Walk-in || Apprentice Operator

Role & responsibilities

To support the Production Department in the safe and efficient operation of container/ampoule / vial washing and filling equipment for SVP pharmaceutical formulations

Preferred candidate profile

A. Washing Machine Operations

• Assist in operating the container/bottle/ampoule washing machine as per approved SOP.
• Perform machine start-up, operation and shutdown activities under supervision.
• Ensure proper loading and unloading of containers.
• Monitor washing parameters such as pressure, water supply and machine speed as applicable.
• Ensure proper washing and cleanliness of containers before transfer to the next process.
• Identify abnormal machine conditions, leakage, blockage, breakage or unusual noise and immediately inform the supervisor.
• Maintain cleanliness of the washing machine and surrounding area.
• Follow approved SOPs, work instructions and safety procedures.

B. Filling Machine Operations

• Assist in operating the filling machine under the guidance of the authorized operator/supervisor.
• Ensure correct product, container and packaging components are available before starting the operation.
• Support line clearance activities as instructed.
• Check proper feeding/alignment of containers to the filling line.
• Monitor filling operation and report abnormalities such as under-filling, over-filling, leakage, container breakage or machine stoppage.
• Assist in maintaining required filling parameters as per approved batch documents and SOPs.
• Ensure rejected/damaged containers are segregated and identified properly.
• Support machine cleaning and changeover activities as per SOP.