Manage and supervise complete shift production activities for API manufacturing.
Execute manufacturing batches as per approved BMR, SOPs and process parameters.
Monitor critical process parameters such as temperature, pressure, pH, agitation, vacuum, reaction time and material addition rates.
Supervise API processes including:
Raw-material and solvent charging
Reaction and synthesis
Heating/cooling
Extraction and washing
pH adjustment
Distillation and solvent recovery
Crystallization
Filtration / centrifugation
Drying
Milling and sieving
Ensure equipment readiness, cleaning status and line clearance before batch initiation.
Verify raw materials, solvents and quantities before charging into process equipment.
Coordinate with QA/QC for sampling, in-process testing, line clearance and batch-related activities.
Review BMRs, equipment logbooks, shift reports and other production documentation.
Monitor batch yield, cycle time, solvent consumption and process losses.




Take immediate action during process abnormalities and coordinate with Engineering/Maintenance for equipment breakdowns.
Lead or support investigations related to deviations, batch failures, yield variation and process abnormalities.
Perform/support RCA and CAPA activities and ensure timely implementation of corrective actions.
Ensure strict compliance with GMP, SOPs, EHS and data-integrity requirements.
Manage operators, technicians and contract manpower during the shift.
Allocate manpower and resources according to batch priorities and production requirements.
Conduct effective shift handover and communicate batch status, equipment conditions and pending activities.
Coordinate with Warehouse, QA, QC, Engineering, Utilities and EHS for smooth production operations.
Ensure protected handling of chemicals, solvents and hazardous materials.
Enforce PPE, permit-to-work, LOTO and other applicable safety procedures.
Maintain good housekeeping and ensure 5S implementation in the production area.
Support process optimizat

📌 Assistant Manager (Ankleshwar)
🏢 Cadila Pharmaceuticals
📍 Ankleshwar