Trainee Compounder

Job purpose

Responsible primarily for the cleaning of compounding suites, as part of the process of compounding pharmaceutical creams, ointments, gels and liquids.

Duties and responsibilities

• Complete G.M.P. documents, such as the Batch Record, cleaning & sanitizing logs, housekeeping logs and other documents / log records pertaining to manufacturing
• Follow safety rules/regulations and report any workplace injuries or accidents. Assist when required to improve equipment safety related procedures. Wash and sanitize compounding rooms
• Complete Magnehelic Gauge readings on a per shift basis
• Perform housekeeping duties which include accurate dilution of disinfectants, wearing of necessary PPEs and working safely while performing the tasks
• Maintain a clean and organized working environment. Participate and assist with continuous improvement projects in 5S
• Complete all GMP Documentation correctly and in a timely manner
• Complete all training assignments and maintain personal training records
• Ensure all raw material containers being transferred into compounding department are in a clean state. If not, clean as necessary.
• Perform wash up of Miscellaneous compounding equipment
• Learn proper techniques of assembling and disassembling of equipment including Mixers, Homogenizers, Pumps
• Learn the process of weighing of raw materials which include daily verification of scales and selection of correct scales for weighing purpose
• Participate in Internal, Customer and Regulatory Audits.
• Notify compounding lead hand and mechanic in a timely manner if equipment parts and compounding consumables are low in quantity
• Other duties as assigned.

Additional responsibility (Only applicable to customer facing roles)

Report any adverse event received from customers for company products to the pharmacovigilance department / Drug Safety on the same day or within 1 business day

Qualifications

• University degree / College diploma
• Must possess the ability to function effectively in a team environment
• Must be able to actively listen and receive coaching and applicable training
• Excellent math skills
• High Technical Aptitude
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Must be comfortable with use of tablets and trainable on associated programs (MES, SAP)
• Good verbal communication skills for interacting with personnel on a daily basis
• Previous experience in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment would be an asset

Working conditions

• Overtime may be requested as per business requirement within compliance. This may be additional time during the work week and / or on weekends with last minute notice.
• Shift work required which may include weekends, complying with local labour laws.
• Use of G.M.P garments and Safety Equipment (PPE) as required

Physical requirements

• Physically fit, able to lift at least 25 kgs with some assistance
• Stand for long periods of time
• Bending and “squatting” throughout the work day

Direct reports

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