Technician I, Sterilize Productions Operations

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As a Technician I, Sterilize Productions Operations plays a vital role in the preparation of ophthalmic products, ensuring all activities are carried out in compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and safety standards. Working closely with the Supervisor and team members, the technician is responsible for operating equipment, performing sanitization and maintaining a cleanroom environment to meet production quality and efficiency standards. In this role, a typical day will include: • Operate, monitor, and maintain all equipment used in the compounding of ophthalmic products according to cGMP requirements. • Prepare and verify materials/components required for compounding processes. • Perform cleaning and sanitization of equipment, tools, and compounding rooms to maintain aseptic conditions. • Support validation activities, including equipment and process validation relevant to compounding. • Ensure proper documentation practices (cGDP) are followed for all production and cleaning records. • Assist in investigating deviations, and collaborate with team members to identify root causes and implement corrective actions. • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, efficiency, and quality. • Proactively identify and escalate safety concerns; stop any unsafe practices in the workplace. • Conduct daily 5S housekeeping activities to ensure a clean, safe, and organized work environment. • Maintain site readiness for audits and inspections by adhering to all SOPs, cGMP, and safety protocols. • Provide guidance and on-the-job training to junior operators. • Participate in risk assessments for new processes and equipment. • Drive initiatives to reduce waste, control costs, and improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE). • Manage production activities to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products.