Quality Control (QC) Analyst / Executive

Umendra Life Sciences; Bavla; On-site; INR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Umendra Life Sciences Pvt. Ltd. is a Bavla-based pharmaceutical manufacturing facility in Greater Ahmedabad Area, operating on-site. The QC Analyst role covers analytical testing, COA preparation, and documentation within a GMP/GLP framework to support batch release.

Freshers or candidates with 1–3 years’ QC lab experience are welcome. The role involves production-support, instrument calibration, and adherence to SOPs in a regulated manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• B.Pharm / M.Sc Chemistry / B.Sc Chemistry or closely related science discipline
• Freshers with strong academic lab fundamentals welcome; candidates with 1–3 years hands-on experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform HPLC, IR, pH, and other instrument-based testing of bulk and finished products
• Interpret results, identify deviations, and elevate OOS findings per SOP
• Prepare and review Certificates of Analysis (COA)
• Perform routine calibration checks, system suitability tests, and basic instrument troubleshooting as per SOP
• Maintain traceability and disposition records for raw materials and packaging
• Support QC documentation, data integrity and product release activities
• Assist in internal, regulatory, and customer audits by maintaining accurate QC records

Skills

HPLC

IR spectroscopy

pH meters

Viscometers

COA preparation

OOS/OOT handling

GLP/GMP documentation

Pharmacopoeial methods (IP/BP/USP)

TOC analysis

Education

B.Pharm

M.Sc Chemistry

B.Sc Chemistry

Job description

Quality Control (QC) Analyst / Executive

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Umendra Life Sciences Pvt. Ltd. Greater Ahmedabad Area (On-site)

About the Company

Umendra Life Sciences Pvt Ltd is an export-oriented pharmaceutical manufacturing facility based in Bavla, Gujarat, specializing in topical OTC products including creams, ointments, gels, and lotions. Our QC laboratory operates to international GMP/GLP standards and supports end-to-end quality assurance from raw material intake to finished product release. We are expanding our QC team and are looking for motivated individuals who are ready to work in an active manufacturing lab environment.

About the Role

Depending on your specialization, you will be assigned to one or more of the following QC functions:

Responsibilities

• Analytical Testing: Perform HPLC, IR, pH, and other instrument-based testing of bulk and finished products
• Interpret results, identify deviations, and elevate OOS findings per SOP
• Prepare and review Certificates of Analysis (COA)
• Perform routine calibration checks, system suitability tests, and basic instrument troubleshooting as per SOP

Raw Material & Packing Material QC

• Perform sampling of incoming raw materials and packaging components per approved sampling plans
• Conduct chemical and physical tests; record and review results against specifications
• Maintain traceability and disposition records

Water System Monitoring

• Collect and test water samples from designated sampling points (purified water, WFI where applicable)
• Operate and maintain TOC analyzer; record and trend water quality data
• Flag exceedances and elevate as per water monitoring SOP

GMP/GLP Documentation & QC Records

• Maintain raw data sheets, logbooks, and analytical records in GLP-compliant format
• Support QC document review, batch record checks, and data integrity verification
• Assist in preparation of COAs and product release documentation
• Follow GMP and GLP guidelines during all sampling, testing, documentation, and data recording activities.
• Support internal, regulatory, and customer audits by maintaining accurate and retrievable QC records.

Qualifications

• Education: B.Pharm / M.Sc Chemistry / B.Sc Chemistry or a closely related science discipline
• Experience: Freshers with strong academic lab fundamentals are welcome; candidates with 13 years of hands-on experience in a pharmaceutical manufacturing QC lab are preferred

Please note: This is a manufacturing QC role. Candidates with experience limited to academic research labs, college labs, or R&D/analytical research settings should assess carefully before applying the day-to-day work is production-support focused, documentation-heavy, and operates under strict GMP/GLP compliance requirements.

Required Skills

• Hands-on experience or strong working knowledge of HPLC, IR spectroscopy, pH meters, viscometers, and other QC instruments
• Understanding of pharmacopoeial methods (IP/BP/USP) for raw materials and finished products
• Knowledge of GLP principles and GMP documentation standards
• Familiarity with COA preparation and OOS/OOT handling procedures
• TOC analysis experience is a plus

Work Environment

• Facility type: Active pharmaceutical manufacturing site this is not an office or R&D environment
• Lab setting: Regulated QC laboratory operating under GMP/GLP; all activities are documented and subject to audit
• Pace: Production-linked; test turnaround times are tied to manufacturing schedules
• Shift: General shift with potential for schedule adjustments based on production demand
• Physical requirements: Standing for extended periods, handling chemical reagents and solvents, routine instrument operation and maintenance

If you thrive in structured environments, care about precision, and want to build a career in pharmaceutical quality this is a good fit.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an initial telephonic/video discussion followed by a practical and technical interview at our Bavla facility.

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