Operator II – Granulation

Piramal Pharma Limited; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Piramal Pharma Solutions is seeking a Manufacturing Operator II – Granulation to join our Granulation team. The role involves setup, operation, and cleaning of granulation equipment in a cGMP environment, ensuring adherence to SOPs and batch records.

You will monitor process parameters, document production activities, and support cross-functional teams in a fast-paced manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and 3–5 years of regulated manufacturing experience, with

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 3–5 years in pharma/regulated manufacturing preferred.
• Experience in a cGMP environment required.
• Experience operating granulation equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, monitor, disassemble, clean, and reassemble granulation equipment per approved procedures.
• Perform granulation operations while ensuring batch records, SOPs, cGMP requirements, and safety standards.
• Monitor process parameters and equipment performance to ensure product quality.
• Conduct visual inspections and escalate concerns as needed.
• Ensure cleaning between batches to prevent cross-contamination and maintain compliance.
• Document production activities accurately, including batch records and logs.
• Maintain training compliance on SOPs and work instructions.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

## Operator II – GranulationApply: Sellersville: Full time: Posted Today: R00004146***Be the First to Apply*****Division**Piramal Pharma SolutionsPiramal Pharma Solutions is a contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO), offering end-to-end development and manufacturing solutions across the drug life cycle. We serve our clients through a globally integrated network of facilities in North America, Europe and Asia.This enables us to offer a comprehensive range of services including Drug Discovery Solutions, Process & Pharmaceutical Development services, Clinical Trial Supplies, Commercial supply of APIs and Finished dosage forms. We also offer specialized services like development and manufacture of Highly Potent APIs and Antibody Drug Conjugation. Our capability as an integrated service provider & experience with various technologies enables us to serve Innovator and Generic companies worldwide. For more details, please visit : www.piramalpharmasolutions.comJob TitleOperator II – GranulationJob DescriptionThe Manufacturing Operator II – Granulation is responsible for the setup, operation, monitoring, cleaning, disassembly, and reassembly of granulation equipment in accordance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and safety requirements. Equipment may include low-shear and high-shear mixers, mills, and fluid bed dryers. This position plays a critical role in producing high-quality pharmaceutical products and may provide support in other Manufacturing or Packaging departments based on business needs.## **Position Summary**The Manufacturing Operator II – Granulation is responsible for the setup, operation, monitoring, cleaning, disassembly, and reassembly of granulation equipment in accordance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and safety requirements. Equipment may include low-shear and high-shear mixers, mills, and fluid bed dryers.This position plays a critical role in producing high-quality pharmaceutical products and may provide support in other Manufacturing or Packaging departments based on business needs.**Shift Hours: Monday - Thursday, 6:00 PM - 4:00 AM**### **Essential Duties & Responsibilities*** Set up, operate, monitor, disassemble, clean, and reassemble granulation equipment in accordance with approved procedures.* Perform granulation operations while ensuring adherence to batch records, SOPs, cGMP requirements, and safety standards.* Monitor process parameters and equipment performance to ensure product quality and process consistency.* Conduct visual inspections to identify product defects, equipment issues, or process irregularities and escalate concerns as needed.* Ensure equipment, tools, and manufacturing areas are thoroughly cleaned between batches to prevent cross-contamination and maintain compliance.* Complete production documentation accurately and in a timely manner, including batch records and associated logs.* Review, understand, and maintain training compliance on applicable SOPs and work instructions through internal learning systems.* Support departmental production goals and performance metrics.* Build and maintain effective working relationships with cross-functional teams.* Work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.* Follow all Safety, Health, Environmental, and Quality policies and procedures.* Provide support in other Manufacturing or Packaging operations as business needs require.* Perform other duties as assigned.### ### **Education, Experience & Qualifications*** High School Diploma or GED required.* Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered.* Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in a pharmaceutical, chemical, biochemical, food, or other regulated manufacturing environment preferred.* Experience working in a cGMP-regulated environment required.* Prior experience operating granulation equipment is preferred.* Ability to read, interpret, and follow SOPs, batch records, and manufacturing documentation.* Flexibility to work various shifts, overtime, weekends, or holidays based on business needs.### ### **Physical Requirements*** Ability to lift up to 40 pounds regularly and assist in moving drums weighing up to 300 pounds using appropriate equipment and safe work practices.* Ability to safely operate and work around manufacturing equipment.* Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and use hands for extended periods during a scheduled shift.* Must possess sufficient vision, hearing, and communication skills to perform essential job functions safely and effectively.* Ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including respiratory protection where applicable.* Must be able to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to pharmaceutical powders, chemicals, and cleaning agents.* Must not have allergies or sensitivities that would prevent the safe performance of job duties in a production environment.### ### **Working Conditions*** Manufacturing environment with routine exposure to pharmaceutical materials, powders, cleaning agents, machinery, and varying temperatures.* May require the use of personal protective equipment and adherence to gowning requirements.* Overtime and weekend work may be required based on production schedules and business needs.