The Production Assistant in the Oral Solid Dosage section plays a key role in supporting core manufacturing activities for solid dosage forms. Responsibilities include weighing and transferring materials, assisting machine operators, cleaning equipment and rooms, loading/unloading machines, and ensuring proper documentation. The role requires strict adherence to GMP standards and hygiene protocols in a classified environment. Production Assistants will work across different OSD units and support efficient, clean, and compliant operations, reporting directly to Production Officers and Supervisors.
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Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Assist in weighing, sieving, and transferring raw materials and intermediates to various production stages.
Support machine operators in granulation, compression, encapsulation, and coating operations by ensuring timely material supply.
Participate in cleaning and preparation of equipment and production rooms according to approved SOPs.
Assist with loading and unloading of products on equipment such as blenders, tablet presses, coaters, and capsule fillers.
Ensure segregation and proper labeling of in-process materials and microbial waste in compliance with production protocols.
Complete assigned entries in logbooks, cleaning records, and batch documentation under supervision.
Maintain good housekeeping in assigned production areas and ensure hygiene standards are met.
Comply with gowning, safety, and hygiene procedures while working in classified OSD zones.
Report any abnormal equipment behavior, deviations, or incidents to production supervisors.
Participate in routine GMP and safety training and assist in equipment changeover activities.
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Academic Qualifications:
Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) is required.
Additional technical training or certification in pharmaceutical production or industrial operations is an added advantage.
Experience and Competencies:
Minimum of 1–2 years’ experience in a pharmaceutical or related manufacturing environment.
Familiarity with cGMP and production hygiene practices.
Ability to understand and follow written procedures and work instructions.
Physically fit and able to handle materials and work in a fast-paced production setting.
Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and ability to work as part of a team.
Application status
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