Senior Manager (Pilot Plant)

Actylis; Ahmedabad District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Actylis in India is seeking a lead manufacturing professional to drive plant capacity, optimize processes, and oversee technology transfer while maintaining GMP compliance and high operational efficiency. You will plan batch production, review equipment and utilities, prepare scaleup reports, and coordinate with R&D, QA, EHS, and engineering to ensure on-time delivery and cost reduction.

Candidates should have strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills, with proven experience

Qualifications

• Functional / Technical responsibilities in batch planning and execution.
• Handling of equipment, utilities and manpower.
• Technology transfer and scaleup activities knowledge.
• Validation and calibration of equipment.
• Trouble shooting and problem resolution.
• SAP activity and documentation.
• GMP compliances and related behavioral expectations.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing excellence by driving plant capacity utilization and process optimization.
• Oversee technology transfer and implementation of new manufacturing technologies.
• Prepare scaleup reports, PFD, P&ID, and equipment/utility requirements.
• Ensure GMP compliance and maintain quality standards in Pilot and production.
• Coordinate with R&D, QC, QA, EHS, and Engineering for smooth Tech Transfer and production.
• Plan and execute production schedules; achieve monthly and yearly targets.
• Identify training needs and drive proper training within the team.

Skills

Batch planning & execution

Equipment handling

Tech transfer & scaleup

Validation & calibration

Troubleshooting

SAP documentation

GMP compliance

Strategic leadership

Ethical practice

People management

Effective communication

Tools

SAP

Job description

Actylis is a global solutions provider with over 75 years of experience, specializing in streamlining the management of critical ingredients and raw materials for our business partners.

We offer both sourcing and manufacturing solutions tailored to meet diverse and evolving needs, ensuring a reliable, agile, and secure supply network. Our commitment to customization allows us to create flexible solutions, whether it’s a unique specification, custom packaging, or tailored logistics strategies.

With deep expertise in quality and regulatory compliance, sourcing and logistics management, analytical services, and R&D support, we reduce complexities and mitigate risks, empowering our partners to focus on growing their business.

Actylis is seeking new members of the team. This expansion, coupled with a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for challenge and growth, make Actylis the ideal place to work and thrive. We hope you’ll consider joining us!

Position Summary

Lead manufacturing excellence by driving plant capacity utilization, process optimization, technology transfer, and implementation of innovative manufacturing technologies while ensuring the highest standards of GMP compliance and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities will include:

• Lab Demonstration, Kilo Lab & Pilot Batch Planning & Execution Before Scale-up (Commercialization) for new molecule.
• Evaluation of critical process parameter, study of in process checks, suggestion for minor modification for process feasibility at plant. To ensure the Development batches of new product in lab scale as per feasible to prepare in Pilot & plant/Commercial scale.
• Review Technical Documentation & Plant Capacity Utilization. To maintain quality standards in Pilot Plant batch with GMP norms.
• Preparing list of facility/modifications/installation/CAPEX requirement like equipments, utilities at Pilot Plant.
• New technology to be introduced on commercial scale to reduce RMC and Overhead cost of product.
• Preparation of Scaleup report, PFD, P & ID, RM norms, process time cycle, process volume, HAZOP/HIRA Study, Risk Assessment of Products.
• Debottlenecking and Capacity enhancement of existing molecules: Process
• intensification/ utility optimization/ new equipment selection/ projection of time cycle reduction.
• Batch planning and execution and products deliverables as per customer requirements.
• Technology Transfer of New molecules with desired timelines, yield, Quality, Safety (Zero Accident Goal) in Pilot Plant and Commercial Batch.
• To ensure the maintenance of the quality standards for all new developing and material generation products at Pilot Plant/Production by selecting Adequate equipment according to Process requirements.
• Coordination with R&D, QC, QA, EHS, Engineering etc. for smooth functioning of Technology Transfer and Production activities.
• Responsible for suggest necessary changes in Equipment Break down log book and reviewing Quarterly basis summary of planned vs actual maintenance equipment reports.
• To ensure the maintaining of the quality standards for all new products at Pilot Plant by selecting adequate equipment according to Process requirements.
• Review, Approve & check the inventory of critical Equipments & spares list.
• Prepared yearly production planning and executed monthly basis.
• Create a Production Order in SAP.
• Responsible to achieve monthly as well as yearly manufacturing target.
• Monitoring the production processes and adjusting the schedule as needed
• Ensure the production department is following all necessary EHS precautions while performing tasks.
• Investigate & implement adequate corrective & preventive actions against customer complaints.
• Responsible for creating work environment of “teamwork” in the production department.
• Responsible for identifying training needs and ensuring proper training is provided.
• Comply with applicable environmental, health, and safety laws and regulations, company policy, and accepted safe work practices.

Required Experience & Knowledge

Functional / Technical

1. Batch Planning and Execution

2.Handling of all equipment, utility, andmanpower.

3.Tech Transfer & Scaleup Activitiesknowledge.

6. Validation and Calibration of equipment

7. Trouble Shooting

8. SAP Activity& Documentation

10. GMP Compliances
Behavioral

1. Strategic Leadership skills

2. Ethical Practice

3. People Management

4. Punctuality

7. Cooperation

9. Innovativeness

10. Result Orientation

12. Effective communication and counsel skill

Supervisory Responsibilities

Yes

Actylis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Actylis US does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, non‑disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.