Filling Worker (Pharmaceuticals: Powders, Granules, Tablets)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Material Handling, Cleaning, Packaging, and Sorting Occupations
- Middle : Packaging Workers
- Minor : Product Packaging Workers
Summary
A job that accurately weighs powdered, granular, and tablet formulations on the production line of a pharmaceutical factory and fills them into specified containers.
Description
Filling workers handle the task of filling pharmaceutical raw materials and formulations such as powders, granules, and tablets into containers in the specified amounts in the cleanroom of a pharmaceutical factory, and sending them to the packaging line. Main tasks include machine setup, weighing operations, initial response to abnormalities, cleaning and disinfection of equipment, and filling out batch records. Strict hygiene management and adherence to procedures based on GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) are required to ensure product quality and safety.
Future Outlook
Demand remains stable with the expansion of generic pharmaceuticals and biopharmaceutical markets. The importance of machine operation and quality control skills increases with the introduction of automation and labor-saving technologies.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / Highly focused / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Filling operator → Manufacturing line leader → Production manager → Quality assurance staff → Factory manager
Required Skills
Cleanroom Work Procedures / Filling Machine Operation / Hygiene Management (GMP) / Line Monitoring / Weighing
Recommended Skills
Abnormality Response / Basic Machine Maintenance / Basic QC Knowledge / Record Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because even small errors or foreign matter contamination directly affect product quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it requires physical stamina for long hours of standing work and material handling. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because the work is routine and does not require much impromptu idea generation. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Because tasks are performed based on instructions, opportunities for self-initiation are limited. |
Aliases
- Filling Operator
- Pharmaceutical Filling Operator
Related Jobs
- Manufacturing Operator
- Packaging Worker
- Quality Control Worker