CareerPlan

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Technician

Soweto, West JohannesburgFull-time2026-10-30

Core

Operate and maintain pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment to produce high-quality pharmaceutical products in compliance with strict protocols.

Role type

Manufacturing Technician

Builds

Pharmaceutical products (tablets, capsules, etc.)

Domain

Pharmaceutical manufacturing

Deliverable

physical/clinical work

Required skills

Equipment operation, SOP adherence, In-process monitoring, Data recording, Preventative maintenance, Troubleshooting, Material preparation, Deviation reporting

Preferred skills

Technical qualification (Mechanical Fitter/Engineering Assistant), GMP understanding, Mechanical aptitude, Computer literacy

Technologies

Tablet presses, capsule fillers, granulators, packaging machines

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain manufacturing equipment, Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Monitor production processes, Perform in-process checks and record data, Maintain clean work area per cGMP, Assist in troubleshooting and preventative maintenance, Prepare materials and equipment, Report deviations and safety concerns

Seniority

Entry to Mid-level, hands-on IC