Manager - OE(Special projects)

Piramal Pharma Limited; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Piramal Pharma Limited is seeking a Manager - OE (Special Projects) to drive foundational and thematic OE initiatives aligned with the long-range plan across PPS manufacturing sites. The role provides hands-on support to site OE leads and teams for deployment and maturation of programs.

The ideal candidate brings 6–10 years of OE experience, strong Lean/Six Sigma expertise, and a track record of leading TPM, ToC, and AI-enabled improvements, with capability to train and coach across functions.

Qualifications

• 6–10 years of experience in Operational Excellence at manufacturing locations/Corporate/Consulting firms.
• Exposure to Lean production Systems, Daily Management System, Policy Deployment, Factory Operating Systems.
• Hands-on leadership in Bex/OpEx/ME Models to drive culture shift and Lean mindset.
• Experience driving Lean, TPM, ToC, Six Sigma initiatives and projects.

Responsibilities

• Drive foundational and thematic OE initiatives per global framework and LRP.
• Refine initiatives with OE team and leadership to meet key business challenges.
• Define and program manage thematic initiatives like OEE, OTIF, COPQ, AI-enabled VSM, and LSS certifications.
• Provide on-site/remote support to site OE teams for deployment of programs.
• Deliver training to build OE capabilities across sites and leaders on LSS belt modules.
• Coach users in Lean, ToC and Six Sigma tools to solve problems.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Communication

Data analytics

Minitab

Education

M Tech/B Tech in Chemical/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering or M.Pharm, Lean Six Sigma BB certified

Tools

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Minitab

IoT

Job description

Company Overview

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Piramal Pharma Solutions is a contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO), offering end-to-end development and manufacturing solutions across the drug life cycle. We serve our clients through a globally integrated network of facilities in North America, Europe and Asia. This enables us to offer a comprehensive range of services including Drug Discovery Solutions, Process & Pharmaceutical Development services, Clinical Trial Supplies, Commercial supply of APIs and Finished dosage forms. We also offer specialized services like development and manufacture of Highly Potent APIs and Antibody Drug Conjugation. Our capability as an integrated service provider & experience with various technologies enables us to serve Innovator and Generic companies worldwide.

For more details, please visit: www.piramalpharmasolutions.com

Job Title

Manager - OE(Special projects)

Job Description

The primary objective of the role is to drive the implementation and program manage the OE special foundational & thematic projects in line with the OE framework and LRP, across the PPS manufacturing sites. Providing academic and hands-on support to the site OE leads and Site teams for deployment and maturation of these programs.

Key Stakeholders

• INTERNAL: SLTs, Global & regional OE head & team, Corporate functions
• EXTERNAL: Vendors, Consulting firms

Reporting Structure

The role directly reports to Chief Manager-OE(DMS and Special projects)

Qualification

• M tech/B Tech in Chemical/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering or M.Pharm, Lean Six Sigma BB certified.
• Certification in WCOM/TPM/ Mfg. Excellence/ BEx is desirable.

Experience

• 6 to 10 years of experience in the area of Operational Excellence at any manufacturing location/Corporate/Consulting firm.
• Good exposure to the deployment of Lean production Systems/ Daily Management System/ Policy Deployment/Factory Operating Systems.
• Hands-on experience in leading & implementing Bex/OpEx/ME Models through teams in manufacturing sites (preferably Pharma), to bring cultural transformation and Lean mindset & behaviors.
• Should have driven projects/initiatives based on approaches i.e. Lean, TPM, ToC, Six Sigma, etc.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to build a strong working relationship with all stakeholders.
• Demonstrate high levels of Ownership & Accountability.
• Ability to organise the work, plan well and prioritise based on impact.
• Action-oriented and results-driven.
• Analytical with strong command over MS Excel, PowerPoint, Data Analytics, and Minitab.
• Ability & experience in the deployment of Digital use cases in IoT, AI, ML & Data analytics.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Responsible for driving the foundational and thematic initiatives as per the global OE framework and the long-range plan.
• Should work closely with the core OE team and the leadership to refine the initiatives and approach in LRP, to help address the key business challenges.
• Should be able to define, refine, and program manage the thematic initiatives, i.e. OEE improvement, OTIF improvement, COPQ reduction, AI-enabled VSM, LSS WB/YB/GB/BB certification, etc.
• Should be open to the special requirements to support any key challenge and add to the current program, in discussion with the manager.
• Should take regular opportunities for a step-back view on the development and challenges against the key imperatives, and induce enhancement in the OE LRP accordingly.
• Should partner with the other OE team members to cohesively drive the key OE program and agenda.
• Ensure the business and site imperatives/KPIs are achieved through the DMS as an overarching program.
• Should partner with the site OE leads to facilitate the strategy deployment process effectively and efficiently, towards the objective of Zero Defects, Zero Deterrents, Zero Harm, and Zero Waste.
• Can ensure the key burning issues of the sites are translated adequately through the PMS standard, across the tiers.
• Conduct data analytics and diagnostics to identify improvement opportunities in processes.
• Amalgamate the thematic improvement projects with DMS elements, to enhance Productivity, Quality, Cost, Delivery, and safety continuously.
• Provide on-site/remote assistance to the site OE leads and the teams, for smooth implementation of the foundational and thematic initiatives, as per the OE LRP.
• Strategise and deliver the training events to enhance the capability of site OE resources and leaders on the LSS belt modules.
• An expert in the use of Lean, ToC, and Six Sigma tools & methodology.
• Coach and guide the users on utilising these tools appropriately to implement projects and drive problem-solving.
• Should be able to proactively identify obstacles and thus assist in managing the projects.
• Facilitate drafting and sharing of the MIS and participate in the OE governance model.
• Drive the digitalization of applicable foundational & thematic programs.

PPL Overview

Piramal Pharma Limited, offers a portfolio of differentiated products and services through its 17 global development and manufacturing facilities and a global distribution network in over 100 countries. PPL includes Piramal Pharma Solutions (PPS), an integrated Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization; Piramal Critical Care (PCC), a Complex Hospital Generics business; and the India Consumer Healthcare business, selling over-the- counter products. In addition, one of PPL’s associate companies, AbbVie Therapeutics India Private Limited is a JV with AbbVie Inc. and has emerged as one of the market leaders in the ophthalmology therapy area. Further, PPL has a minority investment in Yapan Bio Private Limited. In October 2020, PPL received a 20% strategic growth investment from the Carlyle Group.

Equal Employment Opportunity

PPL provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. It prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin or ethnicity, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Our employment decisions are based on merit considering qualifications, skills, performance, and achievements. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, selection, training, social programs, placement, promotion, demotion, compensation and benefits, transfers, terminations, and working conditions.