Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Worker (Pharmaceuticals)
やくひんせいぞうこう（いやくひん）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that handles the manufacturing process from raw material blending to filling and packaging of pharmaceuticals based on GMP standards, ensuring quality and safety.
Description
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Worker (Pharmaceuticals) is a job that manufactures active pharmaceutical ingredients (API) and formulations (tablets, capsules, injections, etc.) in accordance with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) standards. Main duties include a series of processes from weighing raw materials, dissolving and blending, filtration and sterilization, aseptic filling, drying and granulation, tablet compression, coating, to packaging. Much of the work is done in clean rooms, and they are also responsible for equipment cleaning and sterilization, hygiene management, thorough prevention of foreign matter contamination, creation and storage of manufacturing records, and assistance in product specification testing. They support stable production through troubleshooting on production lines and process improvement proposals.
Future Outlook
Stable demand is expected due to the aging population and advances in new drug development. On the other hand, with the progress of automation and digitalization, manufacturing processes will become more sophisticated, requiring specialized knowledge and digital skills.
Personality Traits
Calm / Cooperative / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing Line Operator → Manufacturing Leader/Supervisor → Quality Control → Process Development → Production Engineering → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Analytical Instrument Operation / Basic Operation of Manufacturing Equipment / Blending Solution Preparation and Filling / Clean Room Operation / GMP
Recommended Skills
English (Manual Reading) / Environmental Safety Knowledge / Statistical Quality Control / Sterilization and Disinfection Technology
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High precision and attention are required for weighing trace components and preventing foreign matter contamination. |
| Problem Solving | Quick identification of causes and countermeasures are required when abnormalities occur in the manufacturing line. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Accuracy is emphasized over novel ideas due to adherence to strict procedures. |
Related Qualifications
- Dangerous Goods Handler Class B Type 4
- Pollution Prevention Manager
Aliases
- Formulation Operator
- GMP Operator
- Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Operator
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