Subdivision Worker (Pharmaceutical Manufacturing)
しょうぶんこう（いやくひんせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing operator who performs weighing, compounding, and subdividing of raw materials in the pharmaceutical manufacturing process.
Description
Subdivision Worker (Pharmaceutical Manufacturing) involves accurately weighing raw materials using electronic scales or balance scales according to recipes in the pharmaceutical manufacturing line, and transferring them to mixing containers. Workers wear protective clothing in clean rooms and strictly adhere to GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) procedures and hygiene management. They fill out work records and manage lot traceability. They may also be involved in line operations, subdividing, and packaging processes.
Future Outlook
With increasing demand for pharmaceuticals both domestically and internationally, the demand for manufacturing personnel is expected to remain stable. The introduction of automation and robot technology may improve work efficiency and lead to labor reduction.
Personality Traits
Cautious / High concentration / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Manufacturing Leader → Manufacturing Manager → Quality Control Position → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Clean Room Work Procedures / GMP Understanding / Scale Operation / Understanding of Compounding Recipes / Work Record Creation
Recommended Skills
Basic Knowledge of Quality Control / Data Management System / HACCP / SOP Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | If small amounts of raw materials are not weighed accurately, it will have a significant impact on quality. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Frequent accurate measurement and unit conversion are required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | The work mainly follows prescribed procedures, so creativity is not particularly required. |
Aliases
- Manufacturing Operator (Pharmaceuticals)
- Pharmaceutical Weighing Operator
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