Job Description
Job Title: IWK Filling Machine Operator
Department: Production / Manufacturing
To operate, monitor, and maintain IWK filling and packaging machines for smooth and efficient production of pharmaceutical formulations of sterile products (Opthalmic) , ensuring compliance with GMP, quality, and safety standards.
Operate IWK filling and cartoning machines (tubes, bottles, or other packaging formats as applicable).
Perform machine setup, changeovers, and adjustments as per production requirements.
Monitor machine operations to ensure accuracy in filling, sealing, coding, and labeling.
Conduct in-process quality checks (weight, fill volume, sealing, appearance, etc.) and record data in batch records.
Troubleshoot minor machine breakdowns and escalate major technical issues to the maintenance team.
Ensure compliance with GMP, SOPs, and safety protocols during all operations.
Perform routine cleaning, lubrication, and preventive maintenance of machines.
Maintain proper documentation such as logbooks, equipment cleaning records, and production reports.
Work collaboratively with production, QA, and maintenance teams to achieve daily production targets.
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, minimize wastage, and maintain high product quality.