Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION - Sr. Production Manager / Production Head (Pharma API Manufacturing)

Industry:

Pharma API Manufacturing

Location:

Ankleshwar GIDC, Bharuch, Gujarat

Department:

Production / Plant Operations

Experience:

10-15+ Years (Mandatory in Pharma API Manufacturing Only)

Education:

B.Tech Chemical / M.Tech Chemical / B.Sc / M.Sc Chemistry / B.Pharm

Gender:

Male (Preferred - due to plant operations & shift handling)

Age Range:

35-50 Years

Salary Range:

?12 LPA - ?20 LPA (Depending on experience, skills & plant size)

Position Summary

We are looking for a highly experienced

Sr. Production Manager / Production Head

to oversee the

entire production operations of Pharma API Manufacturing Plant

. The candidate must have a

strong background in multi-step API synthesis

,

production planning

,

team management

,

GMP documentation

,

ERP/CRM pharma software

, and

export account coordination

.

The role requires ensuring

smooth plant operations

,

quality compliance

,

production targets

, and

coordinating with QA, QC, R&D, and Export teams

for domestic and international business.

Key Responsibilities1. Production Planning & Execution

Plan and execute production for

various types of APIs

according to

BMR / MFR

. Optimize

reactor utilization, equipment scheduling, manpower deployment

, and batch execution. Ensure

on-time production targets

while M

aintaining yield

, quality, and compliance. Implement

continuous improvement initiatives

in production processes.

2. Plant Operations & Equipment Management

Oversee

reactors, centrifuges, dryers, distillation columns, scrubbers, filtration, vacuum systems

. Ensure preventive maintenance, calibration, and smooth operation of all equipment. Troubleshoot production issues, process deviations, or equipment failures promptly.

3. Documentation & GMP Compliance

Ensure

accurate documentation in BMR, MFR, Logbooks, SOPs

. Maintain compliance with

GMP, cGMP, ICH Q7

standards. Oversee

cleaning validation, equipment qualification

, and production records. Ensure

data integrity (ALCOA+)

across all documentation.

4. Export & Merchant Export Coordination

Coordinate with

Export / Accounts team

for batch dispatches. Ensure

Merchant Exporter documentation

(CT1, LUT, COA, SDS, Packing List). Support export account handling for domestic and international shipments.

5. ERP / CRM Pharma Software Management

Maintain

production planning, batch tracking, inventory management

using ERP/CRM software. Generate reports for

production performance, material usage, and batch yield

. Monitor

production KPIs and MIS reports

for management review.

6. Team Management & Leadership

Supervise

Production Chemists, Operators, and Helpers

across shifts. Conduct

training on GMP, safety, SOPs, and process improvements

. Build a culture of accountability, discipline, and safety in the plant.

7. Safety & Regulatory Compliance

Ensure

EHS compliance

in chemical handling, reaction safety, and plant operations. Conduct

risk assessments

, monitor near misses, and implement preventive actions. Ensure compliance with

domestic & international regulatory standards

.

8. Business Development Support

Coordinate with Sales & Marketing team for

new product manufacturing and export-ready batches

. Support technical queries, scale-up, and feasibility studies for new APIs. Contribute to

cost optimization and process improvement

for export and domestic customers.

Required SkillsTechnical Skills

Mandatory:

10-15+ years in

Pharma API Manufacturing Plant

(Domestic + Export). Strong knowledge of

multi-step chemical reactions

, API production, and process scale-up. Hands-on experience in

reactor operations, drying, filtration, distillation, vacuum systems

. Expertise in

GMP documentation, BMR, MFR, SOPs, equipment qualification

. Knowledge of

ERP/CRM pharma software

(Tally, SAP, BatchMaster, Spectrum ERP, etc.). Familiarity with

export account handling and Merchant Exporter documentation

.

Soft Skills

Strong

leadership, team management, and decision-making

skills. Excellent communication, coordination, and problem-solving abilities. Target-driven, safety-conscious, and quality-oriented mindset. Ability to handle pressure during critical production processes.

Experience Required

10-15+ years in Pharma API Production / Plant Operations

. Experience in

domestic & export API production

, multi-molecule manufacturing. Experience with

documentation, ERP/CRM, and export account coordination

.

Salary Range

?12,00,000 - ?20,00,000 per annum

(Based on experience, expertise in API manufacturing, export handling, and plant size)

Additional Benefits (Optional):

PF / ESIC Performance-based bonus Transport / Canteen facilities Travel reimbursement (if required)

Reporting To

Managing Director / Plant Head / CEO
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹75,000.00 - ₹125,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Cell phone reimbursement Food provided Health insurance Internet reimbursement Leave encashment Life insurance Provident Fund
Work Location: In person