Pharmaceutical Compounding Preparatory Worker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing staff who weigh, dissolve, and mix pharmaceutical raw materials according to recipes to prepare compounded products. Work is performed in GMP-compliant clean rooms.
Description
Pharmaceutical compounding preparatory workers measure raw materials for pharmaceuticals according to prescriptions, perform compounding operations such as dissolution, mixing, and homogenization, and hand over formulations that have passed inspection by the quality control department to the next process. Work is conducted in clean rooms, strictly adhering to GMP (pharmaceutical quality assurance standards) and hygiene management standards. Precise operations based on procedures, along with equipment checks, cleaning, and record management, require meticulous attention.
Future Outlook
Stable demand is expected due to the aging population and increasing demand for generic drugs. Advances in automation and aseptic technologies will require even greater specialization.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Good Team Player / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Clean Room Duty / Contract Employee / Full-time Employee / Shift Work
Career Path
Manufacturing Staff → Line Leader → Manufacturing Supervisor → Manufacturing Manager → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Clean Room Work Procedures / Dissolution and Mixing Operations / Instrument Panel Operation / Weighing Technology
Recommended Skills
GMP Knowledge / Hygiene Management / Quality Control / Traceability Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Even minor errors can significantly affect product quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and material handling. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Primarily follows prescriptions and procedures, with little room for original ideas. |
Aliases
- Compounding Worker
- Pharmaceutical Formulation Worker
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