Material Prep Operator

Catalent Pharma Solutions; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

WellHub wellness program & discounts

152 hours of PTO + 8 holidays

Medical, dental, and vision benefits (

Career growth opportunities

Inclusive culture and ERGs

Job summary

Catalent's flagship softgel development and manufacturing facility in St. Petersburg, FL is hiring a Material Prep Operator for a 12-hour rotating schedule on-site. You will prepare materials, follow batch records, and support equipment sanitation in a GMP environment.

Collaborating with the Product Development team, you will work with hazardous materials, update SOPs as needed, and help maintain a safe, clean, compliant production floor with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous GMP manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and lift up to 30 lbs during a shift.
• Must pass Ishihara color vision screening and 20/30 visual acuity.

Responsibilities

• Complete material-processing documentation and follow batch records/SOPs.
• Measure, weigh, mix, pull, and stage materials for encapsulation.
• Deliver materials to production and sanitize receivers and equipment.
• Maintain a clean work area and follow safety policies.
• Report deviations or potential production issues to supervision; cross-train as needed.
• Assist with updating SOPs for the department.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Documentation

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Material Prep Operator Position Summary Work Schedule: Rotating 12-hour shift from 7:00AM to 7:00PM EST, operating on a two-week cycle. Week 1 includes Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday; Week 2 includes Wednesday and Thursday. 100% on-site Join Catalent’s flagship softgel development and manufacturing facility in North America, located in St. Petersburg, FL, with a capacity of 18 billion capsules per year.

This role offers competitive pay, day-one benefits, and career growth in a state-of-the-art, turn-key facility. As a Material Prep Operator, you will contribute to the manufacturing of pharmaceutical softgels, gaining hands‑on experience with multiple technologies and equipment. You’ll also collaborate with the on‑site Product Development team to support new product innovations.

The Role Accurately complete all material‑processing documentation and follow batch records/SOPs. Measure, weigh, mix, pull, and stage materials for encapsulation using manual and computerized equipment. Deliver materials to production and sanitize all receivers and equipment. Maintain a clean work area and follow all safety policies, including handling hazardous and DEA materials. Immediately report deviations or potential production issues to supervision. Cross‑train and perform tasks in other production areas as needed based on staffing or workload. Assist with updating SOPs for the department when required. Other duties as assigned.

The Candidate High school diploma or equivalent required; Previous manufacturing experience in a GMP‑regulated industry preferred. Ability to sit, stand, walk, and lift up to 30 lbs. regularly during a 12‑hour shift; must be able to access the manufacturing floor. No lifting over 44.09 lbs. without assistance; must be able to push/pull up to 500 kg (approximately 1,100 lbs.). Must pass Ishihara Color Vision Screening and achieve 20/30 visual acuity (near and far), with or without corrective lenses. Primary workstation is in a high‑noise manufacturing area with exposure to industrial chemicals, detergents, flammable materials, and potent drug compounds; annual physical required for handling potent compounds. Work schedule may include nights, weekends, and overtime as needed.

Why You Should Join Catalent

• Tuition reimbursement to support educational goals
• WellHub program to promote physical wellness & Access to Perkspot discounts from over 900 merchants
• 152 hours of PTO plus 8 paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits effective day one
• Defined career path with annual performance reviews
• Strong potential for career growth within a mission‑driven organization
• Inclusive culture with active Employee Resource Groups
• Community engagement and green initiatives

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. personal initiative. dynamic pace. meaningful work. Visit Catalent Careers to explore career opportunities.

Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email, and confirming your request for an accommodation and include the job number, title and location to [e-mail]. This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be processed by a U.S. Catalent employee and then routed to a local recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the application or hiring process.

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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.