Production Manager

Dindayal Ayurveda; Ajmer; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Dindayal Industries Limited, operating under the Dindayal Ayurveda brand, seeks an experienced Production Manager to lead the Ayurvedic manufacturing facility in Ajmer. You will oversee production planning, manpower utilization, and process improvements to ensure smooth operations and optimal output.

Ideal candidates have strong knowledge of Ayurvedic formulations, GMP, and regulatory requirements, with 5–10 years in Ayurvedic/Pharma manufacturing and a proven leadership track record.

Qualifications

• Education: M.Pharm (Ayurveda) / BAMS / B.Pharm (Ayurveda), or another relevant qualification with strong Ayurvedic manufacturing experience.
• Preferably 5-10 years of experience in Ayurvedic / Herbal / Pharmaceutical manufacturing, including a managerial or factory leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of Ayurveda, Classical Ayurvedic formulations, raw materials, dosage forms, and manufacturing processes.
• Strong production planning, factory management, manpower planning, team management, and productivity-improvement capabilities.
• Knowledge of GMP, Drugs & Cosmetics Act & Rules, licensing, labelling, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, decision-making skills, and ability to take complete ownership of factory production and operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise overall production activities for the manufacturing unit.
• Streamline production processes and establish systematic production planning, scheduling, and execution.
• Identify production bottlenecks, operational gaps, and manpower shortages across departments and implement corrective measures.
• Plan and optimize manpower deployment according to workload, machinery, and departmental requirements.
• Monitor productivity and ensure optimum utilization of manpower, machinery, materials, and manufacturing capacity.
• Supervise manufacturing of Classical Ayurvedic formulations including Asava-Arishta, Avaleha, Syrup, Churna, Rasa Vati, Guggulu, Swarna Yog, Ghrita, Taila, and other dosage forms.
• Ensure correct manufacturing procedures, batch processes, formulation techniques, and process parameters are followed.
• Coordinate with Production, QC, QA, R&D, Stores, Purchase, and Maintenance for uninterrupted operations.
• Ensure timely availability and proper utilization of raw materials, packing materials, machinery, and manpower.
• Monitor production targets and ensure timely completion of batches and schedules.
• Improve production efficiency, productivity, quality, cost control, factory discipline, staff accountability, and departmental coordination.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, Drugs & Cosmetics Act & Rules, licensing requirements, labelling protocols, and applicable Ayurvedic regulatory standards.
• Ensure proper maintenance of Batch Manufacturing Records, production documentation, SOPs, and statutory records.
• Review existing systems, introduce practical improvements, and regularly report production performance, manpower requirements, operational issues, and improvement plans to senior management.

Skills

Production planning

Factory management

Manpower planning

Team management

Productivity improvement

Education

M.Pharm (Ayurveda) / BAMS / B.Pharm (Ayurveda)

Job description

ABOUT DINDAYAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED

Established in 1927, Dindayal Industries Limited, under its flagship brand DINDAYAL AYURVEDA, is a trusted name in Ayurvedic healthcare with a heritage of nearly a century. We manufacture and market a wide range of Classical Ayurvedic Medicines, OTC Products, FMCG, and Wellness Solutions, combining the wisdom of Ayurveda with modern manufacturing excellence.

As a landmark achievement, Dindayal Ayurveda is the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) partner of the Government of Rajasthan for the operation and modernization of government Ayurvedic manufacturing facilities, reinforcing our commitment to strengthening public healthcare through quality Ayurveda.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are seeking an experienced and technically strong Production Manager to lead the overall production planning, manpower utilization, process improvement, and smooth functioning of our Ayurvedic manufacturing facility.

The ideal candidate should possess strong knowledge of Ayurvedic manufacturing, classical formulations, production processes, factory operations, and regulatory requirements. The role includes identifying bottlenecks, streamlining production, assessing manpower requirements, improving productivity, reducing delays, and ensuring optimum utilization of machinery, materials, and workforce.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage and supervise overall production activities for smooth and efficient functioning of the manufacturing unit.
• Streamline production processes and establish systematic production planning, scheduling, and execution.
• Identify production bottlenecks, operational gaps, and manpower shortages across departments and implement corrective measures.
• Plan and optimize manpower deployment according to workload, machinery, and departmental requirements.
• Monitor productivity and ensure optimum utilization of manpower, machinery, materials, and manufacturing capacity.
• Supervise manufacturing of Classical Ayurvedic formulations including Asava-Arishta, Avaleha, Syrup, Churna, Rasa Vati, Guggulu, Swarna Yog, Ghrita, Taila, and other dosage forms.
• Ensure correct manufacturing procedures, batch processes, formulation techniques, and process parameters are followed.
• Coordinate with Production, QC, QA, R&D, Stores, Purchase, and Maintenance for uninterrupted operations.
• Ensure timely availability and proper utilization of raw materials, packing materials, machinery, and manpower.
• Monitor production targets and ensure timely completion of batches and schedules.
• Improve production efficiency, productivity, quality, cost control, factory discipline, staff accountability, and departmental coordination.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, Drugs & Cosmetics Act & Rules, licensing requirements, labelling protocols, and applicable Ayurvedic regulatory standards.
• Ensure proper maintenance of Batch Manufacturing Records, production documentation, SOPs, and statutory records.
• Review existing systems, introduce practical improvements, and regularly report production performance, manpower requirements, operational issues, and improvement plans to senior management.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• Education: M.Pharm (Ayurveda) / BAMS / B.Pharm (Ayurveda), or another relevant qualification with strong Ayurvedic manufacturing experience.
• Preferably 5 -10 years of experience in Ayurvedic / Herbal / Pharmaceutical manufacturing, including a managerial or factory leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of Ayurveda, Classical Ayurvedic formulations, raw materials, dosage forms, and manufacturing processes.
• Strong production planning, factory management, manpower planning, team management, and productivity-improvement capabilities.
• Knowledge of GMP, Drugs & Cosmetics Act & Rules, licensing, labelling, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, decision-making skills, and ability to take complete ownership of factory production and operations.

COMPENSATION

• As per industry standards and commensurate with experience.