Senior Operator - Packing

Division
Department
Sub Department 1
Job Purpose
Operate & maintain packing machines to achieve quality product & shift wise targeted output with maximum utilisation.
Key Accountabilities (1/6)
Prepare the machine for packing operation as per production plan by using proper resources to ensure smooth operations

• Perform calibration, clean and set different equipment and machines as per SOP and schedules for on-time completion of batch processing
• Check the suitable change part as per product requirement
  

Arrange change parts & stereo for batch packing activity
Key Accountabilities (2/6)
Operate the packing machines by using minimum resources to get quality product
Evaluate the product dimensions and set the machine for changeovers
Perform in-process checks in packing machines to ensure proper functioning of machine
Perform labelling and handle rejection control in packing machine
Reduce micro stoppages and avoid non-conformances during packing machine operations, cleaning and line clearance
Maintain equipment, facility and block premises as per SOP for audit readiness and to avoid critical and major observation
Perform all operations as per cGMP and safety to reduce rejection
Key Accountabilities (3/6)
Execute and update online documentation to meet cGMP requirements and maintain data integrity Fill Machine logs. Document entries/SOP and process simplification to meet cGMP.

• Fill Machine logs & other relevant documents precisely to meet cGMP requirements
• Check documentation before submission to ensure data integrity
• Conduct training related to cGMP, equipment operation, for workmen to minimize deviation from procedure
  
  
  

Provide technical support to operators about packing activity and cGMP to get quality output for any up-gradation during packing activity
Key Accountabilities (4/6)
Perform packing machine operations safely to avoid safety incidences by appropriately handling the machines and thereby maintaining high standard of safety

• Perform regular interlock checks of packing machines and perform safe operations
• Ensure usage and maintenance of PPEs by workmen during shifts
  

Report any near-miss to officer in-charge in time
Key Accountabilities (5/6)
Deliver training to workmen and adhere cGMPand safety guidelines in production process to ensure smooth operations

• Provide training to other operators about secondary packing machine settings and operations
• Conduct training related to safety and housekeepingfor workmen
  

Participate in learning of new machine and build expertise in troubleshooting the machines
Key Accountabilities (6/6)
Major Challenges

• Meeting shift target due to unavailability of adequate resources. Overcome by efficient work load distribution
• Maintaining cGMP requirements during system downtime. Overcome by coordinating with engineering and technical support team
  

Low yield due to more rejections. Overcome by controlling rejection and simplification of process and attending training
Key Interactions (1/2)

• Store for daily dispensing plan and availability of packing materials (Daily basis)
  

Engineering for preventive maintenance and help in modification (as per need)
Key Interactions (2/2)
Maintenance contractor for any machine repairs (Need Based)
Dimensions (1/2)
Achieve average volume of 60 mn (FY2015-16)
Average number of BPRs handled : 60
Average number of batches in packing : 60
Average number of sales order dispatched : 25
Achieve internal OTIF more than 90%
Achieve Zero reportable accidents/ incidences during packing activities
Achieve 0% errors in online documentation
Meet 100% compliance to SOP and Safety regulation
Dimensions (2/2)
Key Decisions (1/2)

• Up-gradation in facility and documents to Section Head - Packing
• Modification in equipment to Section Head - Packing
  

Deviation and implementation of CAPAs Section Head - Packing
Key Decisions (2/2)
Education Qualification
Diploma (Engineering / Pharmacy)
Relevant Work Experience
0-2 years of experience in packing with knowledge of handling of QMS activity, qualification and other related documents