Trainee Technician, Production

Apotex Inc.; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Apotex Inc. in Bengaluru, India, seeks an experienced operator for the compounding production line. The role involves executing and documenting Sifting, Blending, Bin Docking, Compaction, Granulation and Dispensing activities, while ensuring cGMP and GDP compliance.

The candidate will operate equipment such as Vibro sifter, Quadro Comill, and Bin Blender, participate in calibration and training activities, and uphold safety and quality standards across the shift.

Qualifications

• GMPs and Good Documentation Practices are required to ensure quality.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in production processes.
• Education: a minimum degree in B.Sc/D.Pharm/Diploma/ITI/SSLC.

Responsibilities

• Execute operation and cleaning of Sifting, Blending, Bin Docking, Compaction, Granulation and Dispensing in the Compounding area.
• Perform calibration and maintenance activities on equipment such as Vibro sifter, Quadro Comill and other listed tools.
• Maintain training records and support cross-functional trainings when assigned.
• Comply with cGMP and GDP standards and document environmental conditions on the line.
• Follow health, safety, and ethics requirements and support quality policies.

Skills

GMP knowledge

Documentation practices

Communication

Problem solving

Education

B.Sc/D.Pharm/Diploma/ITI/SSLC

Tools

Vibro sifter

Quadro Comill

Bin Blender

Cage blenders

Roller Compactors

LAF

Job description

About Apotex Inc.

Apotex is a Canadian-based global health company. We improve everyday access to affordable, innovative medicines and health products for millions of people worldwide, with a broad portfolio of generic, biosimilar, innovative branded pharmaceuticals and consumer health products. Headquartered in Toronto, with regional offices globally, including in the United States, Mexico and India, we are the largest Canadian-based pharmaceutical company and a health partner of choice for the Americas for pharmaceutical licensing and product acquisitions.

About Apotex Inc.

Apotex is a Canadian-based global health company. We improve everyday access to affordable, innovative medicines and health products for millions of people worldwide, with a broad portfolio of generic, biosimilar, innovative branded pharmaceuticals and consumer health products. Headquartered in Toronto, with regional offices globally, including in the United States, Mexico and India, we are the largest Canadian-based pharmaceutical company and a health partner of choice for the Americas for pharmaceutical licensing and product acquisitions. For more information visit: www.apotex.com .

Job Summary

Responsible role holder in the manufacturing process of compounding section to carry out Sifting, Blending, Compaction, Bin Docking, Granulation & Dispensing (operation and cleaning) and other General activities following cGMP & GDP standards as per the procedures.

Job Responsibilities

• To involve in execution of operation and cleaning of Sifting, Blending, Bin Docking, Compaction, Granulation & Dispensing and other general activities in Compounding.
• To handle and perform Operation, Cleaning & Calibration activities of equipments like, Vibro sifter, Quadro Comill, Bin Blender and Cage blenders, Roller Compactors, LAF in Dispensing and other portable & Non portable equipments and Accesssories etc.,which ever are used in (Compounding) production deparment.
• To keep update in all training activities and other cross functional departments trainings (as and when assigned) in learning plan.
• To be a Qualified Operator and Visual inspector as per Qualification for cleaning activities in Compounding.
• To work inline with the cGMP requirements like (But not limited to) Status Labelling, In-Process test execution, on line documenting of environmental conditions and pressure difference monitoring, Weighing and Calibration activities to be followed.
• To follow Good Documentation Practices.
• To execute batch as per instruction given in batch document (MMaR and Protocol).
• To involve in equipment/area qualification activities as per the requirement and/or product / systems associatred with all regular activities directly / indirectly supporting the entire product life cycle.
• To execute/Support and elevate to supervisor in case of equipment break down due to power failure, critical / unknown alarms, movement of equipments, material and parts in order to avoid incidents.
• To follow health and Hygiene practices and adhere to safety and compliance aspects in all the steps in the production area.
• To perform all other duties, documentation and execution activities assigned by respective supervisor based on business and compliance requirement.
• Works in a safe manner collaborating as a team member to achieve all outcomes.
• Performs all work in support of our Corporate values. Demonstrates strong and visible support of our values.
• Ensure personal adherence with all compliance programs including the Global Business Ethics and Compliance Program, Global Quality policies and procedures, Safety and Environment policies, and HR policies.
• All other relevant duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Education
• Minimum degree in B.Sc/D.Pharm/Diploma/ITI/SSLC.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Proficient knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) & Good Documentation Practices.
• Efficient communication, strategic thinking and problem solving skills.
• Adequate knowledge to understand the written procedures and policies.
• Experience
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the production process

At Apotex, we are committed to fostering a welcoming andaccessible work environment, where all everyone feels valued, respected, and supported to succeed.

We offer accommodation for applicants with disabilities as part of its recruitment process. If you are contacted to arrange for an interview or testing, please advise us if you require an accommodation.