Shift Incharge - Pharma

The Shift Incharge in Pharma Manufacturing is responsible for achieving the desired production yield of pharmaceutical APIs. This role involves carrying out production activities, material management, and manpower supervision in compliance with standard operating procedures, quality standards, and safety norms. Key Responsibilities: - Proper takeover of shift operations as per defined procedures - Following gowning procedures before entering the pharma area - Ensuring receipt of raw materials from stores and updating material reconciliation records - Collecting intermediate materials from the designated area - Ensuring availability of utilities before charging the batch - Executing production processes, recording parameters, and ensuring adherence to cGMP practices - Ensuring compliance with EHS requirements on the production shop floor - Conducting filtration activities and maintaining housekeeping and hygiene standards - Ensuring pest control in the shop floor area - Dispensing samples to QC and handling packing activities - Facing audits and supervising shift chemists and casual labor - Reporting abnormalities or deviations to the immediate supervisor - Handling documentation activities including record-keeping and handover - Coordinating with plant maintenance for preventive and shutdown maintenance - Ensuring compliance with temperature, pressure, and humidity requirements - Completing assigned trainings and applying knowledge in the workplace Qualifications and Experience: - Education: B.Sc. (Chemistry) minimum, M.Sc. (Chemistry) preferred - Experience: Minimum 6 years, preferred 8 years in production and quality systems, regulatory guidelines, and EHS requirements in pharmaceutical API companies Competency Requirements: - Functional: Understanding systems and processes, execution, and resource utilization - Behavioral: Attention to detail, teamwork, problem-solving, and supervision This role requires a proactive individual with a strong background in pharmaceutical manufacturing, quality control, and regulatory compliance. The Shift Incharge must demonstrate leadership skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.,