Production Head /Manager (Formulation)

Ronald Pharmaceuticals; Poicha; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Ronald Pharmaceuticals in Gujarat, India is seeking an experienced production professional to lead day-to-day formulation manufacturing operations. The role focuses on planning, organizing, and driving production targets while ensuring strict regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate has 7–10 years in pharmaceutical manufacturing, strong leadership, and hands-on expertise in production planning, process optimization, and documentation, with proficiency in ERP systems and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a Life Sciences discipline.
• 7-10 years of relevant experience in formulation pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience in production planning, process optimization, documentation, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong understanding of cGMP, WHO-GMP, Schedule M, and other regulatory guidelines.
• Proven leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and oversee day-to-day production activities to achieve production targets.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, SOPs, GDP, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage production of formulation products such as tablets, capsules, powders, and liquid oral preparations.
• Monitor manufacturing schedules, machine utilization, manpower planning, and production efficiency.
• Coordinate with Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Warehouse, Engineering, and Supply Chain for smooth operations.
• Ensure timely completion and review of Batch Manufacturing Records (BMRs) and Batch Packaging Records (BPRs).
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, reduce wastage, and optimize manufacturing costs.
• Investigate production deviations, implement CAPA, and support audits by regulatory authorities and customers.
• Ensure proper maintenance of production equipment in coordination with the Engineering team.
• Train, mentor, and develop production personnel while maintaining a safe and disciplined work environment.

Skills

Production planning

Process optimization

Documentation

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related Life Sciences discipline

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Role & responsibilities :

• Plan, organize, and oversee day-to-day production activities to achieve production targets.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, SOPs, GDP, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage production of formulation products such as tablets, capsules, powders, and liquid oral preparations (as applicable).
• Monitor manufacturing schedules, machine utilization, manpower planning, and production efficiency.
• Coordinate with Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Warehouse, Engineering, and Supply Chain for smooth operations.
• Ensure timely completion and review of Batch Manufacturing Records (BMRs) and Batch Packaging Records (BPRs).
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, reduce wastage, and optimize manufacturing costs.
• Investigate production deviations, implement CAPA, and support audits by regulatory authorities and customers.
• Ensure proper maintenance of production equipment in coordination with the Engineering team.
• Train, mentor, and develop production personnel while maintaining a safe and disciplined work environment.

Preferred candidate profile :

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related Life Sciences discipline.
• 710 years of relevant experience in formulation pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience in production planning, process optimization, documentation, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong understanding of cGMP, WHO-GMP, Schedule M, and other applicable regulatory guidelines.
• Proven leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications is preferred.