Capsulation​/Tableting Machine Operator

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Capsulation/ Tableting Machine Operator Livermore, California

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MANTUFACTURING PLANT IN LIVERMORE CA IS LOOKING FOR 2 CAPSULATION/ TABLETING MACHINE OPERATORS FOR THEIR 1ST SHIFT. MUST BE OPEN TO POTENTIALLY MOVING TO 2ND SHIFT IN THE FUTURE THOUGH (FURTHER DOWN THE LINE).

SHIFT: 1ST 7AM-330PM

PAYS: $24-$27 HOURLY

LOOK FOR SOMEONE WITH THE FOLLOWING:

• CAPSULATION OR TABLET OPERATING XP
• XP WITH MACHINE SETUPS, CHANGEOVERS
• XP WITH SOME MECHANICAL APTITUDE
• XP DOING QUALITY CHECKS ON FINISHED GOODS
• XP WITH DOCUMENTATION LOTS OF DOCUMENTATION HERE

Summary: Seeking a Capsule Machine Operator responsible for setting up, operating, cleaning, and maintaining capsule manufacturing equipment while ensuring high-quality production and compliance with GMP and safety standards.

• Set up, sanitize, operate, and perform routine maintenance on capsule machines.
• Load ingredients, make machine adjustments, and run test batches to ensure correct setup.
• Monitor production to ensure capsule quality, weight, size, and consistency.
• Remove defective capsules and document finished and rejected counts.
• Clean machines, tools, pans, and work areas after each batch and end of shift.
• Request QC swab tests after cleaning and complete all cleaning/production logs.
• Transfer finished capsules to drying or storage areas and ensure all pans remain covered.
• Follow all SOPs, GMPs, safety rules, and company policies.
• Meet production goals and communicate issues to supervisors.

• High school diploma or equivalent; 1–2 years manufacturing or machine operation experience preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot machines.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs, stand/walk for long periods, and perform repetitive motions.
• Bilingual and forklift certification a plus.

• Warehouse setting with varying temperatures and moderate–high noise levels.
• Requires use of PPE (gloves, mask, hairnet, etc.).
• Exposure to powders, odors, and small particles.

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