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Operator, Coating

North Brunswick, NJ ยท On-site

$25 - $27/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Date 06/25 Location 1300 Airport Road, North Brunswick NJ Title Operator, Tablet Coating 1 Department Standard Manufacturing Reports to Supervisor, Production FLSA (Exempt or Non-Exempt Non-Exempt ...

Operator, Coating

North Brunswick, NJ ยท On-site

$25 - $27/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Date 06/25 Location 1300 Airport Road, North Brunswick NJ Title Operator, Tablet Coating 1 Department Standard Manufacturing Reports to Supervisor, Production FLSA (Exempt or Non-Exempt Non-Exempt ...

Coating Operator

White, GA ยท On-site

$20 - $24/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

Description Staff Management is seeking an experienced Coating Operator for a temp-to-hire opportunity in White, GA. The pay is $20-$24 per hour, with a Monday through Thursday schedule from 4:00 AM ...

Powder Coating Operator

Hanover, MD

$20 - $21/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Powder Coating Technician (1st and 2nd Shifts!) Pay: $20.00 - $21.00 per hour (+$2/hr shift differential) Job Type: Full-Time | Temp-to-Hire Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM and 5:30pm-3 ...

Coating Operator Brooklyn Park

Brooklyn Park, MN

$20 - $22/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Coating Operator We are seeking an Associate Tech for an on-site position in Brooklyn Park ... This full-time temporary role offers the opportunity for permanent placement based on performance ...

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How much do temporary tablet coating operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary tablet coating operator in the United States is $18.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $19.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a temporary tablet coating operator?

A Temporary Tablet Coating Operator is a worker responsible for applying coating solutions to pharmaceutical tablets during the manufacturing process, typically under a short-term or contract arrangement. Their main duties include operating and monitoring coating machines, ensuring the correct coating thickness and quality, and adhering to safety and cleanliness standards. They also document production activities and may assist with equipment maintenance and troubleshooting. This role is often needed to meet increased production demands or cover worker absences.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a temporary tablet coating operator?

To thrive as a Temporary Tablet Coating Operator, you need a basic understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes, attention to detail, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with tablet coating machines, GMP compliance, and documentation systems is typically required. Strong teamwork, reliability, and problem-solving skills help individuals excel in this role. These competencies are crucial for ensuring product quality, operational efficiency, and adherence to strict industry standards.

What is the difference between Temporary Tablet Coating Operator vs Permanent Tablet Coating Technician?

AspectTemporary Tablet Coating OperatorPermanent Tablet Coating Technician
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; on-the-job trainingHigh school diploma or equivalent; technical training or certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentManufacturing facilities, often temporary or contract-basedManufacturing facilities, permanent employment
Job ResponsibilitiesOperate coating equipment, monitor processes, perform basic quality checksOperate and troubleshoot coating equipment, perform detailed quality inspections, maintain equipment

In summary, a Temporary Tablet Coating Operator typically performs basic coating tasks on a temporary basis, focusing on operation and monitoring. A Permanent Tablet Coating Technician usually has more experience, performs detailed inspections, and maintains equipment regularly, often with additional certifications. Both roles are essential in pharmaceutical manufacturing but differ mainly in employment status and scope of responsibilities.

What are some common challenges faced by temporary tablet coating operators during production runs?

Temporary Tablet Coating Operators often encounter challenges such as maintaining consistent coating quality, troubleshooting equipment malfunctions, and adhering to strict cleanliness protocols. Working within a fast-paced environment, operators must frequently monitor parameters like temperature, humidity, and spray rates to ensure product standards are met. Effective communication with quality control and maintenance teams is essential for quickly resolving issues and minimizing downtime during production shifts.
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Operator, Coating

USPL NUTRITIONALS LLC

North Brunswick, NJ โ€ข On-site

$25 - $27/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 24 days ago


Job description


Job Description

Date

06/25

Location

1300 Airport Road, North Brunswick NJ

Title

Operator, Tablet Coating 1

Department

Standard Manufacturing

Reports to

Supervisor, Production

FLSA (Exempt or Non-Exempt

Non-Exempt

Role Overview

The Tablet Coating Operator is responsible for the operation and set-up of compression machines in accordance with company standard operating procedures (SOPs) and cGMP regulations to ensure products meet applicable quality standards. This position includes set-up, operation, cleaning, and light mechanical adjustments. The Coating Operator is accountable for overall process performance including safety, quality, shrink, attainment, and efficiency. Operators must be capable of operating multiple like machines at one time and learning to operate a variety of equipment within the manufacturing area.

