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Night Shift Encapsulation Operator Jobs in Virginia

Modular Mission Critical

VA · On-site

$16.75 - $19.75/hr

We are looking for a hard-working, dedicated Forklift Operator to operate during night hours various machines and vehicles equipped with blades to remove, distribute, level, and grade earth. The ...

M.C. Dean, Inc

VA · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

We are looking for a hard-working, dedicated Forklift Operator to operate during night hours various machines and vehicles equipped with blades to remove, distribute, level, and grade earth. The ...

RRS Foodservice

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Standup Reach Forklift Operators / Night-Shift

Ashland, VA · On-site

$16 - $18.75/hr

FULL TIME NIGHT-SHIFT STANDUP REACH FORKLIFT OPERATORS NEEDED! RRS Foodservice is looking for full time Standup Reach Forklift Operators to join our company on Night-shift in ASHLAND, VA . These ...

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What is a night shift encapsulation operator?

Night Shift Encapsulation Operators are professionals responsible for operating and monitoring encapsulation machines during overnight hours in pharmaceutical or nutraceutical manufacturing facilities. Their main duties involve ensuring that capsules are filled accurately with the correct amount of product, maintaining strict quality and safety standards, troubleshooting equipment issues, and keeping detailed production records. Working the night shift requires attention to detail, the ability to follow standard operating procedures, and adaptability to nighttime work schedules. These operators play a vital role in maintaining continuous production and meeting manufacturing deadlines.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a night shift encapsulation operator?

To thrive as a Night Shift Encapsulation Operator, you need a high school diploma or equivalent, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of manufacturing processes. Familiarity with encapsulation machinery, quality control systems, and safety protocols is typically required, with some employers preferring GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) certification. Strong problem-solving skills, reliability, and effective communication are important soft skills for this role. These skills and qualities ensure consistent product quality, operational efficiency, and adherence to safety standards during overnight production shifts.

What are some common challenges faced by night shift encapsulation operators, and how can they be managed?

Night Shift Encapsulation Operators often encounter challenges such as maintaining focus during overnight hours, troubleshooting equipment issues, and adhering to strict quality and safety standards. Fatigue can make attention to detail more difficult, so it's important to take scheduled breaks and follow best practices for shift work health. Operators are also expected to promptly address minor machine malfunctions and communicate effectively with maintenance teams or supervisors. Proactively staying organized and collaborating with coworkers during shift handovers can help ensure a smooth workflow and product consistency.

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Production Operator

Synerfac Technical Staffing

Chantilly, VA

$20 - $35/hr

Other

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

Production Operator
Location: Chantilly, VA
Shift: (day shift) Monday - Friday; 4pm - 12:30am OR (night shift) Monday - Friday; 12am - 8:30am
Type: Direct Hire
About the company:
Our client is one of the largest manufacturers of generic pharmaceutical products in the Eastern United States.
Job description:
The Production Operator performs functions relating to the processing of drug products, ensuring product compliance to established current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), customer requirements and in conjunction with all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Follows standard procedures to complete tasks, some of which may vary in scope, sequence, complexity, and timing. Applies skills and knowledge to recognize issues and to increase efficiency, throughput, and quality. Understands and runs processes to meet the assigned standards/routers and fulfills the assigned schedule; when these are not achieved, participates in the debrief to understand the reasons why and what needs to be corrected moving forward. Assists in troubleshooting process issues. Responsible for the safe and efficient execution of job duties.
Responsibilities:
- Operates pharmaceutical production machinery and follows the procedures for manufacturing such as weighing, blending, dispensing, mixing, pellet coating, granulating, drying, milling, blending, compressing, Encapsulating, Coating, potent compound, etc. Meets the requirements for use of manufacturing equipment and other commonly used equipment per SOPs.
- Executes written SOPs to ensure the purity of materials involved in the manufacturing process.
- Properly uses all scales, including printouts, zeroing, setting tares, and daily calibration verification per SOPs.
- Examines manufacturer Product ID Labels, Quality Control release tags, and Batch Production Record to verify issued/staged raw materials can be released for production.
Disclaimer:
By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, Al-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Synerfac Technical Staffing and our contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undeliverable messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at www.synerfac.com/privacy/
- HS diploma, GED or College Associate Degree
- Minimum of 3-7 years of OSD pharmaceutical manufacturing (cGMP) experience
- Forklift certification may be required for certain jobs.
- Strong background in solid dose manufacturing (OSD)
- Experience in 1 or more of the following areas: Compression, Granulation, Encapsulation, Wurster Coating, Coating, Fluid Bed Dryers, Bead Tower
- Capable of cleaning, setting-up, dismantling and operating state of the art tablet presses and encapsulation, i.e., Fette 3200i; Fette P 3030; MG2 planeta; Korsch XM 12.
- Knowledgeable of FDA regulations, GMP, Lean Manufacturing, Six-Sigma, etc.
- Solid working knowledge and skills in procedures, techniques, tools, materials and/or equipment needed for the position.
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About Synerfac Technical Staffing

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Since 1987, Synerfac has served three groups, Our Clients, Our Candidates and Our Staff. We treat all three with equal importance because we recognize the synergy of success when one group succeeds, We all succeed. Synerfac is in the business of providing opportunities and adding value. We strive to create extraordinary experiences. For our clients we provide staffing services that enable them to focus on their core competencies which will add value to their businesses. For our employees we provide permanent and temporary assignments that complement their job skills and experience while providing professional and financial rewards. For our staff –we provide careers that are balanced, uplifting and carry the highest rewards by continually improving our business process. Our goal is to enhance the lives and enterprises of all those we touch to make them better off for having known us.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Cherry Hill, NJ, US

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