full twelve‑hour shift. Use eye‑hand coordination to rapidly identify and remove defective capsules.

Environment

Mostly clean and comfortable with some minor annoyances such as noise, odors, drafts, oily/wet conditions, etc. Requires wearing hair nets, uniforms, gloves, earplugs and safety glasses.

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.

Supervisory Responsibility

None

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pharmavite is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit employment discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, national origin, and any other basis protected by state and federal law. Pharmavite recruits, hires, employs, trains, promotes, and compensates individuals solely on job‑related qualifications and abilities and provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief, in accordance with applicable laws.

Compensation

Salary range: $37,000.00 – $60,000.00. Actual compensation will take into account a wide range of factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to geographic location, education, experience, qualifications, and job‑related skills. The total rewards package may also include an annual performance bonus, medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401(k) match, and other wellness benefits.