Operator Finishing

Job# : 2085822

Job Description :

Apex is seeking an Operator to join a Pharmaceutical company in Saint Petersburg, Florida.

Under supervision, performs quality inspections to identify and remove sub-standard quality softgels and foreign materials from product lots according to Standard Operating Procedures and applying current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP). Programs and operates machines that clean and count capsules in the final stage of the production cycle. Packages capsules in cartons and loads sealed cartons for shipment staging.

Responsibilities :

• Accurately completes documentation related to the Finishing process.
• Inspects softgels to either approve or reject for quality. Performs re-inspection when necessary.
• Handles tray stacks and stages stacks for inspection or packaging.
• Inspects and cleans empty trays for use in the production cycle.
• Operates softgel washers and counting line machines, including scales. May be required to operate softgel printing machines.
• Performs line clearances between product lots.
• Packages softgels in bulk and properly identifies cartons of softgels with product labels.
• Transfers sealed cartons of softgels in box room or warehouse, when necessary.
• Performs work according to safety policies and practices related to the position.
• Handles non-hazardous, hazardous and DEA waste.
• Maintains a clean work area.
• Notifies Supervision immediately regarding potential quality issues which may require QA notification.
• Cross - training to perform tasks, operate equipment and maintain the necessary documentation in other production departments will be required.
• Depending on shift staffing level and / or the workload, an operator could be assigned to perform tasks in an area different than her / his primary position / business unit.
• Update SOPs for assigned department as needed.

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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview :   Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses / books / seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.