Manufacturing Operator

Catalent Pharma Solutions; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization dedicated to enhancing lives through innovative solutions. As a Manufacturing Operator I, you will play a crucial role in producing high-quality organic gummies, ensuring efficient operations of the Mogul machine. This position offers a defined career path, a supportive and inclusive culture, and a chance to contribute to meaningful work that impacts health and wellness. With competitive benefits and opportunities for growth, this is your chance to make a difference in the healthcare landscape while advancing your career in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

152 hours of paid time off

8 paid holidays

401K match

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Community engagement initiatives

Qualifications

• 1+ months of manufacturing experience required.
• Ability to read and interpret safety and operating instructions.

Responsibilities

• Run and coordinate daily operation of Mogul machine.
• Perform minor troubleshooting and maintain product uniformity.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and jams.

Skills

Manufacturing Experience

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Ability to Lift Heavy Objects

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Manufacturing Operator I

Position Summary

Catalent, Inc. is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) whose mission is to develop, manufacture, and supply products that help people live better and healthier lives. Catalent is dedicated to delivering unparalleled service to pharma, biotech, and consumer health customers, supporting product development, launch, and full life-cycle supply. With time-tested experience in development sciences, delivery technologies, and multi-modality manufacturing, Catalent supports the acceleration of development programs and the launch of more than a hundred new products every year. Powered by thousands of scientists and technicians and the latest technology platforms at more than 40 global sites, Catalent supplies billions of doses of life-enhancing and life-saving treatments for patients annually.

Greendale is one of Catalent’s gummy technology development and manufacturing facilities in North America. The site manufactures organic and vegan-based nutraceuticals via confection to enhance wellness for all consumers. Simply put – we make healthy gummies. Within the Catalent network, we offer a broad range of integrated formulation and analytical services to solve difficult development and manufacturing challenges.

The Operator I will efficiently run and coordinate daily operation of Mogul machine according to the production schedule. The Operator I performs minor troubleshooting and resource allocation for assembly and operations. Is able to communicate problems with the Production Supervisor, designated Production Worker Lead/Foreperson and/or mechanic on duty. Maintains maximum production and uniformity of product. The regular working hours of this position are Friday - Sunday 6AM - 6PM.

The Role

• Assists in mogul set up to include, but not limited to proper mold board, nozzle plate, piston bar and other required set up activities; as specified in the Mogul manual

• Monitors and maintains uniformity of the product being deposited into starch trays

• Ensures against starch buildup on mold board

• Visually inspects the mold board impression for good appearance

• Ensures continuous proper board weight for each candy production run; documentation of board weight confirmation

• Must respond quickly to minor malfunctions that occur with the Mogul and notify the Mechanic on duty of any problems

• Respond to minor breakdowns and jams of equipment as required

• Other duties assigned

The Candidate

• High school diploma GED required

• 1+ months of manufacturing experience required

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively to other employees of the organization.

• The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and move up to 100 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 1000 pounds.

• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms, climb or balance.

• The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

Why You Should Join Catalent

• Defined career path and annual performance review and feedback process

• Diverse, inclusive culture

• 152 hours of paid time off + 8 paid holidays

• Potential for career growth on an expanding team within an organization dedicated to preserving and bettering lives

• Community engagement and green initiatives

• Generous 401K match and Paid Time Off accrual

• Medical, dental and vision benefits effective day one of employment

• Tuition Reimbursement

Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career! Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life-saving and life-enhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference.

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