Job Title: Plant Chemist – Packaging
Employment Type: Full-time
Company: Meck Pharmaceuticals & Chemicals Pvt Ltd
Location: Sanand, Gujarat
Industry: Pharmaceuticals / Chemicals
Experience: 1–5 years in chemical, pharma, nutraceutical, food, or cosmetic manufacturing
Education Qualification: B.Sc / M.Sc (Chemistry or relevant field)
Salary: 15000-23000 ( Depends on interview )
Shift: Rotational Shift
Shift 1: 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Shift 2: 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Shift 3: 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM
Job Summary
The Plant Chemist is responsible for monitoring and controlling processing operations including sifting (sieving), milling, and drying, along with downstream packaging activities. The role ensures product quality, process efficiency, and compliance with GMP, safety, and regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities
Processing Operations (Sifting, Milling & Drying)
Operate and monitor sifting/sieving equipment to ensure uniform particle size and removal of foreign matter
Supervise milling operations (hammer mill, pulverizer, multimill, etc.) to achieve specified granule or powder size
Control and monitor drying processes (tray dryer, fluid bed dryer, rotary dryer) to meet moisture specifications
Record process parameters such as time, temperature, RPM, and moisture content
Ensure proper equipment cleaning and line clearance before and after operations
Quality Control & Compliance
Conduct in-process checks for particle size, moisture content, and bulk density
Ensure adherence to SOPs, GMP, and safety guidelines
Identify deviations during processing and initiate corrective actions
Packaging & Coordination
Coordinate with packaging team after drying and milling completion
Ensure material is released for packaging only after QC approval
Verify correct labeling, batch coding, and documentation
Documentation & Reporting
Maintain batch manufacturing and processing records
Document equipment usage logs and cleaning records
Support audits and inspections
Safety & Housekeeping
Follow EHS norms during milling and drying operations (dust control, PPE usage)
Ensure proper handling and storage of raw and processed materials
Key Skills
Hands-on knowledge of sifting, milling, and drying processes
Understanding of particle size control and moisture analysis
GMP and documentation practices
Problem-solving and process optimization