Production Technician (BFS Manufacturing)

Qualifications Grade 12 / Matric. National Diploma, N6, Trade Certificate, or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering and/or Electrical Engineering . Technical qualification with exposure to automated manufacturing equipment. Pharmaceutical manufacturing, GMP, and Quality Management System (QMS) training would be advantageous. BFS Technology qualification from the Plastics Institute or equivalent training would be advantageous. Dual qualification in Mechanical and Electrical disciplines (advantageous) PLC, automation, or instrumentation training (advantageous). Training in deviation management, root cause analysis, CAPA, and technical report writing would be advantageous. Experience Minimum 3-5 years' experience in a pharmaceutical, sterile manufacturing, FMCG, packaging, or production environment. Experience operating, maintaining, or troubleshooting Rommelag Blow-Fill-Seal (BFS) filling equipment is highly advantageous. Practical experience with BFS process optimisation, including parison formation, mould operation, sealing performance, container integrity, and process parameter control. Experience working with pharmaceutical-grade polymers and plastics manufacturing principles, including extrusion, moulding, cooling, trimming, defect identification, and material-related troubleshooting. Experience performing first-line maintenance , fault finding, and equipment troubleshooting. Experience conducting line clearance , line opening , and changeover activities. Experience working within a GMP-regulated environment. Exposure to pharmaceutical training, QMS processes, deviation management, and CAPA systems would be advantageous. Experience participating in root cause analysis investigations and compiling clear investigation reports would be advantageous. Experience operating automated production equipment and process control systems. Experience operating, interpreting, and responding to PLC-controlled machine interfaces, alarms, interlocks, sensors, and automated process controls. Strong electronic, mechanical, and PLC fault-finding experience on automated filling or manufacturing equipment. Experience in cleanroom manufacturing environments would be advantageous. Languages Proficient in written and spoken English. Additional South African languages would be advantageous. Other Ability to read, understand, and complete technical documentation, SOPs, batch records, and quality documentation in English. Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, public holidays, and overtime as required. Ability to wear sterile gowning and PPE for extended periods. Strong mechanical, PLC and electrical troubleshooting capability. High level of attention to detail and commitment to quality. Ability to work independently and within a cross-functional team. Must demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, GMP compliance, and continuous improvement. Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office and manufacturing-related electronic systems. Operation of Equipment with PLC Reliable transport to accommodate shift work requirements.