Production Incharge

This role is for one of the Weekday's clients

Salary range: Rs 1200000 - Rs 1500000 (ie INR 12-15 LPA)

Min Experience: 8 years

Location: Baddi, Himachal Pradesh

JobType: full-time

We are seeking an experienced Production In-charge to supervise the complete manufacturing lifecycle of soft gelatin capsules while ensuring compliance with GMP, revised Schedule M, and industry quality standards. This role requires strong leadership, process ownership, and the ability to drive operational efficiency while maintaining strict documentation and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and execute production schedules to achieve output goals and optimal resource utilization.
• Oversee all stages of softgel manufacturing including gelatin and fill preparation, encapsulation, drying, polishing, sorting, and packing.
• Ensure continuous compliance with quality standards and manage in-process controls in collaboration with Quality Control teams.
• Supervise equipment operation, cleaning, and maintenance; coordinate with engineering for servicing, repairs, and calibration.
• Monitor availability of raw materials and packaging components in partnership with warehouse and supply chain teams.
• Lead, train, and oversee production staff; reinforce safety, hygiene, and performance standards on the shop floor.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of production documentation (BMR/BPR) aligned with ALCOA+ and cGMP requirements.
• Develop, review, and implement SOPs; support equipment and process validation activities.
• Investigate deviations, drive CAPA implementation, and maintain compliance records for audits and regulatory inspections.
• Collaborate with QA, QC, Engineering, and Warehouse teams to support internal and external audits.

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy (B.Pharm) or related scientific qualification.
• 8–10 years of supervisory or managerial experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, preferably in soft gelatin capsule production.
• Strong knowledge of cGMP, revised Schedule M guidelines, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience in production planning, process optimization, and equipment oversight.
• Proven leadership, team management, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent documentation, communication, and decision-making ability.
• Hands-on understanding of validation, SOP development, deviation handling, and CAPA execution.

Nice-to-Have

• Experience supporting regulatory audits including WHO, USFDA, etc.
• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement practices.
• Familiarity with advanced or automated softgel encapsulation technologies.

Skills

Production Planning • Manufacturing Operations • Soft Gelatin Capsule Production • SOP • GMP • Team Leadership • CAPA • Process Compliance • Pharmaceutical Production