Production Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and monitor daily production activities as per production schedules.
• Ensure timely completion of manufacturing batches as per approved BMR/BPR and SOPs.
• Manage production operations while maintaining required quality standards and GMP compliance.
• Coordinate with QA, QC, Warehouse, Engineering, Maintenance and Planning departments.
• Monitor production output, yield, productivity and material consumption.
• Ensure proper utilization of manpower, machinery, raw materials and other resources.
• Prepare and review production plans, shift schedules and manpower allocation.
• Supervise and guide production officers, supervisors, operators and workers.
• Ensure proper documentation of manufacturing activities and batch records.
• Investigate production-related deviations, breakdowns, process issues and non-conformities in coordination with QA/QC.
• Support CAPA, change control, deviation, OOS and investigation activities wherever applicable.
• Ensure equipment cleaning, line clearance and area clearance are completed as per SOP requirements.
• Monitor machine/equipment performance and coordinate with Engineering/Maintenance for breakdown resolution.
• Maintain production records, daily production reports and relevant MIS.
• Identify opportunities for improving productivity, reducing wastage and optimizing manufacturing processes.
• Ensure compliance with EHS and workplace safety requirements.
• Conduct training and ensure employees follow GMP, SOP, safety and hygiene requirements.
• Maintain discipline and good housekeeping within the production area.
• Participate in internal, customer and regulatory audits and provide necessary production-related documentation.
• Ensure effective implementation of SOPs, work instructions and quality systems.
• Coordinate with management for production targets, manpower requirements and operational challenges.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in production processes.
• Strong knowledge of Pharmaceutical Manufacturing and GMP.

Preferred Candidate Profile

• 8–15 years of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing/production.
• Candidates with experience in API / Formulation / Pharmaceutical manufacturing will be preferred depending on the company's manufacturing process.
• Should have hands-on experience in managing production teams and manufacturing operations.
• Should be familiar with GMP, SOP, safety and regulatory compliance.
• Candidates with experience in handling audits and cross-functional coordination will be preferred
• Good understanding of BMR/BPR, SOPs, batch manufacturing and documentation.
• Strong production planning and manpower management skills.
• Knowledge of deviation, CAPA, change control and investigation processes.
• Good understanding of production equipment and manufacturing processes.
• Strong leadership and team-management abilities.
• Good problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Good communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet production timelines.
• Good knowledge of MS Office and ERP systems.
• Strong documentation and reporting skills.

Pay: Up to ₹120,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person