Auto Cartoner Operative at Estrada International Staffing Solutions

Job Objectives

• As an Auto Cartoner Operative, you will be a key member of the production team, responsible for ensuring the efficient and safe operation of pharmaceutical production equipment, specifically the auto cartoner machine.
• This role is crucial in maintaining product quality, ensuring compliance with Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), and supporting the overall production process in line with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• You will be responsible for the operation, maintenance, and changeover of the auto cartoner machine, while also ensuring accurate documentation of all batch processes.
• This role requires a meticulous approach to detail, strong teamwork, and a proactive attitude toward continuous improvement within the production environment.

Principal Duties / Responsibilities
Production Process Execution:

• Operate the auto cartoner machine with precision and care, ensuring the correct packaging of drug products in accordance with production requirements.
• Complete all Batch Records and logbook documentation accurately and promptly, maintaining the integrity of production data.
• Perform all cleaning procedures for pharmaceutical production equipment and the facility, ensuring a high standard of hygiene and compliance with SOPs.
• Handle and maintain all auto cartoner tools and change parts, ensuring smooth and efficient machine operation.
• Conduct full changeovers of the auto cartoner when required, ensuring minimal downtime and maintaining production flow.

Quality & Compliance:

• Ensure all production activities align with cGMP, regulatory compliance, and company quality standards.
• Assist in identifying and addressing processing-related issues that may impact product quality, working proactively to find solutions.
• Communicate any production or quality issues immediately to the Production Pharmacist for prompt resolution.
• Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines, ensuring that all actions comply with regulatory and health and safety standards.

Continuous Improvement & Team Collaboration:

• Work closely with colleagues as part of a cohesive production team, contributing to a smooth and efficient production line.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and contribute ideas for enhancing operational efficiency.
• Collaborate in the implementation of continuous improvement strategies to optimize production performance.

Equipment Maintenance & Troubleshooting:

• Perform routine checks and maintenance on the auto cartoner and associated equipment to ensure its ongoing operational reliability.
• Assist in troubleshooting machine malfunctions or other production issues, and take corrective actions under the guidance of the Production Pharmacist.
• Ensure all tools and equipment are cleaned, maintained, and stored appropriately to avoid disruptions in the production process.

Job Requirements
To be successful in the role, the candidates should meet the following requirements:
Educational Qualifications:

• Minimum of Trade Test (Mechanical) or a related technical qualification.
• Experience with operating and maintaining packaging machinery, particularly in a pharmaceutical or cGMP environment, is highly desirable.

Skills & Competencies:

• Attention to Detail: Ability to execute procedures with precision, ensuring documentation and operations are accurate and compliant.
• Mechanical Aptitude: Strong understanding of machine operation, including performing changeovers and handling tools and parts efficiently.
• Teamwork: Works well in collaboration with others, fostering a positive and productive team environment.
• Problem-Solving: Proactive in identifying issues and supporting corrective actions, contributing to continuous process improvements.
• Compliance Knowledge: Familiarity with cGMP guidelines, SOPs, and pharmaceutical regulatory requirements.
• Communication: Ability to effectively communicate production and quality issues to supervisors and colleagues.