Technician - Compression Block B

Job Description: Technician – Compression

Job Purpose:

To operate and maintain tablet compression equipment in compliance with cGMP, SOPs, and safety standards, ensuring consistent production of high-quality tablets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set up and operate tablet compression machines and ancillary equipment (e.g., metal detectors, dedusters, friability testers, scales).


• Perform in-process checks such as tablet weight, thickness, hardness, and visual inspection as per Master Batch Records (MBR).


• Clean and sanitize equipment and manufacturing areas according to SOPs.


• Accurately complete equipment logs and batch documentation.


• Ensure proper execution of MBRs, SOPs, and validation protocols.


• Coordinate with Quality Assurance for in-process sampling and issue resolution.


• Identify and report deviations, equipment malfunctions, or quality issues.


• Maintain compliance with cGMP, FDA regulations, and company policies.


• Keep the work area clean, organized, and audit-ready at all times.


• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications:

• Education: ITI / Diploma / B.Sc or equivalent; technical certification preferred.


• Experience: 4–6 years in pharmaceutical tablet compression operations.


• Skills:
  
  
  
  • Ability to read and interpret SOPs and batch records.
  
  
  • Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
  
  
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  
  
  • Physically able to stand for long hours and lift up to 50 lbs.