Production Officer (Animal Health) at Astron – Fresh Graduates Welcome

Astron is a well-established market leader in the pharmaceutical industry with nearly 70 years of history. The company is involved in the development, manufacturing, marketing, and distribution of a wide array of products, including pharmaceuticals, nutritional supplements, herbal products, and animal health supplements. Astron is known for its high-quality products and ethical business practices.

Position and Location Details

Post: Officer – Production (Animal Health)
Job Location: Not explicitly mentioned, but contact information suggests a focus on the Sri Lanka market (based on the .lk email domain).

Key Job Responsibilities

The Production Officer will play a crucial supervisory and compliance role, covering planning, operations, quality, safety, and team management:

A. Planning and Operations

Assist in preparing daily and weekly production schedules.
Ensure production targets are met in line with demand forecasts.
Coordinate with PPIC, Maintenance, and Quality divisions for smooth operations.
Oversee production line activities and ensure efficient use of resources (materials, manpower, machinery).
Monitor process parameters and propose improvements.

B. Quality and Documentation

Ensure proper documentation of production data and daily reports.
Ensure high quality standards for products.
Implement, monitor, and maintain Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Coordinate with the Quality Assurance team for inspections and audits.

C. Safety and Team Management

Enforce adherence to safety regulations and company policies.
Conduct safety briefings and promptly report/investigate incidents.
Supervise and train Production staff for high performance and compliance.
Evaluate employee performance, support development, and conduct divisional trainings.
Monitor leave, attendance, punctuality, performance, and discipline within the team.

D. Efficiency and Improvement

Identify bottlenecks and propose process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
Support lean manufacturing and cost-saving initiatives.

Candidate Profile

Qualification: B.Sc. in Pharmacy or B.Pharm Degree.
Experience: Minimum of 1–2 years of experience in Manufacturing is preferred, but potential fresh graduates will also be considered.
Skills: Computer literacy (proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel) and good command of written and spoken English.

How to Apply

Deadline: 30th November 2025
Submission Method: Forward your CV with two non-related referees via email.
Email ID: careers@astron.lk
Subject Line: Must mention the post applied (e.g., “Officer – Production (Animal Health)”).
Alternative: You may also apply online by filling out the form (details not provided here).