Encapsulation / Softgel Machine Operator
SFG Engineering Services
This is a Contract Role
Responsibilities :
· Operate a soft gel machine that produce capsule and tablets
· Ensures materials are correct and fed to encapsulation machinery in accordance with specific procedures.
· Uses hand tools to adjust equipment controls and operating parts as appropriate to product
· Continuously monitors the production process, ensuring the ribbon thickness meets standards, temperature is appropriate to product, and weight and size of finished product meets specifications
· Troubleshoots any equipment/process problems and resolves as quickly as possible
· Performs changeovers from one product or batch to another , disassembles equipment and clean according to procedures, reassembles and makes ready for next batch , works with tooling/set –ups
· Scoops capsules onto trays, spreads them into a single layer and stack for drying, completes stacks cards accurately and completely
· Lifts containers of in process, raw, finished or waste products and transports within department as necessary
· Maintains required logs and other records accurately and completely. Uses computer to enter the data
· Perform all duties in compliance with safety rules, standards operating procedures and good manufacturing practices
· Perform other related duties as assigned
· Manufacture gelatine
Please Note: This is NOT a position for Fitters & Turners