Process Technician

Haleon; India; On-site; INR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Haleon in Indore, India, is seeking a Process Operator to safely operate toothpaste manufacturing processes at the new facility. The role supports commissioning, validation, technology transfer and production ramp-up, with progression toward lead operator responsibilities for shift-level process leadership.

Qualification includes a Diploma in a technical discipline and 5–8 years in FMCG or related fast‑paced manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Mechatronics, Production Engineering or related technical discipline.
• 5 to 8 years of experience in FMCG, Consumer healthcare, food, pharmaceutical, or high-speed manufacturing environments.
• Hands-on experience in process equipment operation, troubleshooting, maintenance, commissioning, and line performance improvement.
• Experience supporting TPM, Autonomous Maintenance, Preventive Maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plant Startup & Commissioning: support commissioning, startup and stabilization of new equipment; participate in trials, IQ/OQ/PQ and validation activities.
• Manufacturing Operations: operate mixing, homogenization, powder handling, storage, transfer and cleaning; maintain records.
• Process Trials & Technology Transfer: support trials, transfers, scale-up and commercialization; document data and observations.
• Safety & Quality Compliance: follow GMP, quality, hygiene and housekeeping requirements; report deviations.
• Autonomous Maintenance & Equipment Care: routine inspection, cleaning, lubrication and basic maintenance within operator scope.
• OEE Improvement & Continuous Improvement: monitor losses; participate in root-cause analysis and TPM/Lean initiatives.
• Capability Development: develop end-to-end understanding of toothpaste manufacturing and training.

Skills

Process equipment operation

Troubleshooting

Shift work

Education

Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical/Instrumentation

Tools

IQ/OQ/PQ

GMP

Job description

Welcome to Haleon. We’re a purpose-driven, world-class consumer company putting everyday health in the hands of millions. In just three years since our launch, we’ve grown, evolved and are now entering an exciting new chapter – one filled with bold ambitions and enormous opportunity. Our trusted portfolio of brands – including Sensodyne®, Panadol®, Advil®, Voltaren®, Theraflu®, Otrivin®, and Centrum® – lead in resilient and growing categories. What sets us apart is our unique blend of deep human understanding and trusted science. Now it’s time to fully realise the full potential of our business and our people. We do this through our Win as One strategy. It puts our purpose – to deliver better everyday health with humanity – at the heart of everything we do. It unites us, inspires us, and challenges us to be better every day, driven by our agile, performance-focused culture.

Location: Indore

About the Role

The Process Operator will safely and efficiently operate toothpaste manufacturing processes at the new India facility. The role will support commissioning, validation, technology transfer and production ramp-up while developing end-to-end process expertise. Based on demonstrated capability and performance, the role will progressively transition to Lead Process Operator, with responsibility for shift-level process leadership, equipment reliability, operator capability and OEE improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• 1. Plant Startup & Commissioning Support commissioning, startup and stabilization of new manufacturing equipment and process lines. Participate in equipment trials, commissioning checks, IQ/OQ/PQ and process validation activities. Assist Engineering and Technical teams in establishing standard operating parameters and resolving startup issues.
• 2. Manufacturing Operations Operate mixing, homogenization, powder handling, storage, transfer and cleaning systems according to approved procedures. Monitor critical process parameters and execute batch manufacturing safely, efficiently and consistently. Perform cleaning, changeover, line-clearance and material-handling activities in accordance with site requirements. Maintain accurate batch, equipment and process records.
• 3. Process Trials & Technology Transfer Support manufacturing trials, product transfers, scale-up and commercialization activities. Record trial data, process observations, deviations and equipment performance accurately. Work with Technical, Quality and Engineering teams during validation and implementation of new processes.
• 4. Safety & Quality Compliance Follow site safety, GMP, quality, hygiene and housekeeping requirements. Identify and report unsafe conditions, process deviations and equipment abnormalities promptly. Support investigations and implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• 5. Autonomous Maintenance & Equipment Care Perform routine equipment inspection, cleaning, lubrication, tightening and basic maintenance within defined operator responsibilities. Identify early signs of equipment deterioration, leakage, abnormal vibration, noise, temperature, or other reliability concerns. Support preventive maintenance, breakdown restoration and planned shutdown activities with Maintenance and Engineering. Maintain equipment in a clean, safe, and production-ready condition.
• 6. OEE Improvement & Continuous Improvement Monitor losses affecting OEE across availability, performance and quality. Support reduction of breakdowns, minor stops, speed losses, changeover time, process waste and quality defects. Participate in root-cause analysis and shop-floor problem solving for downtime and process losses. Contribute to TPM, Lean, yield improvement, cycle-time reduction and productivity initiatives.
• 7. Capability Development Develop end-to-end understanding of toothpaste manufacturing and associated equipment. Complete required process, safety, quality and equipment-operation training and certification. Build troubleshooting capability and share operating learnings with other team members.

Qualification and Experience

Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Mechatronics, Production Engineering or related technical discipline. 5 to 8 years of experience in FMCG, Consumer healthcare, food, pharmaceutical, Personal care, pr other high- speed manufacturing environments. Hands‑on experience in process equipment operation, troubleshooting, maintenance, commissioning, and line performance improvement. Experience supporting TPM, Autonomous Maintenance, Preventive Maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives is preferred, Required Skills & Competencies Practical knowledge of manufacturing equipment and batch process operations. Basic mechanical aptitude and first-level troubleshooting capability. Understanding of process safety, GMP, quality and documentation requirements. Awareness of OEE, downtime analysis, yield, waste and productivity measures. Ability to follow SOPs, interpret process instructions and maintain accurate records. Good communication, teamwork, discipline and willingness to work in shifts. Ability to learn and operate effectively in a greenfield startup environment.

Job Posting End Date

2026-09-30

Equal Opportunities

Haleon are committed to mobilising our purpose in a way that represents the diverse consumers and communities who rely on our brands every day. It guides us in creating an inclusive culture, where different backgrounds and views are valued and respected – all in support of understanding and best serving the needs of our consumers and unleashing the full potential of our people. It’s important to us that Haleon is a place where all our employees feel they truly belong. During the application process, we may ask you to share some personal information, which is entirely voluntary. This information ensures we meet certain regulatory and reporting obligations and supports the development, refinement, and execution of our inclusion and belonging programmes that are open to all Haleon employees. The personal information you provide will be kept confidential, used only for legitimate business purposes, and will never be used in making any employment decisions, including hiring decisions.

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Note to candidates

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