Gel Prep Operator WW (Nights)

Gel Prep Operator St. Petersburg in the primary softgel development and manufacturing facility in North America. The site has the capability to develop lipid formulations in a dedicated pilot plant which supports rapid transition from laboratory scale to clinical supply. Liquid in bottle, as well as Liquid fill Hard shell capabilities at the facility provide diversification and offerings that increase the speed to clinic. Within the Catalent network, we offer a broad range of integrated formulation and analytical services to solve your most difficult development and manufacturing challenges. Our analytical laboratory provides a full service offering from development of analytical methods to routine QC testing, supporting commercial and development stability studies. With capacity to generate over 18 billion softgels per year and servicing over 100 markets globally, the St. Petersburg site can handle any Over the Counter (OTC), Prescription (Rx), Medical Device, Controlled Substance, or Dietary Supplement manufacturing needs. The facility also contains a segregated hormone manufacturing area that meets current regulatory requirements. In addition to the manufacturing of traditional animal-based gelatin softgels, St. Petersburg site manufactures products in non-gelatin based OptiShell® and Vegicaps® to expand the range of molecules that can be encapsulated.

Summary We have an opportunity for a Gel Prep Operator to join our team. In this role, you will prepare, blend, and mix batches of material by operating blending equipment and completing batch paperwork according to Standard Operating Procedures. You will apply current Good Manufacturing Practices to ensure quality and compliance. This position is essential to maintaining efficient production and supporting our commitment to excellence. Shift: 2/2/3 Work Schedule 7:00pm-7:00am Location: St. Petersburg, FL 100% Onsite The Role Measure and weigh gelatin and dyes using manual and computerized scales; accurately complete documentation related to the gelatin process Process gelatin master batches and color conversion per applicable Standard Operating Procedures and batch record instructions; operate production equipment as required Wash, inspect, and sanitize gelatin receivers and equipment Perform work according to safety policies and practices; handle non-hazardous, hazardous, and DEA waste Notify supervision immediately of any deviation from the batch record, Standard Operating Procedures, or potential production event Perform tasks in other areas as assigned based on shift staffing levels and workload All other duties as assigned The Candidate High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED) is required Basic computer skills including Windows navigation and data entry is required Ability to read, write, and communicate in English; ability to read, interpret, and execute written instructions is required Individual required to sit rarely, stand regularly, walk regularly, and consistently lift up to 50 pounds; no lifting greater than 44.09 pounds without assistance for a work period of up to 12 hours Ability to push and/or pull on average 500 kg (approximately 1,100 pounds) is required Vision requirements include ability to differentiate color (pass the Ishihara Color Vision Screening) and obtain 20/30 acuity in both far and near vision with or without corrective lenses; for Catalent’s in-house screening, the acceptable score is to identify at least 4 of 6 numbers in the circles Preferred Skills & Background Previous manufacturing experience and work in a Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) regulated industry is preferred Why You Should Join Catalent Positive and fast-paced working environment focusing on continually improving processes to remain innovative and dynamic Competitive Paid Time Off plus 8 paid holidays Medical, dental, and vision benefits effective day one of employment Tuition Reimbursement – support to finish your degree or earn a new one