JOB PROFILE – PRODUCTION ASSISTANT

Rubber Stopper Manufacturing Plant

1. Position Details

Position

Production Assistant – Rubber Stopper Manufacturing

Department

Production / Manufacturing

Reporting To

Production Supervisor / Production Manager

Location

To be specified

Employment Type

Full-time / Shift-based

Industry

Rubber / Pharmaceutical Primary Packaging / Medical & Elastomer Products

2. Role Purpose

The Production Assistant will support day-to-day rubber stopper manufacturing activities to ensure secure, efficient and uninterrupted production. The role will assist operators and supervisors with material handling, machine/line preparation, production documentation, in-process checks, housekeeping, packing and achievement of daily production targets while strictly following approved SOPs, work instructions and quality requirements.

3. Key Responsibilities

· Assist the Production Supervisor and Machine Operators in carrying out daily production activities as per the production plan.

· Support manufacturing processes such as rubber mixing/compounding, sheet preparation, moulding/forming, vulcanization/curing, washing or treatment, inspection, sorting and packing, as applicable.

· Arrange and transfer raw materials, semi-finished materials, components, moulds, trays, containers and packing materials as instructed.

· Assist in machine and workstation preparation before production, including cleaning, material staging and basic setup support.

· Feed materials/components into machines or production lines under operator/supervisor instructions and approved procedures.

· Assist operators during moulding/curing operations and ensure materials are available at the workstation to avoid production interruptions.

· Carry out visual inspection, sorting and segregation of rubber stoppers for visible defects according to defined quality standards.

· Assist with washing, coating, treatment, drying, visual inspection or other post-moulding operations, where applicable.

· Perform basic in-process checks as trained and immediately report abnormalities, defects or process deviations to the supervisor.

· Record production quantities, rejection quantities, downtime, material usage and other required information accurately in batch/production records.

· Maintain proper identification and traceability of raw materials, WIP, finished goods and rejected materials.

· Follow FIFO/FEFO and material-handling instructions wherever applicable.

· Maintain cleanliness and housekeeping of the production area, equipment and workstations as per 5S/GMP requirements.

· Follow all safety procedures, PPE requirements, machine safety rules and emergency instructions.

· Assist in cleaning and routine care of machines, tools, trays and production equipment as per SOPs.

· Segregate rejected/non-conforming products and ensure they are clearly identified and moved to the designated area.

· Support line clearance, changeover and product change activities under supervision.

· Assist with packing, labeling and movement of finished rubber stoppers as per approved instructions.

· Coordinate with Quality, Maintenance, Stores and other departments when required through the Production Supervisor.

· Maintain discipline,



punctuality and good manufacturing practices and immediately escalate unsafe or abnormal conditions.

4. Typical Production Activities – Rubber Stoppers

· Raw-material and compound staging

· Rubber sheet/blank preparation, where applicable

· Mould loading/unloading assistance

· Compression, injection or transfer moulding support

· Vulcanization/curing process assistance

· Deflashing / trimming / visual finishing, where applicable

· Washing, rinsing, coating or surface treatment support

· Drying and controlled handling

· Visual inspection and defect sorting

· Counting, packing and labeling

· Material and batch traceability

5. Quality & GMP Responsibilities

· Follow all approved SOPs, batch manufacturing records, work instructions and quality procedures.

· Maintain personal hygiene and comply with gowning/cleanroom requirements where applicable.

· Prevent contamination, mix-ups and damage to rubber stoppers during handling and processing.

· Ensure correct product, batch, material and packing identification at all times.

· Do not bypass machine controls or make unauthorized process adjustments.

· Immediately report quality defects, foreign matter, contamination, abnormal appearance or process deviations.

· Maintain accurate and legible production records and follow good documentation practices.

· Participate in training, audits and corrective/preventive actions as directed by the supervisor.

6. Safety Responsibilities

· Use prescribed PPE such as safety shoes, gloves, masks, goggles, ear protection or other PPE as required.

· Follow machine guarding, lockout/tagout and safe operating practices applicable to the assigned work.

· Handle hot moulds, curing equipment, chemicals and cleaning agents only as trained and authorized.

· Report unsafe conditions, near misses, spills, equipment abnormalities and injuries immediately.

· Keep aisles, emergency exits and work areas free from obstruction.

7. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

· Achievement of assigned daily/shift production targets

· Productivity and work efficiency

· Rejection/sorting accuracy and defect identification

· Adherence to SOPs, GMP and safety requirements

· Accuracy and completeness of production records

· Material handling accuracy and reduction of wastage

· Housekeeping / 5S compliance

· Attendance, punctuality and shift discipline

· Machine/line support effectiveness and reduction of avoidable downtime

8. Candidate Profile / Qualification

· Minimum 10th / 12th standard; ITI, Diploma or technical certification is an advantage.

· 0–3 years of manufacturing experience; freshers may be considered for trainee/entry-level positions.

· Prior experience in rubber, elastomer, pharmaceutical packaging, medical components, plastics, automotive components or similar manufacturing is preferred.

· Willingness to work in shifts and in a factory/production environment.





· Basic ability to read production instructions, numbers, quantities and simple records.

· Physically fit for standing, movement and routine material-handling activities associated with the role.

9. Technical & Behavioral Competencies

· Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and production discipline

· Attention to detail, especially for visual inspection and defect identification

· Ability to follow SOPs and instructions accurately

· Basic understanding of quality and 5S/GMP principles

· Good communication and teamwork

· Positive attitude and willingness to learn

· Discipline, reliability and punctuality

· Ability to work under supervision and meet shift targets

· Safety-conscious approach

10. HR Consultant – Search & Screening Mandate

· Prioritize candidates with hands-on factory/production experience, particularly in rubber, elastomer, pharmaceutical packaging, medical components or similar industries.

· For experienced candidates, verify the exact manufacturing process, machines handled and responsibilities performed.

· Assess willingness to work in rotational shifts and factory conditions.

· Check basic understanding of production targets, rejection, quality, safety, 5S and SOP compliance.

· For candidates from rubber stopper/closure manufacturing, identify experience in moulding, curing, washing, coating, inspection, sorting and packing.

· Validate employment stability, attendance/discipline record and reason for change.

· Submit candidate profiles with qualification, total experience, relevant industry experience, current location, current/last salary, expected salary, notice period and reason for change.

11. Suggested HR Screening Questions

· What manufacturing or production experience do you have?

· Have you worked with rubber, elastomer, pharmaceutical packaging or rubber stoppers?

· Which machines or production processes have you worked on?

· Have you worked in compression, injection or transfer moulding?

· Do you have experience with curing/vulcanization, washing, coating, inspection or packing?

· Are you comfortable working in rotational shifts?

· How do you ensure you follow SOPs and safety instructions?

· What types of defects have you identified during visual inspection?

· Have you maintained production records or batch documents?

· What was your previous production target or daily output?

· Why are you looking for a change?

· What are your current/last salary, expected salary and notice period?

12. Must-Have Criteria

· Willingness to work in shifts

· Strong work discipline and safety awareness

· Ability to follow production instructions/SOPs

· Good attention to detail

· Physical and mental readiness for a manufacturing environment

· Team-oriented and dependable attitude

13. Preferred Criteria

· Experience in rubber stopper / rubber closure manufacturing

· Experience in pharmaceutical primary packaging or medical rubber products

· Experience with rubber moulding and vulcanization/curing

· Experience in visual inspection and defect sorting

· ITI/Diploma in a technical trade

Experience with GMP/cleanroom production environments

Pay: ₹18,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month

Benefits:

- Health insurance
- Provident Fund

Work Location: In person

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