Somerset, NJ, 08873, USA
3 days ago
Machine Operator
**Job Title: Machine Operator** **Job Description** The Encapsulation Operator is responsible for the operation and set-up of Liquid Filling machines and Banding Sealing 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 Operator is accountable for overall production line performance including safety, quality, and line efficiency. Operators must be capable of operating multiple similar machines at one time and learning to operate a variety of equipment within the manufacturing area. **Responsibilities** + Set up and operate Liquid Filling machines and Banding Sealing machines according to SOPs and cGMP regulations. + Perform cleaning and light mechanical adjustments on machines. + Ensure overall production line performance including safety, quality, and efficiency. + Operate multiple similar machines simultaneously. + Make necessary machine adjustments to ensure smooth operation for required quality and quantity. + Ensure full compliance with company policies, procedures, GMPs, and SOPs. + Complete and sign documentation such as operation logs and batch records in compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements. + Inspect products for quality during operation and perform all required sampling and testing. + Perform basic and routine maintenance activities. + Cross-train in other areas to support the manufacturing process as needed. + Monitor, clean, sanitize, and reassemble all required equipment. + Meet all safety expectations and follow all safety practices. + Maintain proper gowning and hygiene to ensure the integrity of the product as per cGMPs and company policies. + Perform all other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor. + Comply with all job-related safety and other training requirements. + Keep management informed of area activities and any significant problems. **Essential Skills** + Experience in encapsulation and liquid encapsulation processes. + Machine operating skills with 2+ years of experience in GMP environments (pharmaceutical, cosmetics, food, etc.). + Mechanically inclined with the ability to perform light mechanical adjustments. + Experience in production, particularly within the pharmaceutical industry. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Ability to make necessary machine adjustments for smooth operations. + Full compliance with company policies, GMPs, and SOPs. + Capability to complete and sign necessary documentation accurately. + Ensuring product quality through inspection, sampling, and testing. + Basic routine maintenance skills. + Cross-training ability to support various manufacturing processes. + Maintaining proper hygiene and gowning standards. **Why Work Here?** Join a company that values safety, quality, and efficiency. You will have the opportunity to work in a temperature-controlled environment with a supportive team. We offer comprehensive training and the chance to cross-train in different areas, enhancing your skills and career growth. Our commitment to compliance and quality ensures a stable and reliable work environment. **Work Environment** The work environment is temperature-controlled and may have a smell of fish oils due to the nature of the products. The company currently runs 5 days a week across 3 shifts. Starting in January 2025, we will be operating 24/7 with shifts rotating between 4-12 hour days one week and 3-12 hour days the following week. Applicants must be open to this new schedule to qualify for interviewing. **Job Type & Location** This is a Permanent position based out of Franklin Township, New Jersey **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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