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Overnight Tablet Coating Operator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

$47K - $64K/yr

Supervises and coordinates all Tableting, Tablet Coating, Encapsulation, Sanitation, and Blending ... Serve as a mentor to front-line operators and leaders. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Pharmaceutical Technician I

Somerset, NJ · On-site

$20 - $26.75/hr

... Tablet Coating manufacturing processes. Specifically, optimal skills would be - solid dosage ... Must follow standard operating procedures. YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Utilizing the current ...

Advanced Coating Technician

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$26.72 - $36.40/hr

Ensures all work is conducted safely and in accordance with prescribed operating instructions, PPE ... Must be able to work any designated shift to include overnight. * Minimum 1 year of experience in ...

Advanced Coating Technician

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$26.72 - $36.40/hr

Ensures all work is conducted safely and in accordance with prescribed operating instructions, PPE ... Must be able to work any designated shift to include overnight. * Minimum 1 year of experience in ...

Advanced Coating Technician

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$26.72 - $36.40/hr

Ensures all work is conducted safely and in accordance with prescribed operating instructions, PPE ... Must be able to work any designated shift to include overnight. * Minimum 1 year of experience in ...

Ensures all work is conducted safely and in accordance with prescribed operating instructions, PPE ... Must be able to work any designated shift to include overnight. * Minimum 1 year of experience in ...

Operator Level I

Gurnee, IL · On-site

$18 - $21/hr

Safely perform essential physical duties of operating production equipment such as the Automatic Shirring, and Coating Line (tablet/gelatin) . Perform quality checks, and ensure quality products are ...

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Coating Machine Operator (Day, Night & Weekend Shifts)

Contract Pharmacal Corp

Hauppauge, NY • On-site

$22 - $26/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago


Job description

Job Type
Full-time, Part-time
Description
Position Summary:
A Coating Machine Operator is responsible for the regulation and operation of equipment used in the coating process of pharmaceutical products.
*Multiple Shifts Available - Day, Night, Overnight, Weekend - Full & Part Time Opportunities
Responsibilities: Including but not limited to -
  • Accurately prepare documentation regarding coating process.
  • Handle materials such as bulk tablets and coating solutions, as outlined in company procedure.
  • Set-up coating pans and calibrate spray guns.
  • Load tablets into the coating pan and unload finished products; ability to operate a drum lift.
  • Operate powered equipment as required (i.e., Pallet Jack).
  • Appropriately document and dispose of rejected tablets and powder waste.
  • Maintain cleanliness of coating rooms and machines to prevent contamination.
  • Ensure products are coated to conform to specifications.
  • Maintain a safe working environment.
  • Execute standard work practice with 1st time right quality standard.
  • Maintain a cGMP environment in accordance with Company policies, FDA regulations and any other governing regulatory agency requirements.
  • Other responsibilities as assigned by management.

Requirements
Education and Experience:
  • High School or GED diploma preferred.
  • Operator Level I: 6 months+ experience in pharmaceutical compression/encapsulation
  • Operator Level II: 2+ years of work experience in pharmaceutical compression/encapsulation
  • Operator Level III: 5+ years of work experience in pharmaceutical compression/encapsulation

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
  • Ability to comprehend, follow and accurately perform all instructions detailed in batch production record.
  • Ability to work independently.

Physical Demands:
  • Required to use hands/fingers to operate machinery, etc.
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds for a distance of 20-30 feet.
  • Must be able to stand, kneel, climb and bend for extended periods of time.
  • Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance, peripheral, color and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:
  • Indoor manufacturing environment including enclosed areas with dust and loud noises; close proximity to heavy machinery and pharmaceutical powders.
  • Potential to move between production operations sites/areas to complete job functions.
  • Responsible for compliance with all rules and regulations pertaining to safety policies and for leading by example with the proper attitude toward safety and health, helping to ensure that all department operations are performed with the utmost regard for the safety and health for all personnel.

Personal Protective Equipment Required for Position:
  • PPE / GMP gowning

Pay Range*:
  • Operator I: $19.00 - $23.00 / hour
  • Operator II: $20.50 - $24.50 / hour
  • Operator III: $22.00 - $26.00 / hour

*Ranges indicated account for all shifts. Please indicate your shift preference when applying.

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About Contract Pharmacal

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Industry

Pharmaceutical and medicine manufacturing

Company size

501 - 1,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Hauppauge, NY, US

Year founded

1971