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Lonza

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Science
    Healthcare

AI generated summary

  • You must ensure quality GFT preparation, operate equipment via SCADA, adhere to GMP, document tasks per GDP, manage samples, and coordinate with utilities while maintaining safety standards.
  • You will operate and monitor GFT preparation, ensure quality and safety, perform cleaning, manage documentation, and coordinate with teams for efficient production and compliance.

Requirements

  • Efficiency within standard and agreed parameters in preparation of GFT (Gel Feed tank) at GMR.
  • To give output as desired by process requirement abiding to quality requirement.
  • Ensure on time delivery of cleaned GFTs to GMR with set limit of quality specification.
  • Ensure the Safety & GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) in their shifts.
  • Monitor, operate and acknowledge the gelatin melt tank through SCADA (Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition) to prepare melt batch of set specification.
  • Transfer approved gelatin bags to melt tank, dispense material and feed ingredients to melt tank as per procedure and approved gelatin master formula.
  • Operator auto cleaning of melt tanks.
  • Using weighing booth and dry dye weighing system for dispensing of colors and other ingredients.
  • Generate GFT sheets from the system as per time schedule.
  • Prepare Titanium dioxide slurry batch in Day max & collide mill as per SOP (Standard Operating Practices).
  • Collect gel, trim, purified water and color as per recuperation sheet.
  • Prepare GFTs as per procedure.
  • Documentation of the work done in assigned annexures, as per GDP.
  • Operate VAS, to set viscosity of GFTs as per viscosity set points.
  • Transfer GFTs from VAS station to HCM area staging station.
  • Documentation of the work done in assigned annexures, as per GDP.
  • Collect sample for check the color through spectrophotometer.
  • To ensure that GFT of set viscosities are delivered to HCM (Head Capsule Machine) area in covered condition within stipulated time.
  • Operate Trim grinding machine to grind the capsules and trim.
  • Collect the sample for micro testing from grinded capsules and trims.
  • Documentation of the work done in assigned annexures, as per GDP (Good Documentation Practices).
  • Make sure that the grinded material is placed in assigned racks ( Quarantine or approved).
  • Shift approved grinded material which can be recycled in the same shift.
  • Document environmental conditions.
  • Operate automatic cleaning system to clean GFTs.
  • Manual cleaning of GFT and dishes and deliver the cleaned vessels in time without any delay.
  • Documentation of the work done in assigned annexures, as per GDP.
  • Collection of rinse samples as per schedule/ Test rinse samples.
  • Transfer cleaned and uncleaned vessels (GFTs and dishes).
  • Monitoring the cleaning status and deliver, covered and labelled vessels.
  • Clean other miscellaneous accessories.
  • Collect and classify gel and trim based on their recuperation status, document the same and transfer the material accordingly either to scrap or for recycling.
  • Coordinate with utility and M&E in case of any discrepancy as per the type of problem.
  • Reporting to Shift chemist in case of any discrepancy in the system.

Responsibilities

  • Efficiency within standard and agreed parameters in preparation of GFT (Gel Feed tank) at GMR.
  • To give output as desired by process requirement abiding to quality requirement.
  • Ensure on time delivery of cleaned GFTs to GMR with set limit of quality specification
  • Ensure the Safety & GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) in their shifts.
  • Monitor, operate and acknowledge the gelatin melt tank through SCADA (Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition) to prepare melt batch of set specification.
  • Transfer approved gelatin bags to melt tank, dispense material and feed ingredients to melt tank as per procedure and approved gelatin master formula.
  • Operator auto cleaning of melt tanks.
  • Using weighing booth and dry dye weighing system for dispensing of colors and other ingredients.
  • Generate GFT sheets from the system as per time schedule.
  • Prepare Titanium dioxide slurry batch in Day max & collide mill as per SOP (Standard Operating Practices).
  • Collect gel, trim, purified water and color as per recuperation sheet.
  • Prepare GFTs as per procedure.
  • Documentation of the work done in assigned annexures, as per GDP.
  • Operate VAS, to set viscosity of GFTs as per viscosity set points.
  • Transfer GFTs from VAS station to HCM area staging station.
  • Documentation of the work done in assigned annexures, as per GDP.
  • Collect sample for check the color through spectrophotometer.
  • To ensure that GFT of set viscosities are delivered to HCM (Head Capsule Machine) area in covered condition within stipulated time.
  • Operate Trim grinding machine to grind the capsules and trim.
  • Collect the sample for micro testing from grinded capsules and trims.
  • Documentation of the work done in assigned annexures, as per GDP (Good Documentation Practices).
  • Make sure that the grinded material is placed in assigned racks ( Quarantine or approved)
  • Shift approved grinded material which can be recycled in the same shift.
  • Document environmental conditions.
  • Operate automatic cleaning system to clean GFTs.
  • Manual cleaning of GFT and dishes and deliver the cleaned vessels in time without any delay.
  • Documentation of the work done in assigned annexures, as per GDP.
  • Collection of rinse samples as per schedule/ Test rinse samples.
  • Transfer cleaned and uncleaned vessels (GFTs and dishes).
  • Monitoring the cleaning status and deliver, covered and labelled vessels.
  • Clean other miscellaneous accessories.
  • Collect and classify gel and trim based on their recuperation status, document the same and transfer the material accordingly either to scrap or for recycling.
  • Coordinate with utility and M&E in case of any discrepancy as per the type of problem.
  • Reporting to Shift chemist in case of any discrepancy in the system

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of a GMR Operator at Lonza?

The primary responsibility of a GMR Operator is to ensure efficiency in the preparation of Gel Feed Tanks (GFT) while adhering to quality requirements and delivering outputs as per process specifications.

What qualifications are required for the GMR Operator position?

While specific qualifications are not listed, candidates typically need to have relevant experience in manufacturing, a background in life sciences or related fields, and knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

What are the key tasks performed during GFT preparation?

Key tasks include using a weighing booth for ingredient dispensing, preparing Titanium dioxide slurry, and documenting work as per Good Documentation Practices (GDP).

How does the GMR Operator ensure the safety and quality of processes?

The GMR Operator ensures safety and compliance with GMP during their shifts and is responsible for monitoring equipment and processes to maintain quality standards.

Is experience with SCADA systems necessary for this role?

Yes, experience with SCADA systems is important for monitoring and operating the gelatin melt tank effectively.

What kind of documentation is required from the GMR Operator?

The GMR Operator is required to document all work done in assigned annexures as per Good Documentation Practices (GDP), including cleaning status and environmental conditions.

Are there opportunities for career advancement within the company?

Yes, at Lonza, employees are encouraged to own their careers, and there are opportunities for career advancement through skill development and internal promotion.

Is the position of GMR Operator shift-based?

Yes, the GMR Operator role is likely to involve shift work to ensure continuous operations and on-time delivery of tasks.

Does Lonza provide training for the GMR Operator role?

Yes, Lonza provides training and development opportunities to ensure that employees are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge for their roles.

What benefits does Lonza offer to its employees?

Lonza offers a range of benefits, including competitive salaries, health benefits, professional development, and opportunities to make a meaningful impact in life sciences.

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Lonza

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1987
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

At Lonza, we enable #AHealthierWorld by supporting our healthcare customers on the path to commercialization. Our community of 16,000 talented employees work across a global network of more than 30 sites to deliver for our customers across the pharma, biotech and nutrition markets. By combining technological insight with world-class manufacturing, scientific expertise and process excellence, we help our customers to deliver new and innovative medicines that help treat a wide range of diseases. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising commitment and ideas that help our customers to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.