Granulation Operator

Job Title : Granulation Operator - Compression, Coating, Blister and Strip Packing.

Department : Production (OSD – Granulation)

Experience Required : Minimum 5 Years in Pharma Formulation Only

Location : Sain Medicaments Pvt Ltd – (Hyderabad)

Job Purpose :

To operate and maintain granulation equipment as part of the tablet and capsule manufacturing process, ensuring consistent product quality and compliance with cGMP standards.

Key Responsibilities :

• Operate granulation equipment such as RMG (Rapid Mixer Granulator), FBD (Fluid Bed Dryer), Multi-mill, Sifter, Blender, and related machinery.
• Perform batch processing as per Batch Manufacturing Records (BMR) and SOPs.
• Ensure adherence to cGMP, GDP, and safety standards during every stage of operation.
• Monitor granulation parameters to ensure uniformity and consistency of granules.
• Carry out equipment cleaning, CIP / SIP, and line clearance procedures.
• Perform in-process checks (granule moisture content, LOD, sieve analysis, etc.) and record results accurately.
• Identify and report equipment malfunction, deviations, and non-conformities to the supervisor or maintenance team.
• Maintain proper documentation in logbooks, equipment usage records, and cleaning records.
• Coordinate with Quality Assurance for process approvals and sample submissions.
• Follow FIFO / FEFO and good material handling practices.
• Assist in batch changeovers and support continuous production improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications & Experience :

Education : ITI / Diploma / B.Sc / B.Pharm or relevant qualification.

Experience :

Minimum 5 years working specifically in Granulation operations (OSD formulation units).

Hands-on experience with RMG, FBD, Blenders, and Milling Equipment is essential.

Good understanding of BMR documentation, GMP, IPQA interactions, and hygiene practices.