Assistant, Compression

This role is responsible for performing a variety of tasks related to the processing and assembly of ingredients and pharmaceutical products within a regulated manufacturing environment. The incumbent operates general manufacturing equipment including autoclaves, ovens, stills, and filtration apparatus to support production activities. Raw materials, intermediate products, and finished goods are handled in accordance with established procedures and safety standards. Compound ingredients are mixed for liquid products, suspensions, ointments, tablet granulations, and capsule powders to meet formulation specifications. General maintenance activities are performed on equipment such as pumps, homogenizers, filter presses, and tablet compression machines as required. Standard operating procedures are followed to meet current Good Manufacturing Practices and all applicable regulatory requirements. Accurate and complete manufacturing records are maintained in compliance with documentation standards. The role contributes to process improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing quality, reducing costs, and optimizing production scheduling within the pharmaceutical manufacturing function.

• Perform processing and assembly tasks related to pharmaceutical ingredients and finished products in compliance with GMP standards.

• Operate tablet compression machines (e.g., rotary tablet press such as Fette Compression Machine, Cadmach Tablet Press).

• Set up machines as per batch manufacturing record (BMR).

• Perform machine adjustments to maintain tablet quality (weight, hardness, thickness).

• Operate general manufacturing equipment including autoclaves, ovens, stills, and filtration apparatus as per standard operating procedures.

• Handle raw materials, intermediate products, and finished goods with accuracy and adherence to safety and quality protocols.

• Mix compound ingredients for liquid products, suspensions, ointments, tablet granulations, and capsule powders per batch records.

• Perform general maintenance on pumps, homogenizers, filter presses, and tablet compression machines as required.

• Execute standard operating procedures to meet current Good Manufacturing Practices and maintain all required manufacturing records.

• Ensure all tasks are completed in compliance with regulatory requirements including FDA and EMA guidelines.

• Participate in program or functional team projects to develop process improvement methods, solutions, and procedures.

• Support enhancement of program quality, cost efficiency, and production scheduling through active team participation.

• Undergraduate ITI - Required

• Diploma DBM - Preferred

• 2 years or more in 2 - 5 Years