Pharma Manufacturing Technician: On-the-Job Training

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Overtime opportunities

On-the-job training

Stable work environment

Salary advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Technician to join their Bloemfontein production team. The role focuses on operating and maintaining manufacturing equipment, executing batch records, and ensuring GMP-compliant processes to produce high-quality medicines safely.

You will monitor equipment, perform in-process checks, and support continuous improvement while adhering to safety and quality standards in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training a plus.
• 1–3 years of experience in manufacturing, preferably pharma or food.
• Familiarity with GMP and basic manufacturing processes.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and documentation.
• Good manual dexterity and ability to lift moderate weights.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment (tablet presses, capsule fillers, coaters, reactors).
• Execute batch production records accurately following SOPs.
• Perform in-process checks and quality control sampling during production runs.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment in compliance with GMP and safety rules.
• Troubleshoot minor equipment issues and report deviations promptly.

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Tablet presses

Capsule fillers

Coaters

Reactors

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Technician to join their Bloemfontein production team. The role focuses on operating and maintaining manufacturing equipment, executing batch records, and ensuring GMP-compliant processes to produce high-quality medicines safely.

You will monitor equipment, perform in-process checks, and support continuous improvement while adhering to safety and quality standards in a fast-paced environment.