Areas of Responsibility


Level 1

  • Manufacture Production batches according to Batch Records, SOP’s, and cGMP guidelines to ensure product specifications and tolerances are met.
  • Ensures full compliance with Company policies, procedures, GMP’s, Ethical Business Practice, and SOP’s at all times. Ensures documentation such as operation logs, batch records, etc. are fully completed, signed and in compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Ensures that product meets applicable quality standards. This includes inspection for quality during operation and performing all required sampling and testing.
  • Check spray nozzles, piping, air pressure and boiler before start of the batch.
  • Observes machines gauges and equipment calibration status and reports any deviations to production supervisor.
  • Capable of running the following pieces of equipment/activity
  • Accela Coater – 48” & 60”
  • Coating medium/solution preparation
  • Responsible for proper data entry in all batch record and logbook; and in process check control during coating process.
  • Perform all related materials handling pertaining to the products being coated.
  • Checks and verifies weight of tablets received from compression and reports deviations.
  • Correctly document all steps on batch record.
  • Adhere to all company policies.
  • Maintain proper gowning and hygiene to ensure integrity of the product as per cGMP’s and company policies.
  • Perform cleaning of equipment and processing room and dispose of rejected tablet and powder as per compliance requirements.
  • Knowledgeable in the relationship between spray rate, and inlet temperature, atomizing pressure, bed temperature, pan speed, and gun to bed distance.
  • Meets all safety expectations and follows all safety practices.
  • Works extended hours and occasional weekend overtime.
  • Other duties as assigned

Level 2

  • Manufacture Production batches according to Batch Records, SOP’s, and cGMP guidelines to ensure product specifications and tolerances are met.
  • Ensures full compliance with Company policies, procedures, GMP’s, Ethical Business Practice, and SOP’s at all times. Ensures documentation such as operation logs, batch records, etc. are fully completed, signed and in compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Ensures that product meets applicable quality standards. This includes inspection for quality during operation and performing all required sampling and testing.
  • Check spray nozzles, piping, air pressure and boiler before start of the batch.
  • Observes machines gauges and equipment calibration status and reports any deviations to production supervisor.
  • Capable of running the following pieces of equipment/activity as well as train on new equipment, including troubleshooting equipment and accessories:
  • Accela Coater – 48” & 60”
  • Coating medium/solution preparation
  • Utilizes problem-solving skills to investigate and troubleshoot product issues and recommend solutions for: 1) coating issues such as sticking twinning, orange peel, film peel, blistering, surface edge erosion and over - wetting 2) general issues such as coating pan set up, performance, documentation, and material issues.
  • Responsible for proper data entry in all batch record and logbook; and in process check control during coating process.
  • Perform all related materials handling pertaining to the products being coated.
  • Checks and verifies weight of tablets received from compression and reports deviations.
  • Assist in the investigation of batch record deviations.
  • Correctly document all steps on batch record.
  • Adhere to all company policies.
  • Maintain proper gowning and hygiene to ensure integrity of the product as per cGMP’s and company policies.
  • Perform cleaning of equipment and processing room and dispose of rejected tablet and powder as per compliance requirements.
  • Knowledgeable in the relationship between spray rate, and inlet temperature, atomizing pressure, bed temperature, pan speed, and gun to bed distance.
  • Meets all safety expectations and follows all safety practices.
  • Works extended hours and occasional weekend overtime.
  • Other duties as assigned

