Filter Technician at Sagar Vitaceuticals Nigeria Limited

Description

• The Filter Technician is responsible for the installation, operation, inspection, maintenance, cleaning, replacement, and troubleshooting of filtration systems and equipment used in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• The role ensures that filters operate efficiently and consistently in accordance with GMP, SOPs, safety requirements, and company quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, maintain, and replace process filters, cartridge filters, membrane filters, air filters, and other filtration equipment.
• Perform routine preventive and corrective maintenance on filtration systems.
• Inspect filter housings, seals, valves, pressure gauges, piping, and associated components.
• Monitor differential pressure and other operating parameters to identify blocked, damaged, or inefficient filters.
• Carry out filter integrity testing where applicable and document test results.
• Troubleshoot filtration system failures and implement appropriate corrective actions.
• Ensure filters are correctly installed and properly secured to prevent contamination or leakage.
• Support cleaning, sanitization, and changeover activities in accordance with approved procedures.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, filter replacement records, equipment history, and logbooks.
• Follow approved SOPs, GMP requirements, safety procedures, and environmental regulations.
• Support qualification, validation, calibration, and commissioning activities related to filtration equipment.
• Report equipment abnormalities, deviations, and potential quality or safety risks to the appropriate supervisor.
• Work closely with Production, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, and Engineering teams.
• Maintain tools, spare parts, and work areas in a clean and safe condition.
• Participate in investigations, root-cause analysis, CAPA implementation, and continuous improvement activities when required.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Filter system uptime and reliability.
• Timely completion of preventive maintenance.
• Reduction in filtration-related equipment downtime.
• Compliance with GMP and SOP requirements.
• Accuracy and completeness of maintenance documentation.
• Timely filter replacement and integrity-testing activities.
• Number of recurring filtration equipment failures.
• Compliance with health, safety, and environmental requirements.

Qualification & Experience

• OND / HND / B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Technology, Industrial Maintenance, or a related technical field.
• 2–5 years of relevant experience in pharmaceutical, food, chemical, water-treatment, or other regulated manufacturing environments.
• Practical knowledge of industrial filtration systems is highly desirable.
• Experience working in a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical environment is an advantage.

Technical Skills:

• Knowledge of cartridge, membrane, air, liquid, and process filtration systems.
• Ability to read equipment manuals, P&IDs, technical drawings, and maintenance instructions.
• Basic understanding of pumps, valves, pressure systems, piping, and instrumentation.
• Ability to use basic mechanical and maintenance tools.
• Understanding of preventive maintenance and troubleshooting techniques.
• Familiarity with GMP documentation and good documentation practices (GDP).

Behavioural Competencies:

• Strong attention to detail.
• Good troubleshooting and problem-solving ability.
• Commitment to quality and compliance.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet production requirements.
• Strong safety awareness.
• Good record-keeping and documentation skills.
• Willingness to work shifts when required.