Finishing Operator

Finishing OperatorPosition SummaryWork Schedule: Rotating 12-hour shift from 7:00AM to 7:00PM EST, operating on a two-week cycle. Week 1 includes Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday; Week 2 includes Wednesday and Thursday.100% on-siteJoin Catalent's flagship softgel development and manufacturing facility in North America, located in St. Petersburg, FL, with a capacity of 18 billion capsules per year. This role offers competitive pay, day-one benefits, and career growth in a state-of-the-art, turn-key facility.As a Finishing Operator, you will contribute to the manufacturing of pharmaceutical softgels, gaining hands-on experience with multiple technologies and equipment. You'll also collaborate with the on-site Product Development team to support new product innovations.The RolePerform quality inspections to identify and remove sub-standard softgels and foreign materials, following SOPs and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).Operate and program machines for cleaning, counting, and packaging capsules; load sealed cartons for shipment staging.Accurately complete Finishing process documentation: inspect, approve, or reject softgels and conduct re-inspections as needed.Handle and stage tray stacks for inspection or packaging; operate softgel washers, counting line machines, and scales. Operate softgel printing machines as needed; perform line clearances and clean empty trays for reuse.Package softgels in bulk, label cartons accurately, and transfer sealed cartons to the box room or warehouse.Adhere to all safety policies and procedures; maintain a clean and organized work area. Handle non-hazardous, hazardous, and DEA waste in compliance with regulations.Notify supervision of potential quality issues; participate in cross-training and perform tasks across departments as assigned.Other duties as assigned.QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent required; Previous manufacturing experience in a GMP-regulated industry preferred.Ability to sit, stand, walk, and lift up to 30 lbs regularly during a 12-hour shift; must be able to access the manufacturing floor.No lifting over 44.09 lbs without assistance; must be able to push/pull up to 500 kg (approximately 1,100 lbs).Must pass Ishihara Color Vision Screening and achieve 20/30 visual acuity (near and far), with or without corrective lenses.Primary workstation is in a high-noise manufacturing area with exposure to industrial chemicals, detergents, flammable materials, and potent drug compounds; annual physical required for handling potent compounds.Work schedule may include nights, weekends, and overtime as needed.Why You Should Join CatalentTuition reimbursement to support educational goalsWellHub program to promote physical wellness & Access to Perkspot discounts from over 900 merchants152 hours of PTO plus 8 paid holidaysMedical, dental, and vision benefits effective day oneDefined career path with annual performance reviewsInclusive culture with active Employee Resource Groups & Community engagement and green initiativesStrong potential for career growth within a mission-driven organizationCatalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career! Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life-saving and life-enhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference.Personal initiative. Dynamic pace. Meaningful work.Visit Catalent Careers to explore career opportunities.Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans.