Production Officer – Encapsulation (3Positions) Jobs
Work Hours: Full-time, 08 hours per day
Salary:
Attractive
Job Deadline: 12 May 2025
Number of Jobs: 03
Hiring Entity: Dei BioPharma
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Location: In Uganda
Job Details:
The Production Officer Encapsulation is responsible for supervising and executing the encapsulation process for hard gelatin capsule dosage forms in compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), approved Batch Manufacturing Records (BMRs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). The role involves overseeing capsule filling, inspection, polishing and segregation processes using semi-automatic or automatic encapsulation equipment. The officer is expected to monitor critical process parameters such as fill weight, locking integrity and machine performance, ensuring product quality and documentation accuracy. Coordination with Quality Assurance, Maintenance and Validation teams is essential to ensure compliance, equipment readiness, and timely batch execution. The ideal candidate should possess strong technical expertise in encapsulation technologies, in-process controls, and GMP documentation.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Supervise the encapsulation process as per approved BMRs, SOPs, and production schedules.
- Operate and monitor automatic or semi-automatic capsule filling machines and auxiliary equipment.
- Ensure accurate weight adjustment, fill volume, capsule locking, and physical integrity during production.
- Conduct and document in-process checks including fill weight variation, capsule inspection, and rejection rate.
- Maintain accurate and real-time documentation including logbooks, cleaning records, and deviation reports.
- Ensure equipment cleaning, changeover, and sanitization procedures are followed before and after use.
- Coordinate with engineering and maintenance teams to address equipment-related issues and perform preventive maintenance.
- Collaborate with QA and validation teams to support process validation, deviation handling, and CAPA implementation.
- Train and supervise encapsulation operators and ensure adherence to safety and cGMP practices.
- Maintain good housekeeping and strict compliance with data integrity and traceability standards in the production area.
Academic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or Higher Diploma in Pharmacy, Industrial Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field from a recognized institution.
Experience and Competencies:
- Minimum of 3–4 years of hands-on experience in capsule manufacturing within a cGMP-compliant pharmaceutical facility.
- Proficient in operating encapsulation equipment (e.g., Bosch, Sejong, or equivalent).
- In-depth knowledge of capsule production processes, troubleshooting, and quality controls.
- Familiarity with capsule defects and their root causes (e.g., body-cap separation, underfill, dents).
- Strong understanding of cGMP, cleaning validation, and production documentation practices.
Demonstrated ability to supervise production staff and ensure compliance with safety and operational protocols.Academic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or Higher Diploma in Pharmacy, Industrial Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field from a recognized institution.
Experience and Competencies:
- Minimum of 3–4 years of hands-on experience in capsule manufacturing within a cGMP-compliant pharmaceutical facility.
- Proficient in operating encapsulation equipment (e.g., Bosch, Sejong, or equivalent).
- In-depth knowledge of capsule production processes, troubleshooting, and quality controls.
- Familiarity with capsule defects and their root causes (e.g., body-cap separation, underfill, dents).
- Strong understanding of cGMP, cleaning validation, and production documentation practices.
Demonstrated ability to supervise production staff and ensure compliance with safety and operational protocols.
Application procedure
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Posting Date: 2025-05-09
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