Cleaning Operator

Smart Media; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Granules Pharmaceuticals Inc. in Chantilly, VA is seeking a Cleaning Operator to perform sanitation across manufacturing areas, ensuring GMP compliance and safe handling of cleaning agents. You will follow SOPs, maintain records, and support facility shutdown cleanings, with PPE usage and teamwork in a GMP environment.

This is an individual contributor role reporting to the Manufacturing Supervisor. Requirements include a high school diploma and knowledge of GMP practices, strong attention to

Qualifications

• Knowledge of GMP and pharmaceutical manufacturing practices preferred.
• Ability to follow written procedures, instructions, and SOPs.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Comfort with reporting and documentation practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine cleaning of manufacturing rooms, equipment, floors, walls, ceilings, corridors and other designated areas.
• Execute cleaning activities according to SOPs and cleaning schedules.
• Maintain GMP-compliant conditions in manufacturing and support areas.
• Safely handle, prepare, and use cleaning agents and sanitizing chemicals.
• Complete cleaning records, logbooks, and related documentation accurately.
• Wear and properly use required PPE and maintain housekeeping standards.

Skills

GMP knowledge

SOP compliance

Documentation

PPE usage

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Description

Granules Pharmaceuticals Inc., (GPI) is a subsidiary of Granules India LTD. Over the past 34 years, we have worked towards strengthening our core and we are currently the 10th fastest growing generic pharma company in the US! With our sites in Chantilly and Manassas, Virginia, we have R&D through manufacturing and packaging of our medicines including pulsatile drug release in tablet and capsule dosage form, orally disintegrating modified release tablets (XR, MR, ER), modified release suspension and controlled substances capabilities in an abuse deterrent technology platform. We are dedicated to excellence in manufacturing, quality, and commercialization of generic drugs to give customers reliable and affordable options. The Cleaning Operator is responsible for performing cleaning and sanitation activities throughout the manufacturing facility to ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), company procedures, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.

Principle Accountabilities

• Perform routine cleaning and sanitation of manufacturing rooms, equipment, floors, walls, ceilings, corridors, and other designated facility areas.
• Execute cleaning activities according to approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and cleaning schedules.
• Ensure manufacturing and support areas are maintained in a clean, sanitary, and GMP-compliant condition.
• Safely handle, prepare, and use cleaning agents and sanitation chemicals in accordance with approved procedures.
• Clean, inspect, and maintain cleaning tools and equipment.
• Perform cleaning and sanitization of ancillary items and manufacturing accessories required for production activities, ensuring compliance with GMP requirements.
• Complete cleaning records, logbooks, and related documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain proper housekeeping standards throughout assigned areas.
• Follow all GMP, safety, environmental, and quality requirements.
• Wear and properly use required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Report facility, equipment, safety, and housekeeping concerns to the supervisor.
• Support special cleaning activities, sanitation projects, and facility shutdown cleanings as assigned.
• Assist other departments with cleaning-related activities when required.
• Maintain compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain and replenish gowning supplies in the gowning rooms to ensure compliance with GMP requirements and uninterrupted manufacturing operations.

Management Responsibility

Individual contributor position.

Reports to

Manufacturing Supervisor/ Manager

Internal/External Contacts

• Manufacturing Personnel
• Production Supervisors

Requirements

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of GMP requirements and pharmaceutical manufacturing practices preferred.
• Ability to follow written procedures, work instructions, and SOPs.
• Understanding of cleaning and sanitation principles.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to complete documentation accurately.
• Ability to safely handle cleaning chemicals and sanitizing agents.
• Basic understanding of workplace safety requirements and PPE usage.

Experience & Education

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Physical Requirements/Working Environment

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Frequent bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, and lifting.
• Ability to lift and move cleaning supplies, materials, and equipment.
• Ability to work in a GMP environment.
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals and sanitation agents.
• Must wear required PPE and comply with gowning requirements.

Travel

N/A

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.