Cleaning Operator

About the Role

Granules Pharmaceuticals Inc. (GPI), a subsidiary of Granules India LTD, is a fast-growing generic pharma company in the US with sites in Chantilly and Manassas, Virginia. We specialize in R&D, manufacturing, and packaging of medicines, including advanced drug delivery technologies. We are committed to excellence in manufacturing, quality, and commercialization of generic drugs to provide reliable and affordable options to customers.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Requirements

• 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.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Physical Requirements/Working Environment

• 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.

This position is a full-time, individual contributor role reporting to the Manufacturing Supervisor/Manager. It involves internal contacts with manufacturing personnel and production supervisors.