About the Role
Shalina Healthcare, a leading pan-African healthcare products company, is seeking a skilled Granulation / Roller Compactor / Blending Machine Operator to join our pharmaceutical manufacturing team. This role is central to producing high-quality solid dosage products by operating granulation, roller compaction, and blending equipment in strict accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), standard operating procedures (SOPs), and regulatory requirements.
As part of our production team, you will play a key role in ensuring efficient, safe, and compliant manufacturing operations that support Shalina's reputation as a trusted healthcare provider across Africa.
Key Responsibilities- Operate granulation, roller compactor, and blending machines efficiently in accordance with approved SOPs and batch manufacturing records (BMR).
- Perform dry and wet granulation processes as per product requirements.
- Ensure accurate weighing, dispensing, and mixing of raw materials.
- Set up machines, adjust parameters, and monitor production processes to achieve desired output and quality.
- Conduct in-process checks and record all relevant production data accurately.
- Ensure proper cleaning, line clearance, and changeover activities before and after production.
- Identify and report any equipment malfunction, deviations, or abnormalities promptly.
- Maintain proper documentation in line with GMP and regulatory standards.
- Follow all safety, health, and environmental (HSE) guidelines during operations.
- Collaborate with Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) teams during validation and inspection processes.
- Ensure minimal material wastage and optimize machine performance.
- Participate in training, audits (internal/external), and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Minimum of OND / HND / B.Sc. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
- 5–10 years of experience in a pharmaceutical manufacturing company, preferably in solid dosage production.
- Strong knowledge of granulation, blending, and roller compaction processes.
- Familiarity with GMP, SOPs, and regulatory requirements (e.g., NAFDAC standards).
- Ability to operate and troubleshoot pharmaceutical production machinery.
- Good documentation and record-keeping skills.
- Basic computer knowledge is an added advantage.
- Opportunity to work with a market-leading, multinational healthcare company with over 30 years of presence in Africa.
- Exposure to WHO-approved manufacturing standards and best practices.
- Career growth and skill development within a dynamic pharmaceutical production environment.
- Collaborative work culture focused on quality, safety, and continuous improvement.