Company Description Coromandel International Limited is a leading Agri solutions provider in India, operating primarily in the Nutrient and Crop Protection sectors. Known for being the second-largest manufacturer and marketer of Phosphatic fertilizers in the country, Coromandel offers an array of products including Fertilizers, Crop Protection, Bio Products, and Specialty Nutrients. The company serves both domestic and international markets, supported by an extensive network of around 750+ rural retail outlets offering comprehensive farming services. Coromandel is recognized for its environmental efforts and is part of the Murugappa Group. For more details, visit www.coromandel.biz. Role Description This is a full-time on-site role for an Executive to Assistant Manager - QA, located in Cuddalore. The selected candidate will be responsible for quality assessment, testing, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Daily tasks include conducting quality audits, monitoring production processes, implementing QA protocols, and identifying areas for improvement. The role also involves coordinating with the production and R&D teams to maintain and enhance quality standards. Key Responsibilities: Preparation, review, and control of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Specifications, and Batch Manufacturing Records. Support the execution and documentation of Change Controls, Deviations, CAPA, and Out of Specification (OOS) investigations under supervision. Participate in document review for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with internal quality standards and regulatory guidelines. Assist in internal audits, self-inspections, and support regulatory inspections by ensuring timely availability of records and data. Maintain and update QA documentation such as the Site Master File, Quality Manual, and Logbooks. Support vendor qualification activities through documentation and records maintenance. Preparation of Annual Product Quality Review (APQR) data collection and preparation. Monitor and ensure compliance with good documentation practices (GDP) throughout the site. Support training activities on quality systems and regulatory requirements. Coordinate with Quality Control (QC), Production, and other departments for smooth quality operations. Preparation of protocols and reports for Process validation, cleaning validation. Education Qualification: M.Sc (Chemistry), M.Sc (Microbiology), M.Sc Biochemistry, B.Pharm, BE Chemical, Etc.. Experience: With 3 to 5 Years in a Pharma company (QA, QC, Microbiology)
Job Size: Individual Contributor Role (with one Team Member for assistance in CoE Admin-related aspects) Key Accountabilities: Overall accountability for the design & implementation of high-quality HR projects, processes, and services within Fert & SSP Mfg. domain Ensure the integration of HR solutions across business units and HR business partners (Unit HRs). Prepare and present specific strategies for learning & development and performance management, and implementation of L&D plans together with Unit L&Ds Lead the HR Digitization projects across the BU and ensure adequate testing and piloting of HR solutions before rolling out. Develop and maintain strategies to improve individuals' performance and increase a high-performance working culture. Lead the development of HR service level agreements with business units. Create and present business cases for the initiation of projects designed to increase internal customer satisfaction with HR initiatives, processes, and services. Define the annual BU HR strategy process cycle and dates, including performance management, succession planning, workforce planning, annual salary reviews, etc. Ownership of change management initiatives on behalf of the HR department. Collaborates with HRBPs (Unit HRs) to ensure the application of HR processes and practices in a standardized way. Look after the CoE Admin completely Technical Qualifications and Knowledge: Professional qualification in HR / L&D / OD, coupled with a bachelor's degree, preferably in Engineering At least 10 years of relevant experience, including specific experience in talent management and organizational development. Strong project management and HR service delivery expertise. Experience communicating ideas and information through written proposals and reports, and presenting these to top management. Personal Skills and Attributes/Abilities: Should possess a genuine feel for People Development and OD Initiatives Should possess a “zero tolerance” mindset on statutory compliance, safety, health, and environmental protection parameters. Job Experience: Should possess at least 10 years of progressive experience, out of which 5 years dealing with TM/OD/HR Digitisation in large manufacturing organizations. Interested candidates may share their resumes at santoshakusingi@coromandel.murugappa.com