HCM operator-7

Lonza; India; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

Lonza in India is seeking an Operator – HCM to safely operate HCM, ILD, and iBox machines within GMP standards. You will participate in structured training and gain hands-on experience while ensuring timely production and quality records.

Ideal candidates hold an ITI or Diploma and have entry-level pharmaceutical manufacturing exposure. The role emphasizes teamwork, hygiene, and compliance during shifts, with opportunities to upskill across multiple equipment lines.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of GMP and manufacturing discipline.
• Ability to operate and maintain production machinery.
• Attention to detail for defect identification and quality compliance.
• Willingness to learn and upskill across HCM, ILD, and iBox operations.
• Education: ITI or Diploma.
• Entry-level experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing or similar environment.

Responsibilities

• Follow gowning procedures, personal hygiene, safety, and GMP guidelines.
• Operate HCM, ILD, and iBox machines to achieve optimal production output.
• Perform shift handover and takeover at the workplace.
• Follow WOPs and SOPs to meet defined process parameters.
• Conduct capsule sampling, identify defects, and record inspection results.
• Take corrective actions for quality deviations and production issues.
• Coordinate with Gelatin Melting (GMR) and Engineering teams for smooth operations.
• Maintain production documentation, machine logs, and quality records.
• Perform machine changeovers, line clearance, and equipment setup for new orders.
• Clean and inspect machines during changeovers and shutdowns.
• Execute jobs assigned during plant shutdown periods.
• Participate in and complete all mandatory training programs.

Skills

GMP knowledge

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Good communication

Education

ITI or Diploma

Tools

HCM

ILD

iBox

Job description

The Operator – HCM is responsible for achieving efficient and safe operation of HCM, equipment within defined quality and GMP standards. The role ensures timely product delivery, adherence to production parameters, and compliance with safety and regulatory requirements during assigned shifts.

What You Will Get:

Hands-on experience operating HCM, ILD, Borsor, and iBox machines

Structured on-the-job and GMP training

Opportunity to enhance technical and operational skills

Safe and collaborative manufacturing environment

What You Will Do:

Follow gowning procedures, personal hygiene, safety, and GMP guidelines

Operate HCM, ILD, and iBox machines to achieve optimal production output

Perform shift handover and takeover at the workplace

Follow WOPs and SOPs to meet defined process parameters

Conduct capsule sampling, identify defects, and record inspection results

Take corrective actions for quality deviations and production issues

Coordinate with Gelatin Melting (GMR) and Engineering teams for smooth operations

Maintain production documentation, machine logs, and quality records

Perform machine changeovers, line clearance, and equipment setup for new orders

Clean and inspect machines during changeovers and shutdowns

Execute jobs assigned during plant shutdown periods

Participate in and complete all mandatory training programs

What We Are Looking For:

Strong understanding of GMP and manufacturing discipline

Ability to operate and maintain production machinery

Attention to detail for defect identification and quality compliance

Good teamwork, communication, and discipline on shift operations

Willingness to learn and upskill across HCM, ILD, and iBox operations

Education: ITI or Diploma

Experience: Entry-level experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing or similar environment

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across three continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.

Lonza’s Capsules & Health Ingredients business isthetrusted partner for innovative products, including capsules and health ingredients, customization services and end-to-end dosage form solutions for pharmaceutical and nutraceutical companies