Job Summary
We are looking for a skilled Blister & Encapsulation Operator to operate and maintain blister packing and capsule filling/encapsulation equipment in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. The candidate must follow approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and safety requirements to ensure product quality, productivity, and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
1. Blister Packing Operations
- Operate blister packing machines for tablets and capsules.
- Set up machines according to approved product and batch requirements.
- Monitor forming, feeding, sealing, cutting, and perforation operations.
- Check blister quality, including sealing integrity, pocket formation, and product placement.
- Verify batch details, product codes, and printed packaging materials.
- Perform in-process checks and record results as per approved procedures.
- Identify and report machine breakdowns, defects, and packing abnormalities.
2. Encapsulation / Capsule Filling Operations
- Operate capsule filling and encapsulation machines as per approved instructions.
- Perform machine setup, product changeover, and cleaning activities.
- Monitor capsule filling, capsule locking, and output quality.
- Check capsule appearance, defects, and weight variation as required by the approved procedure.
- Ensure correct handling of products and approved materials.
- Report machine abnormalities and product quality issues to the supervisor or Quality Assurance (QA) team.
3. GMP and Documentation
- Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), SOPs, and hygiene requirements.
- Complete batch manufacturing or packing records accurately and on time.
- Maintain equipment logbooks, cleaning records, and in-process inspection records.
- Follow line clearance and product changeover procedures.
- Prevent cross-contamination and mix-ups by following approved controls.
- Report deviations and abnormal observations to the supervisor.
4. Machine Cleaning and Maintenance
- Perform routine machine cleaning as per approved procedures.
- Inspect machine parts and report wear, damage, or malfunction.
- Coordinate with the maintenance team for preventive maintenance and breakdowns.
- Maintain cleanliness and housekeeping in the production area.
- Follow safety procedures while operating and cleaning equipment.
Required Qualifications
- 10th / 12th Pass / ITI or equivalent qualification.
- 13 years of experience in pharmaceutical blister packing or capsule filling operations.
- Knowledge of GMP, SOPs, line clearance, and batch documentation.
- Experience with blister packing or capsule filling machines is preferred.