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  • Posted: Sep 4, 2025
    Deadline: Sep 4, 2025
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    The brain child of Prakash Patel, a talented pharmacist who migrated to Kenya in 1958. He quickly realised the fact that almost all medicine was being imported from abroad. Good medicine was expensive and out of the reach of the majority who were low and middle income earners. This led to the formation of Cosmos and a dream to manufacture quality and affordable medicines locally. Not only was that dream realised but Cosmos has grown to become the most reputable pharmaceutical manufacturer in east and central Africa.
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    Machine Operator Compression / Granulation Machine

    Job Summary

    • To job holder is responsible for working with production machinery from cleaning, set-up to operations. The operator should work with computer-controlled equipment or more mechanical machines. Operations are aimed at producing specific products in accordance with specifications, instructions, measurements, (SOPs) according to the production plans and in a manner that emphasizes safety and quality and minimizes wastes.

    Responsibilities

    • Machine Operation & Setup Setting up and operating the tablet compression machine according to production batch records. Adjusting machine parameters such as speed, pressure, and weight to ensure quality production. 
    • Quality Control & Compliance Conducting in-process quality checks, including tablet weight, thickness, hardness, and appearance. Monitoring and recording compression parameters to ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).production.
    • Documentation & Record-Keeping Maintaining accurate production logs, machine operation records, and batch documentation. Recording any deviations, breakdowns, or adjustments made during operation.
    • Machine Maintenance & Troubleshooting Cleaning and lubricating the machine before and after each batch run
    • Performing routine checks and preventive maintenance to minimize downtime. Troubleshooting minor mechanical issues and reporting major faults to the maintenance team.
    • Compliance with Safety & GMP Regulations Following standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety guidelines while handling pharmaceutical products.

    Competencies, Qualifications & Experience

    • Problem solving approach and troubleshooting skills.
    • Continuous mental and visual attention/alertness during cleaning machine set ups and operations.
    • Team player, collaborative spirit and good communication skills.
    • Ability to work under pressure and with minimal supervision.
    • Computer Literacy i.e. Ms. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access etc.
    • Minimum diploma in Any Engineering (Production Option) Operations.
    • Two (2) years' experience on the same role in a pharmaceutical industry. Computer literate.

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    Method of Application

    Deadline; 4th September 2025, COB. Send application to recruitment@cosmos-pharm.com Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
     

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