About this role
At Julphar, we are on a journey of culture transformation & our mission is to provide a better quality of life for the entire family by delivering best in class solutions and real value with compassion and professionalism.Our core values: Respect, Collaboration, innovation, Integrity and Compassion - Combined with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities - are key drivers in our aim to make a positive impact on the lives of the patients we serve, enable Talents , create a healthy work environment, and accomplish our goals through world-class research and with the compassion and commitment of our employees.
Job Summary:
The Team Leader in the OSD plant is responsible for overseeing and managing production activities,S ensuring compliance with GMP, regulatory guidelines, and safety protocols. The role involves coordinating with cross-functional teams to achieve production targets, maintaining product quality, and optimizing operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Production Management
- Supervise and manage the OSD production process, including granulation, compression, coating, and packaging.
- Ensure adherence to production schedules and optimize output while maintaining product quality.
- Coordinate with the supply chain, planning, and warehouse teams to ensure smooth material availability.
- Troubleshoot production-related issues and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
2. Compliance & Quality Assurance
- Ensure all operations comply with cGMP, WHO, USFDA, MHRA, and other regulatory standards.
- Work closely with the Quality Assurance (QA) team to ensure in-process quality checks.
- Handle deviations, change controls, and investigations related to production activities.
- Maintain proper documentation in accordance with regulatory and company standards.
3. Team Management & Training
- Supervise and mentor production staff, including operators, technicians, and junior executives.
- Conduct training programs on SOPs, GMP guidelines, and safety procedures.
- Monitor employee performance and provide feedback for continuous improvement.
4. Equipment & Process Optimization
- Ensure the proper functioning, calibration, and maintenance of production equipment.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost reduction while maintaining quality.
- Collaborate with the engineering and maintenance teams for timely resolution of equipment issues.
5. Safety & Compliance
- Ensure adherence to workplace safety guidelines and implement safety measures.
- Conduct risk assessments and take necessary preventive actions to minimize hazards.
- Ensure proper handling and disposal of waste as per environmental and regulatory norms.
6. Regulatory & Audit Readiness
- Prepare the plant for regulatory inspections and customer audits.
- Ensure timely completion of all documentation, including batch manufacturing records (BMR), standard operating procedures (SOPs), and validation protocols.
- Address audit findings and implement corrective measures.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Education: B.Pharm / M.Pharm / M.Sc. in Pharmaceuticals, Chemistry, or related field.
- Experience: 6-10 years of experience in OSD pharmaceutical manufacturing, with at least 2-3 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
- Knowledge & Skills:
Strong understanding of GMP, regulatory compliance, and safety guidelines.
- Experience in operating and troubleshooting OSD equipment like granulators, tablet presses, coating machines, and blenders.
- Leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Strong communication and documentation skills.
Work Environment & Additional Information:
- The role requires working in a controlled manufacturing environment.
- May involve working in shifts, depending on production needs.
- Requires collaboration with QA, R&D, engineering, and regulatory teams.
We value people from different backgrounds. Could this be your story? Apply today or visit www.Julphar.net to read more about us and the journey of Julphar