Sagar Vitaceuticals Nigeria Limited (SVNL) is a pharmaceutical manufacturing company based in Ikeja, Lagos. Originally established as a joint venture, it is now owned by Sagar Overseas Ltd. SVNL operates a modern facility with high-capacity production lines for tablets, capsules, ointments, and more, adhering to GMP standards.
The company is NAFDAC-approved and partners with Nigeria’s Federal Ministry of Health to support local drug production. Its product portfolio includes vitamins, antibiotics, and over-the-counter supplements.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Blistering Machine Operator
Location: Makun City, Ogun
Employment Type: Full-time
Department: Production / Manufacturing
Reports To: Production Supervisor / Production Manager
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Blistering Machine Operator with pharmaceutical manufacturing experience to operate, monitor, and maintain blister packing equipment in accordance with approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and company quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
Operate and monitor blister packing machines efficiently and safely.
Set up the machine according to approved batch manufacturing and packaging instructions.
Perform machine changeovers, adjustments, and basic troubleshooting.
Ensure correct feeding, forming, filling, sealing, coding, and cutting of blister packs.
Conduct in-process quality checks, including pack appearance, seal integrity, print quality, batch number, expiry date, and tablet/capsule placement.
Complete batch documentation, machine logs, and production records accurately.
Follow GMP, SOPs, safety procedures, and hygiene requirements at all times.
Identify and report machine faults, product defects, deviations, and abnormal operating conditions.
Carry out routine cleaning and basic preventive maintenance of the blister machine.
Minimize product wastage, downtime, and packaging-material losses.
Maintain a clean and organized production area.
Work closely with Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Engineering, and Production teams.
Participate in line clearance and ensure correct packaging materials are used for each batch.
Support investigations into production deviations and equipment-related issues when required.
Requirements
2 – 3 years of experience operating blister packing machines in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
Knowledge of pharmaceutical packaging processes and GMP requirements.
Practical experience with machine setup, changeover, operation, and troubleshooting.
Ability to read and follow SOPs, batch packaging records, and work instructions.
Good understanding of pharmaceutical packaging quality requirements.
Ability to identify common machine and packaging defects.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality and safety.
Good communication and teamwork skills.
Technical, mechanical, pharmaceutical, or related qualification is an advantage.
Preferred Experience:
Experience operating or working with pharmaceutical blister machines such as PVC / PVDC-Alu, Alu-Alu, or similar blister packaging systems is highly desirable.
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