Cleaning Operator

Description

Granules Pharmaceuticals Inc., (GPI) is a subsidiary of Granules India LTD. Over the past 34 years, we have worked towards strengthening our core and we are currently the 10th fastest growing generic pharma company in the US!

With our sites in Chantilly and Manassas, Virginia, we have R&D through manufacturing and packaging of our medicines including pulsatile drug release in tablet and capsule dosage form, orally disintegrating modified release tablets (XR, MR, ER), modified release suspension and controlled substances capabilities in an abuse deterrent technology platform.

We are dedicated to excellence in manufacturing, quality, and commercialization of generic drugs to give customers reliable and affordable options.

The Cleaning Operator is responsible for performing cleaning and sanitation activities throughout the manufacturing facility to ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), company procedures, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.

• Perform routine cleaning and sanitation of manufacturing rooms, equipment, floors, walls, ceilings, corridors, and other designated facility areas.
• Execute cleaning activities according to approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and cleaning schedules.
• Ensure manufacturing and support areas are maintained in a clean, sanitary, and GMP-compliant condition.
• Safely handle, prepare, and use cleaning agents and sanitation chemicals in accordance with approved procedures.
• Clean, inspect, and maintain cleaning tools and equipment.
• Perform cleaning and sanitization of ancillary items and manufacturing accessories required for production activities, ensuring compliance with GMP requirements.
• Complete cleaning records, logbooks, and related documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain proper housekeeping standards throughout assigned areas.
• Follow all GMP, safety, environmental, and quality requirements.
• Wear and properly use required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Report facility, equipment, safety, and housekeeping concerns to the supervisor.
• Support special cleaning activities, sanitation projects, and facility shutdown cleanings as assigned.
• Assist other departments with cleaning‑related activities when required.
• Maintain compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain and replenish gowning supplies in the gowning rooms to ensure compliance with GMP requirements and uninterrupted manufacturing operations.

Individual contributor position.

Manufacturing Supervisor/ Manager

• Manufacturing Personnel
• Production Supervisors

• Knowledge of GMP requirements and pharmaceutical manufacturing practices preferred.
• Ability to follow written procedures, work instructions, and SOPs.
• Understanding of cleaning and sanitation principles.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to complete documentation accurately.
• Ability to safely handle cleaning chemicals and sanitizing agents.
• Basic understanding of workplace safety requirements and PPE usage.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Frequent bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, and lifting.
• Ability to lift and move cleaning supplies, materials, and equipment.
• Ability to work in a GMP environment.
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals and sanitation agents.
• Must wear required PPE and comply with gowning requirements.

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The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.