Operator - Minor Room (Making)

Job Description

Title: Operator - Minor Room (Making)

Company Name: Advanced Chemical Industries PLC (ACI)

Vacancy: --

Age: Na

Job Location: Chattogram

Salary: Negotiable

Experience:

• 3 to 7 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Manufacturing (FMCG), Wholesale, Food (Packaged)/Beverage, Agro based firms (incl. Agro Processing/Seed/GM), Electronic Equipment/Home Appliances, Group of Companies, Chemical Industries, Automobile, Paint, Toiletries

• SSC
• HSC
• Diploma

• 3 to 7 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Manufacturing (FMCG), Wholesale, Food (Packaged)/Beverage, Agro based firms (incl. Agro Processing/Seed/GM), Electronic Equipment/Home Appliances, Group of Companies, Chemical Industries, Automobile, Paint, Toiletries

A. KNOWLEDGE

System Operations

• Minor Room Infrastructure: Deep understanding of precision weighing systems, localized exhaust ventilation (LEV), laminar flow booths, and material handling equipment.

• Regulatory Compliance: Proficiency in Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), dust explosion prevention (ATEX/DSEAR), and strict adherence to SOPs for raw material handling and cross-contamination prevention.

Monitoring & Analysis

• Technical Methodologies: Expertise in gravimetric measurement principles, potency calculations, and environmental monitoring (particulate counts, humidity/temperature sensitivity).

• Instrumentation: Proficiency in using analytical balances, moisture analyzers, barcode scanners, and containment monitoring tools to ensure batch accuracy.

Operational Analytics

• Data Interpretation: Advanced ability to reconcile material yields, analyze weighing deviations, and perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) on batch discrepancies or environmental excursions.

B. SKILLS & ABILITIES

Technical & Maintenance

• System Proficiency: Hands-on experience with MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems), PLC-controlled dispensing units, and ERP (SAP/Oracle) for real-time inventory and batch tracking.

• Maintenance Excellence: Expert in overseeing the daily verification and routine maintenance of high-precision balances and specialized HEPA filtration systems.

• Calibration & Troubleshooting: Skilled in performing daily weight checks (external/internal calibration) and diagnosing mechanical faults in automated dispensing or air-handling equipment.

Social & Leadership

• Leadership: Proven ability to lead dispensing teams, manage rigorous shift handovers, and foster a "Quality-First" culture in a high-stakes environment.

• Technical Communication: Translating complex batch data and deviation reports into clear summaries for Quality Assurance (QA) and Production management.

• Stakeholder Management: Coordinating with Warehouse/Logistics for material staging and QA for sampling and clearance approvals.

Resource Management

• Operational Efficiency: Optimizing material throughput, reducing weighing cycle times, and tracking Right-First-Time (RFT) metrics for dispensing operations.

• Inventory & Cost Control: Overseeing the management of high-value active ingredients (APIs), excipients, and specialized PPE/consumables to minimize waste.

C. ATTITUDE

• Standard-Driven: Uncompromising commitment to hygiene, gowning protocols, and the precision required for potent compound handling.

• Solution-Oriented: A proactive mindset focused on identifying potential contamination risks or process bottlenecks before they affect batch quality.

• Adaptable & Resilient: Calm and methodical during high-volume production schedules or when managing urgent material re-sampling requests.

• Continuous Improvement: Embracing Lean/5S principles to maintain an organized, sterile, and highly efficient Minor Room environment.

D. OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Certification: Specialized training in GMP/HACCP, hazardous material handling, or Six Sigma Yellow/Green Belt.

• Physicality: Ability to wear full respiratory protection (PAPR/Masks), stand for extended periods, and handle raw material containers safely.

• Flexibility: Availability for rotating shifts and weekend coverage to meet production demand and cleaning/sanitization schedules.

Batch & Slurry Preparation Operations

• Ensure smooth preparation of batches and slurry as per Batch Manufacturing Record (BMR), approved formulation, and SOP.

• Handle raw material receiving from stores, staging, weighing, and charging on time to prevent production interruption.

• Operate and monitor mixing tanks, agitators, slurry prep systems, and supporting equipment to ensure uniform blending and homogeneity.

• Maintain correct sequence of charging to avoid process instability, lump formation, incomplete mixing, or formulation errors

Process Parameter Monitoring & Control

• Monitor and maintain all process parameters within the defined range (mixing time, RPM, temperature, viscosity, pH, density, slurry consistency, transfer pressure, etc.).

• Ensure accurate and timely recording of parameters and process conditions in log sheets and batch records.

• Identify early trends of deviation and take immediate corrective actions to prevent batch rejection, rework, or quality non-conformance.

• Report abnormalities or recurring deviations to Supervisor/Production/QA and support investigation and corrective actions.

Quality Compliance & IPQC Coordination

• Coordinate with IPQC for sampling, testing, and timely release of batch to ensure uninterrupted production flow.

• Ensure that all required in-process quality checks are completed and cleared before transferring batch to next stage.

• Maintain compliance with GMP, hygiene standards, and contamination prevention practices during batch preparation and holding.

• Support IPQC/QA/QC in investigations of any deviation, abnormality, contamination risk, or quality non-conformance.

Batch Transfer & Wastage Control

• Ensure timely transfer of batch to downstream operations based on production plan and release status.

• Minimize transportation loss by ensuring proper connections, pressure controls, line recovery practices, and safe handling of batch transfer systems.

• Ensure minimum wastage by following correct recovery procedures, avoiding product spillage, and maximizing batch yield.

• Monitor and report wastage and loss trends to support continuous improvement actions.

Raw Material Handling, Documentation & Reconciliation

• Maintain proper documentation of all raw materials used (RM lot no., quantity, expiry, usage, return, etc.).

• Ensure accurate raw material reconciliation and prepare reconciliation reports as per SOP requirements.

• Maintain batch production records, process logs, WIP status, and deviations documentation accurately and timely.

• Ensure traceability compliance through correct labeling and segregation of batches, intermediates, and pipelines

GMP, Hygiene, Safety & 5S in Minor Room

• Ensure GMP compliance and strict cleanliness of the Making/Minor Room, equipment, and accessories.

• Perform scheduled cleaning and sanitation of tanks, pipelines, tools, and work areas as per cleaning plan.

• Ensure proper use of PPE and compliance with safety rules, chemical handling practices, and safe operational procedures.

• Maintain 5S discipline, including proper housekeeping, waste disposal, and safe storage of materials and tools