Manager - Plant Engineering Pharma Formulations

TALENTMATE; Ankleshwar; On-site; INR 12,00,000 - 18,00,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruiting platform is seeking a Manager - Plant Engineering to oversee maintenance operations and ensure compliance with regulatory standards in Ankleshwar, Gujarat. The ideal candidate will have 12 to 15 years of experience in pharmaceutical formulations and a degree in Mechanical Engineering. Responsibilities include overseeing preventive maintenance, ensuring safety compliance, and leading projects. This is a full-time position offering competitive remuneration.

Qualifications

• 12 to 15 years of working experience in a Pharmaceutical Formulations plant.
• Strong knowledge of validation and regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency in budgeting and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance of plant equipment and infrastructure.
• Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, FDA, ISO, and other regulatory standards.
• Plan and execute capital projects, prepare and manage budgets.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams for project delivery.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Time management

Knowledge of HSE and GMP

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Manager - Plant Engineering Pharma Formulations

Location: Ankleshwar Site, Ankleshwar, Gujarat, India. Job Type: Full-time. Role Level: Mid-Level.

Overview

Position for a Manager - Plant Engineering in Pharma Formulations with responsibility for engineering and maintenance operations, compliance, project management, continuous improvement, and team leadership.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance of plant equipment and infrastructure to ensure optimal performance of manufacturing, packaging, and warehouse equipment.
• Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for equipment failures; document and maintain history cards for all critical plant equipment.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, FDA, ISO, and other regulatory standards; maintain engineering documentation including SOPs, validation protocols, and equipment qualification records.
• Support audits and inspections by regulatory bodies.
• Plan and execute capital projects, including equipment installation, facility upgrades, and expansions; prepare and manage engineering budgets (CAPEX & OPEX).
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely project delivery.
• Drive energy efficiency, cost reduction, and reliability improvement initiatives; implement Kaizen methodologies.
• Monitor KPIs such as OTIF, OEE, MTBF, MTTR, and maintenance cost.
• Lead and mentor a team of engineers, technicians, and contractors; develop training programs for technical staff; foster a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Prepare and implement standard operating procedures for Plant Engineering operations and maintain related documentation.
• Spare parts management – procure spare parts and maintain stock for all critical equipment.
• Ensure compliance with HSE Cell and internal GMP cell recommendations; implement cGMP and EH&S requirements for pharmaceuticals.
• Identify and correct unsafe conditions or behaviors and promptly report hazardous situations.
• Perform internal quality audits as a Qualified Internal Auditor in accordance with the internal quality audit schedule.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering from a reputed university.
• 12 to 15 years of working experience in a Pharmaceutical Formulations plant.
• Strong knowledge of HSE, GMP, validation, and regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency in project management, budgeting, and technical documentation; excellent verbal and written communication; time management and problem-solving skills.

Job Details

• Country: India
• City: Ankleshwar, Gujarat
• Job Function: Engineering and Information Technology
• Industry: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
• Employment Type: Full-time

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