Job Description
Sawgrass Nutra Labs is hiring for a Encapsulation Machine Operator!
• Title: Encapsulation Machine Operator
• Location: Jacksonville, FL
• Industry: Nutraceutical Contract Manufacturing
• Hours: Monday-Friday; first 8 weeks of training 6a-2:30p, then preferably 8a-4:30p or later
Overview:
Sawgrass Nutra Labs is a locally owned vitamin and nutritional supplement manufacturer (no pharma/drugs) located on the southside of Jacksonville, near the intersection of J Turner Butler (FL-202) and Belfort Rd. We are looking for a full-time Encapsulation Machine Operator to train under our Lead Encapsulation Machine Operator and learn all activities related to the encapsulation of the powdered food & vitamin product as per formula instructions. Our facility is 100% climate controlled (i.e. all A/C and very comfortable).
Responsibilities:
- Machine set up, calibration, and quality control testing to ensure product is made to specifications
- Optimizing machine operation to maximize output without compromising quality
- Following all manufacturing SOPs based on cGMP and FDA protocols.
- Maintaining continuous operation including filling powder and capsule shell hoppers
- Inspecting completed capsules for any defects including visual blemishes or out of specification
- weights
- Documenting all aspects of production including batch output quantities
- Breakdown, cleaning, and sanitizing all encapsulator machine parts after each production run
- Maintaining clean and sanitary working environment
- Working with Quality Control personnel to support independent quality control processes
Qualifications:
- Experience with operating machinery, preferably in a production or manufacturing environment
- No food allergies (some supplement products may contain nuts, eggs, etc.)
- Attention to detail
- Lift up to 50 lbs
- Communicate in English
- Stand for extended periods
- Comfortable working in climate controlled environment (65 to 70 degrees)
- Mechanical or machinery skills (preferred but not required)
- Employment process includes background check, drug screen, and references check.
-Auto Encapsulation Machine example = https://youtu.be/dSaaT4wrXuc
Apply today if you think the Encapsulation Machine Operator is the career for you!