Packaging Operator

The Packaging Operator is pivotal in the MDI product packaging process at the manufacturing site ensuring compliance with cGMP customer specifications and SOPs. They are tasked with executing packaging operations safely and efficiently to uphold product quality standards. This role holds significant responsibility in maintaining the integrity of the packaging process and ensuring that all procedures are followed meticulously.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Understanding the basics of mechanical machinery and principles of control systems.
• Operating pharmaceutical packaging equipment efficiently to minimize rejections and maximize output while maintaining quality standards.
• Cleaning machines and areas during batchtobatch and producttoproduct changeovers.
• Performing operations and preventative maintenance on machines.
• Identifying and assisting in corrective actions for packagingrelated issues.
• Ensuring correct status labeling at all stages of the packing line with signature.
• Performing equipment calibrations and maintaining records.
• Conducting line clearance before initiating packaging activities.
• Wearing appropriate PPE as per SOP before starting the process.
• Working individually and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Executing procedures in a safe and efficient manner.
• Completing documents accurately and timely.
• Adhering to cGMPs compliance/regulatory mandates and quality requirements.
• Following company policies and procedures.
• Ensuring proper safe use of equipment according to Health and amp; Safety procedures and Equipment Manuals.
• Performing other related duties as assigned.

Other Responsibilities:

• Maintaining 100% cGMP and amp; Compliance during operation hours.
• Following Departmental SOPs.
• Reporting all issues to the department head or reporting manager.
• Performing daily maintenance on equipment and machinery.
• Maintaining discipline in the department.
• Assisting in the training of other employees.
• Flexibility to work extended hours as needed to meet manufacturing schedules.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Advanced vocational training or education preferred.
• A minimum of one (1) year of experience in packaging operations is preferred.
• Proficiency in English (Speaking/Reading/Writing).
• Knowledge of fundamental cGMP and regulatory requirements in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Basic understanding of mechanical machinery and control systems.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in team environments.
• Knowledge of Health and amp; Safety procedures including OSHA.
• Strong mathematical and organizational skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to do heavy lifting/bending frequently.
• Ability to wear appropriate PPE.
• May be required to wear respiratory devices such as Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPR) or Supplied Air Respirators (SAR).

Training and Safety: All employees undergo various training activities with periodic new trainings and retrainings. Adherence to safety health and environmental guidelines is mandatory at all times during machine handling.