Operator - Liquid Manufacturing

Himalaya Wellness Europe; Dubai; On-site; AED 78,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Himalaya Wellness Europe is seeking an Operator - Liquid Manufacturing in Dubai Industrial City to support a greenfield pharmaceutical manufacturing setup. You will handle the preparation, compounding, and processing of liquid formulations while ensuring GMP compliance and product quality.

The role requires operating and maintaining liquid manufacturing equipment, monitoring production parameters, and collaborating with QA, QC and engineering teams to resolve issues.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or ITI or diploma in pharmaceutical/chemical related field.
• Experience: 2–5 years in liquid manufacturing operations in pharma or FMCG.
• Strong GMP, SOP and regulatory compliance knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor liquid manufacturing equipment (mixers, reactors, filtration) per SOPs.
• Perform batch preparation and compounding per batch manufacturing records.
• Weighing, measuring, and addition of raw materials per GMP guidelines.
• Monitor temperature, pressure, pH, and viscosity to meet formulations.
• Maintain batch records and process documentation per regulatory requirements.
• Conduct in-process quality checks to ensure product consistency.
• Collaborate with QA/QC and engineering to resolve issues and deviations.
• Ensure cleaning, sanitization, and sterilization of tanks and pipelines.
• Adhere to safety protocols, PPE, and EHS regulations.

Skills

Mixing

Compounding

Filtration equipment

GMP knowledge

SOP familiarity

Documentation accuracy

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma / ITI / Diploma in Pharmaceutical or Chemical

Job description

Job Title: Operator - Operator Liquid Manufacturing

Location: Dubai Industrial City, Dubai

Employment Type: Full-Time

Reports To: Department Leads

Position Summary

As part of a greenfield pharmaceutical manufacturing setup, the Operator - Liquid Manufacturing plays a crucial role in handling the preparation, compounding, and processing of liquid formulations while ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and regulatory guidelines. The incumbent is responsible for operating and maintaining liquid manufacturing equipment, monitoring production parameters, and ensuring product quality during the manufacturing process.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor liquid manufacturing equipment including mixers, homogenizers, reactors, and filtration units as per SOPs.
• Perform batch preparation, ingredient mixing, and compounding as per batch manufacturing records (BMR).
• Ensure accurate weighing, measuring, and addition of raw materials following GMP guidelines.
• Monitor temperature, pressure, pH levels, and viscosity to ensure compliance with formulation standards.
• Maintain batch records, logbooks, and process documentation as per regulatory requirements.
• Conduct in-process quality checks to ensure product consistency and uniformity.
• Work closely with QA, QC, and engineering teams to resolve production issues and deviations.
• Ensure proper cleaning, sanitization, and sterilization of manufacturing tanks, pipelines, and equipment.
• Adhere to safety protocols, PPE requirements, and environmental health & safety (EHS) regulations.
• Identify and report any deviations, defects, or equipment malfunctions to the maintenance team.
• Participate in regulatory audits and inspections, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Optimize the liquid manufacturing process to enhance efficiency and reduce wastage.

CANDIDATE SPECIFICATION

EXPERIENCE + EXPOSURE + EDUCATION

• Education: High school diploma / ITI / Diploma in Pharmaceutical, Chemical, or related field.
• Experience: Minimum 2-5 years in liquid manufacturing operations in a pharmaceutical or FMCG industry.

Key Skills

• Hands-on experience with mixing, compounding, and filtration equipment.
• Strong knowledge of GMP, SOPs, and regulatory compliance in liquid formulation.
• Familiarity with sterile and non-sterile liquid manufacturing processes.
• Basic troubleshooting skills for liquid processing equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.

Key Competencies

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, regulated environment.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills to coordinate with cross-functional teams.
• Commitment to safety, compliance, and process optimization.
• Problem-solving and adaptability in liquid manufacturing operations.