Compression Operator

University of Fort Hare; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A pharmaceutical concern is seeking a Compression Operator in Cape Town. The successful applicant will ensure compliance with GMP and Quality standards while maintaining production equipment. Duties involve problem-solving, training, and participation in Continuous Improvement Initiatives. Production experience and a Matric Certificate are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Production experience is essential.
• Technical aptitude and mechanical ability are advantageous.
• Shift work and overtime may be required when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Ensure GMP, EHS and Quality compliance during the execution of Production Plan.
• Perform minor settings and maintenance of equipment.
• Ensure documentation for batch release is completed accurately.

Skills

Problem Solving

Manual Dexterity

Education

Matric Certificate

Job description

Pharmaceutical concern seeking a Compression Operator to join their Team.

Duties / Responsibilities:
Ensure GMP, EHS and Quality compliance during the execution of the Production Plan and all related

• Ensure that production equipment housekeeping is maintained to standard and pharmaceutical industry expectations. This includes strip down, cleaning and reassembling of equipment and relevant production area.

• Perform minor settings and autonomous maintenance and operation of equipment in accordance with approved SOPs and WIs.

• Ensure that all documentation required for the release of a batch are completed on time and accurately in order to service the customer when required and meet quality standards and pharmaceutical expectations.

• Participate in root cause investigation and problem solving activities.

• Hourly tracking of output against set targets and actively participates in performance management.

• Updating of Visual Performance Measurements in production area.

• Ensure components and bulks are staged and signed on, with necessary checklists completed.

• Assist with material handling and component checks when required.

• Provide training when required.

• Support and participate in the Continuous Improvement Initiatives.

Qualifications / Experience / Requirements:

• Matric Certificate

• Production experience is essential

Technical aptitude and mechanical ability is advantageous

• Good problem solving skills

• Shift work and overtime may be required when necessary

• Manual dexterity

• Support Production Fitters/maintenance with major breakdowns.