Head- Production Modules - FTO 3

Drreddyslaboratorieslimited; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Drreddyslaboratorieslimited is seeking an accomplished manufacturing operations leader with 12-16 years of experience in pharmaceutical production. You will oversee daily manufacturing and packing activities, manage WIP and inventory, and ensure strict adherence to cGMP and quality systems.

You will collaborate with SCM, QA/QC, MSAT and Engineering to meet production targets. Your role includes driving digital manufacturing adoption (MES/DAS), monitoring KPIs, and leading continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Bachelors or higher in a life sciences or engineering field.
• Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing operations in a cGMP environment.
• Strong exposure to quality systems, audits, and data integrity.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day manufacturing and packing operations to meet production plans.
• Monitor WIP and inventory; drive adherence to schedules.
• Coordinate with SCM, QA, QC, MSAT, Engineering and Warehouse for smooth execution.
• Drive digital manufacturing usage of MES/DAS and accurate data recording.
• Implement TPM and continuous improvement to boost productivity and reduce costs.
• Develop and coach production teams, manage training and skill development.
• Assist in budgeting, resource planning, and cost optimization.

Skills

Production Operations & Planning

cGMP Compliance & Documentation

Regulatory Audit Handling

TPM & Continuous Improvement

Digital Manufacturing Systems

Safety & EHS Management

Budgeting & Resource Planning

Data Analysis & Operational Reporting

Education

B.Sc./B.Pharm./B.Tech/M.Tech

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Ensure strict adherence to Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) requirements, including LOTO, JSA, and site safety procedures.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP requirements, SOPs, in-house specifications, master batch records, and quality systems.
• Drive data integrity and compliance standards across manufacturing operations.
• Participate in regulatory, customer, and internal audits and ensure timely closure of audit observations and CAPAs.
• Review and monitor deviations, change controls, CPV reports, APQRs, investigations, and quality trends.

Manufacturing Operations

• Lead day-to-day manufacturing and packing operations to achieve production plans and business commitments.
• Review production performance against plan, monitor WIP and semi-finished inventory, and drive plan adherence.
• Ensure optimum utilization of manpower, equipment, and resources to enhance productivity and operational efficiency.
• Monitor production performance and take corrective actions to address operational gaps.

Cross Functional Collaboration

• Coordinate closely with SCM, QA, QC, MSAT, Engineering, Warehouse, and other support functions to ensure smooth execution of manufacturing activities.
• Support technology transfers, product launches, validation activities, and process improvements.
• Ensure timely availability of materials, equipment, and quality clearances to meet production schedules.

Digital Manufacturing & Systems

• Drive effective utilization of digital manufacturing systems including MES, DAS, and other electronic production systems.
• Ensure accurate and timely recording of manufacturing data through digital platforms.
• Leverage production data and performance metrics for decision making and operational improvements.

Operational Excellence

• Drive TPM and continuous improvement initiatives to improve productivity, equipment effectiveness, quality, and cost performance.
• Monitor manufacturing KPIs and implement initiatives to improve operational performance.
• Support implementation of process improvements and best practices across production operations.

People & Industrial Relations

• Lead, coach, and develop production teams to build capability, engagement, and operational ownership.
• Ensure completion of required training, qualification, and skill development programs for production personnel.
• Drive performance management and succession readiness within the function.
• Maintain positive employee and industrial relations, ensuring discipline, engagement, and effective workforce management in a unionized manufacturing environment.

Engineering & Asset Management

• Coordinate with Engineering to ensure adherence to preventive maintenance plans and minimize equipment downtime.
• Support automation, reliability, and improvement projects to enhance manufacturing performance.

Budget & Resource Management

• Support preparation and execution of departmental budgets.
• Drive cost optimization through efficient utilization of manpower, materials, utilities, and equipment.
• Ensure achievement of departmental objectives within approved budgets.

Education

B.Sc. / B.Pharm. / B.Tech/ M. Tech

Experience

• 12-16 years of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing operations.
• Experience in handling manufacturing teams within a cGMP and regulatory-driven environment.

Skills & Attributes

Technical Skills

• Production Operations & Planning
• cGMP Compliance & Documentation
• Regulatory Audit Handling
• TPM & Continuous Improvement
• Digital Manufacturing Systems (MES/DAS)
• Safety & EHS Management
• Budgeting & Resource Planning
• Data Analysis & Operational Reporting

Behavioural Skills

• Leadership & Team Management
• Stakeholder Management
• Decision Making & Problem Solving
• Strong Communication & Coordination
• People Development & Coaching
• Execution Excellence
• Accountability & Ownership