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
