Technician

Purpose

The candidate will be primarily responsible for operation and cleaning of granulation machines.

Department

OSD Manufacturing

Reporting To

Assistant Manager (Section Manager)

Location

Pithampur

Years Of Experience

2-4 years

Dosage Form

Solid Oral

Granulation Operations

Job Responsibilities / Deliverables

Set and Operate ACG, GEA, Glatt and other Fluid Bed Equipment (FBE) for Top Spray and Bottom Spray granulation

Set and Operate HSMG of Tapasya, GEA, Glatt and other as per approved SOPs and Batch Manufacturing Records (BMR).

Set and Operate Bin blender and octagonal blender of M/s. RPPRODUCT, SAAN and other make.

Operate and maintain associated equipment including Rotary Sifter, Multi Mill, Cone Mill, and Stirrer for material processing activities.

Ensure calibration of balances, correct machine settings, batch start up and challenge and in process checks

Performs basic troubleshooting and autonomous maintenance of Granulation machines.

Quality Compliance

Perform in process checks like sieve integrity, LOD etc as per BMR.

Monitor rejections and ensure minimal rejection and losses during batch run.

Carry out cleaning activities and line clearance as per SOP before and after batch.

Maintains hygiene and discipline in manufacturing area.

Documentation And Compliance

Maintain accurate and timely records for BMR and logbooks including equipment usage logs

Report deviations, machine malfunctions or breakdowns to supervisors promptly

Fills BMR and logbooks online during start up and while in operation for in process. Assists in reconciliation and rejections of in process.

Teamwork and Coordination

Coordinates activities of contractual staff for smooth functioning of granulation line

Train junior operators, contractual as and when required.

Qualifications

Qualifications & pre-requisites

ITI, Diploma in Pharmacy, Diploma in Eng, B.Sc.

Total experience of 2-4 years.

Must be able to work in shifts as needed.

Skills Required

Good communication skills to communicate with co-workers & supervisors

High level of personal and workplace hygiene and compliance.

Additional Notes

Role is expected to work in all shifts.