Dei BioPharma Ltd
Dei BioPharma Ltd is a biotech and pharmaceutical research firm duly incorporated in Uganda, specializing in the development and manufacture of innovative medicines and vaccines.
The development of our drugs and vaccines manufacturing facility was commissioned on July 6, 2021, by President Yoweri Museveni and Kenya President William Ruto (then Vice President).
The state-of the art facility is situated in Matugga, Wakiso district. Uganda, and shall produce high quality medicines across a wide range of therapeutic areas.
These include malaria, cancer, generies, beta lactums, non betalactums, nutraceuticals, podies.
The manufacturing facility is gearing to produce one billion doses of mRNA vaccines guided by the most stringent global CMP including the US FDA, EU (EMA) and the World Health Organization (WHO) standards.
Announcement Number: DB/05/2025/PD012
Position Title: Operator – Primary Packing (Number of positions: 04)
Opening Period: 05/05/2025 – 05/12/2025
Series/Grade: L (2)
Salary: Competitive
Who May Apply: All Interested Applicants
Duration Appointment: Indefinite, subject to successful completion of probationary period
Supervisory Position: None
Job Summary:
The Primary Packing Operator is responsible for executing the initial packaging operations for pharmaceutical products, including blister packing, strip packing and bottle filling in accordance with approved Batch Packaging Records (BPRs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). The role involves operating packaging machinery, loading packaging materials, performing in-process checks for sealing, labeling and coding accuracy and ensuring proper documentation of packaging activities. The operator is expected to maintain line cleanliness, assist with equipment changeovers, and promptly report any deviations or equipment malfuncions.
The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of pharmaceutical packaging operations, attention to detail, and experience working- in a regulated production environment.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Operate primary packaging machinery including blister packing, bottle filing, sealing and strip packing machines
2. Load packaging materials (e.g., PVC, aluminum foil, bottles, caps, desiccants) onto machines in accordance with production
3. Monitor machine performance and adjust settings to maintain packaging quality and efficiency.
4. Conduct visual inspection of packed units for correct sealing, coding, labeling and product integnity.
5. Document all operations in-process checks and packaging quantities in the batch packaging records (BPRs).
6. Assist in line clearance, cleaning and setup for different products or formats.
7. Report any machine faults, packaging defects or deviations to the line supervisor promptly.
8. Follow hygiene, gowning and safety protocols while working in classified packaging areas.
9. Ensure proper handing and segregation of rejected or damaged units according to SOPs,
10. Support implementation of GMP, productivity and continuous improvement initiatives on the packaging line.
Academic Qualifications:
Minimum of Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE). A certificate or diploma in Industrial Technology, Packaging, or a related technical field is an added advantage.
Experience and Competencies
1. Minimum of 4-5 years of hands-on experience in pharmaceutical primary packing of oral solid dosage manufacturing.
2. Strong technical understanding of tablet compression machinery, tooling and product parameters.
3. Familiarity with cMP, equipment cleaning validation and documentation requirements.
4. Ability to interpret technical drawings, BMRs and operate within regulated production environments.
5. Good mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
6. Experience in working within cross-functional production and quality teams.
All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Dei BioPharma Ltd, provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation or marital status.
HOW TO APPLY:
All interested candidates who meet the required qualifications and experience are invited to submit their CVs, Cover Letter & Academic documents (addressed to the Human Resources Manager)
All Application documents should be merged as one document in PDF or DOC / DOCX, which should not exceed 10MB
Applications should be sent by email to recruitment@deibiopharma. com with the JOB TITLE IN THE SUBJECT LINE
Should you not hear from us within twenty one (21) days from the closing date of this advertisement, you may consider your application to be unsuccessful
Deadline: 12th May 2025 by 5:00PM
