Purpose

To independently operate, troubleshoot, and support pharmaceutical packing operations, while guiding technicians and ensuring compliance with cGMP, quality, and safety standards.

Position / Job Title

Senior Technician Packing

Department

Production Packing

Reporting To

Executive/ Sr. Executive

Location

Indore

Years Of Experience

4–8 years of experience in pharmaceutical packing operations.

Dosage Form

Solid & Semi solid

Job Responsibilities / Deliverables

Packing Operations

Independently operate primary and secondary packing machines (blister, bottle filling, labelling, cartoning).
Perform machine setup, changeover, and fine adjustments as per BPR and SOPs.
Ensure smooth operation with minimum breakdowns and rejections.
Achieve planned packing output while maintaining quality standards.

Troubleshooting & Technical Support

Identify and rectify routine machine breakdowns and operational issues.
Coordinate with Engineering/Maintenance for major breakdowns.
Support execution of preventive maintenance and calibration activities.

Quality & Compliance

Ensure strict adherence to cGMP, GDP, data integrity, and SOPs.
Perform and support line clearance, reconciliation, and in-process checks.
Ensure proper handling of rejections, deviations, and documentation.
Support audit readiness and inspections.

Team Support & Training

Guide and train Technicians and Helpers on machine operation and GMP practices.
Support shift handover and ensure continuity of operations.
Communicate issues effectively to supervisors.

Safety & Housekeeping

Ensure compliance with EHS norms, PPE usage, 5S, and housekeeping.
Maintain cleanroom discipline in packing areas.

Qualifications Education

ITI / Diploma (Mechanical / Electrical / Pharma) or equivalent

Additional Notes

Technical Skills & Knowledge

Strong hands-on experience with packing equipment.
Good understanding of packing BPRs, SOPs, and GMP requirements.
Exposure to regulated market packing preferred.
Knowledge of serialization / vision inspection systems is an advantage.

Behavioral Skills

Leadership on shop floor
Strong problem-solving ability
Attention to detail
Willingness to work in shifts

Preferred / Added Advantages

Hands on experience on Blister packing line
Experience in high-speed automated packing lines
Exposure to continuous improvement / 5S initiatives