1. Role Purpose To lead and manage External Manufacturing (EM) operations by ensuring successful technology transfer, process scale-up, manufacturing readiness, commercial production execution, process optimization, and cost-effective operations at toll manufacturing locations. The role acts as the key interface between R&D;, Technology & Development (T&D;), Supply Chain, Quality, EHS, and EM partners to ensure seamless product commercialization and reliable supply while maintaining safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives. 2.

Key Responsibilities
1. External Manufacturing Strategy & Planning
• Develop and execute External Manufacturing (EM) plans in consultation with business and functional stakeholders.
• Identify manufacturing capacities and capabilities available at toll manufacturing partners.
• Support sourcing and evaluation of potential External Manufacturing partners.
• Drive commercialization and scale-up projects through a structured execution framework.
• Monitor production plans and align output with business demand forecasts.
• Ensure optimum utilization of approved EM capacities. 2. Process Engineering & Technology Transfer Engineering Documentation
• Prepare, review, and approve:
• Block Flow Diagrams (BFD)
• Process Flow Diagrams (PFD)
• Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID;)
• Process Datasheets
• Utility Requirement Specifications
• Equipment Lists
• Ensure process engineering documentation complies with company standards.
• Review process modifications and maintain engineering document control. Technology Transfer
• Witness demonstration batches at R&D; and Pilot Plant facilities.
• Understand reaction chemistry, critical process parameters, process hazards, and operating windows.
• Lead technology transfer from laboratory/pilot scale to commercial manufacturing.
• Independently implement and commercialize products at EM sites.
• Ensure successful execution of first-time commercial batches. 3. Material & Energy Balance Management
• Prepare detailed material balance and energy balance calculations.
• Establish raw material consumption norms for products.
• Determine utility requirements including (If required. As per current practice for existing product, Operation/T&D; has to provide):
• Steam
• Chilling Water
• Cooling Water
• Electricity
• Nitrogen
• Compressed Air
• Monitor actual consumption against design assumptions.
• Analyze deviations and implement improvement actions.
• Establish mass balance monitoring systems across manufacturing campaigns. 4. External Manufacturing Facility Assessment
• Conduct technical assessments of External Manufacturing facilities.
• Evaluate facility capabilities including:
• Reactor Sizing
• Distillation Systems
• Utility Infrastructure
• Storage Facilities
• Material Handling Systems
• Process Control Systems
• Verify suitability of equipment for intended processes.
• Assess manufacturing readiness before commercialization.
• Conduct periodic technical audits of EM facilities. 5.



Site Readiness & Commissioning
• Coordinate with EM partners for readiness of equipment, manpower, utilities, and raw materials.
• Conduct pre-commissioning inspections and readiness reviews.
• Verify completion of engineering, safety, and operational requirements.
• Lead commissioning and start-up of commercial campaigns.
• Ensure smooth scale-up from pilot batch to commercial production.
• Support EM production teams during initial manufacturing campaigns. 6. Production Campaign Management
• Manage end-to-end manufacturing campaigns at toll manufacturing locations.
• Prepare batch execution plans and campaign schedules.
• Monitor:
• Production Progress
• Campaign Timelines
• Batch Performance
• Yield Achievement
• Resource Utilization
• Manufacturing Efficiency
• Track batch-wise production data and identify deviations.
• Publish weekly manufacturing reports and campaign performance updates.
• Prepare campaign closure reports and lessons learned documentation. 7. Process Optimization & Troubleshooting
• Provide technical troubleshooting support for ongoing manufacturing operations.
• Coordinate with R&D; and T&D; teams to resolve process challenges.
• Perform root cause analysis for:
• Yield Losses
• Process Deviations
• Quality Issues
• Production Interruptions
• Identify opportunities for:
• Yield Improvement
• Utility Reduction
• Throughput Enhancement
• Cycle Time Reduction
• Lead process optimization projects and continuous improvement initiatives. 8. Yield, Cost & Performance Management
• Monitor manufacturing economics and process efficiencies.
• Analyze:
• Product Yield
• Raw Material Consumption
• Solvent Recovery
• Utility Consumption
• Conversion Cost
• Establish and monitor manufacturing performance benchmarks.
• Develop cost-saving proposals and value-improvement initiatives.
• Evaluate tolling cost structures and support commercial negotiations. 9. SOP, Batch Card & Manufacturing Documentation
• Prepare and Support to EM Partner:
• Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Batch Cards
• Work Instructions
• Process Manuals
• Cleaning Procedures
• Manufacturing Standards
• Ensure implementation and compliance at EM sites.
• Develop monitoring mechanisms for SOP compliance.
• Ensure proper documentation of production activities.
• Drive standardization across multiple manufacturing locations. 10. Inventory, Logistics & Reconciliation Management
• Closely track movement of:
• Raw Materials (RM)
• Packing Materials
• Semi-Finished Goods (SFG)
• Finished Goods (FG)




• Coordinate logistics between company sites and EM locations.
• Monitor inventory levels and prevent material shortages.
• Conduct periodic reconciliation of:
• Raw Materials
• Solvents
• Intermediates
• Finished Products
• Analyze inventory variances and take corrective actions.
• Coordinate with Supply Chain and Stores teams for inventory optimization. 11. EHS & Regulatory Compliance
• Conduct EHS assessments of EM manufacturing facilities.
• Ensure implementation of recommendations arising from:
• Safety Audits
• Process Safety Reviews
• Job Safety Analysis
• EHS Inspections
• Verify compliance with:
• Environmental Regulations
• Monitor closure of EHS observations and recommendations.
• Promote a robust safety culture at EM sites. 12. Stakeholder Management & Cross-Functional Coordination Internal Coordination Coordinate extensively with:
• Research & Development (R&D;)
• Pilot Plant
• Technology & Development (T&D;)
• Production
• Quality Assurance
• Quality Control
• Supply Chain Management
• Procurement
• Logistics
• EHS
• Commercial & Finance Teams External Coordination Coordinate with:
• EM Partner
• SCM
• Company Logistic dept. 13. Reporting & MIS
• Prepare and present:
• Weekly Progress Reports
• Campaign Reports
• Yield Analysis Reports
• Variance Reports
• Cost Optimization Reports
• Commercialization Status Reports
• Review weekly production progress against plans.
• Report operational risks and delays to management.
• Develop dashboards and performance metrics for EM operations. Technical Competencies
• External Manufacturing Management
• Technology Transfer & Commercialization
• Process Scale-up
• BFD, PFD & P&ID; Preparation
• Material & Energy Balance Calculations
• Yield Optimization & Cost Management
• Campaign Planning & Execution
• Continuous Chemical Process Operations
• Process Troubleshooting
• Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
• EHS & Process Safety Management
• Inventory & Reconciliation Management Leadership Competencies
• Project Management
• Vendor Management
• Team Leadership
• Planning & Organizing
• Decision Making Behavioral Competencies
• Strong Analytical Ability
• Result Orientation
• Problem Solving Mindset
• Proactive Approach
• Ownership & Accountability
• Collaboration & Teamwork
• Effective Communication Skills 14.
Qualifications & Experience Qualification
• BE / B. Tech – Chemical Experience
• 12-18 years of experience in Chemical, Specialty Chemical, Agrochemical, Pharmaceutical, or MAH (Major Accident Hazard) Industries.
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in External Manufacturing (EM) / Toll Manufacturing Operations preferred.
• Hands-on exposure to process scale-up, technology transfer, continuous improvement, and commercialization of chemical processes. Experience handling critical high-pressure and high-temperature reactions.

📌 Associate Director – External Manufacturing (Surat)
🏢 Navin Fluorine International
📍 Surat