Production Technician

About the role

We are seeking a Production Technician to operate and monitor granulation equipment, including High Shear Mixers and Fluid Bed Dryers, in a GMP‑compliant pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will ensure efficient production of granules, maintain equipment uptime, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Key responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor High Shear Mixers (HSM) and Fluid Bed Dryers (FBD) according to batch manufacturing records and SOPs.
• Adjust process parameters such as mixing time, impeller speed, temperatures, airflow, and moisture levels while documenting deviations.
• Perform equipment cleaning, line clearance, and assist with cleaning validation activities.
• Record batch data, equipment logbooks, and other production documentation accurately.
• Identify and troubleshoot routine equipment issues to minimise downtime.
• Support installation, qualification, and operational start‑up of new granulation equipment.
• Maintain a clean and organized production area in line with GMP and safety standards.
• Participate in continuous‑improvement projects to enhance productivity and quality.

Required profile

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Technology, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or a related technical field.
• Minimum three years of experience operating granulation equipment (HSM, FBD) in a GMP‑regulated environment.
• Good command of written and spoken English.

Required skills

• Operation of High Shear Mixers (HSM) and Fluid Bed Dryers (FBD).
• Understanding of GMP, GDP and data‑integrity principles.
• Experience with equipment cleaning, line clearance, validation and qualification activities.
• Ability to read and follow Batch Manufacturing Records, SOPs and production documentation.
• Basic computer literacy for production documentation systems.