Level 3

  • Manufacture Production batches according to Batch Records, SOP’s, and cGMP guidelines to ensure product specifications and tolerances are met.
  • Ensures full compliance with Company policies, procedures, GMP’s, Ethical Business Practice, and SOP’s at all times. Ensures documentation such as operation logs, batch records, etc. are fully completed, signed and in compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Ensures that product meets applicable quality standards. This includes inspection for quality during operation and performing all required sampling and testing.
  • Check spray nozzles, piping, air pressure and boiler before start of the batch.
  • Observes machines gauges and equipment calibration status and reports any deviations to production supervisor.
  • Capable of running the following pieces of equipment/activity as well as train on new equipment, including troubleshooting equipment and accessories:
  • Accela Coater – 48” & 60”
  • Coating medium/solution preparation
  • Assist in the revision and creation of department SOP’s.
  • Utilizes problem-solving skills to investigate and troubleshoot product issues and recommend solutions for: 1) coating issues such as sticking twinning, orange peel, film peel, blistering, surface edge erosion and over - wetting 2) general issues such as coating pan set up, performance, documentation, and material issues.
  • Responsible for proper data entry in all batch record and logbook; and in process check control during coating process.
  • Perform all related materials handling pertaining to the products being coated.
  • Checks and verifies weight of tablets received from compression and reports deviations.
  • Assist in the investigation of batch record deviations.
  • Correctly document all steps on batch record.
  • Adhere to all company policies.
  • Maintain proper gowning and hygiene to ensure integrity of the product as per cGMP’s and company policies.
  • Perform cleaning of equipment and processing room and dispose of rejected tablet and powder as per compliance requirements.
  • Knowledgeable in the relationship between spray rate, and inlet temperature, atomizing pressure, bed temperature, pan speed, and gun to bed distance.
  • Meets all safety expectations and follows all safety practices.
  • Works extended hours and occasional weekend overtime.
  • Other duties as assigned

Other Responsibilities Including Safety:

  • Works in a safe and responsible manner to create an injury-free and incident-free workplace.
  • Complies with all job-related safety and other training requirements.
  • Keeps management informed of area activities and of any significant problems.

Requirements

Education & Qualification:

Level 1

Pay Rate: $21.00 - $25.00

  • High school graduate or GED equivalent
  • 1-2 years of experience

Level 2

Pay Rate: $23.00 - $28.00

  • High school graduate or GED equivalent
  • 2-4 years of experience
  • Operate 2 machines at one time
  • A clear understanding of the principal coating pan operation.
  • Responsible for training

Level 3

Pay Rate: $28.00 - $38.00

  • High school graduate or GED equivalent
  • 5+ years of experience
  • Operate all machines.
  • Solution prep, able to coat / troubleshoot the problems for all products.
  • A thorough understanding of the causes and prevention of common coating problems.
  • Responsible for training
  • Ability to work with minimum to no supervision

Certifications, Licenses, Credentials:

  • N/A

Skills & Ability

  • Demonstrates ability to work in a team and assist others.
  • Able to follow written instructions precisely and perform basic math calculations as required.
  • Understands and is knowledgeable of cGMP, OSHA standards, etc.
  • Mechanically inclined to understand the inner workings of the equipment.
  • Demonstrates the ability to read and write basic English to be able to understand the industry-regulated instruction sheets.
  • Must have attention to detail.

Physical Requirements (lifting, etc.):

  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.; occasionally lift and move up to 75 pounds.
  • Must stand and walk on the production floor for a minimum of 6 hours per shift
  • Uses hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate objects or controls, lifting to waist height and/or above shoulder height, frequent bending from the waist, or squatting, walking short distances.
  • Occasionally works from a rolling ladder or step stool, must be to lean over equipment as well as kneeling on the floor to clean under the equipment.
  • Must be able to wear all PPE including a lab coat, face mask, booties, gloves, safety glasses/goggles, and respirators.

Work Environment (Office, Warehouse, temperature extremes, etc.):

  • Work is regularly performed inside a manufacturing environment where temperatures can be moderate, exposure to dust, odors, noise, and fumes. The noise level is usually moderate. Employees can be exposed daily to chemicals and cleaning agents.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the job responsibilities, duties, skill, or working conditions. In addition, this document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.


USPL is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state, or federal law.


Benefits And Compensation: Our benefits are designed to help you move forward in your career, and in areas of your life outside of USPL. From health and wellness benefit options including: medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, AD&D insurance. We also offer a matched 401(k) savings plan. Employees have the opportunity to receive compensation in the form of premium pay such as overtime, shift differential, holiday pay, sick time, etc. Newly hired employees receive up to 10 days of vacation the first year, which grows to 12 days starting the second year of employment.



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