Production Head - Mangaluru
7 hours ago

Job description
Production Head – API Manufacturing (Pharma)Location:
Mangalore, Karnataka
About Us (Employer Branding): We are a fast‑growing pharmaceutical manufacturer specializing in high‑quality Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API).
With global regulatory approvals and a strong focus on innovation, we are expanding our leadership team to drive operational excellence and sustainable growth.
Role Summary (Impact-driven): Lead and optimize end-to-end API manufacturing operations to deliver on-time, compliant, and cost‑effective production.Set production strategy, ensure cGMP/EHS adherence, maintain regulatory readiness, and develop a high‑performing team to meet business and quality objectives.
Key Responsibilities (Condensed & Action‑oriented)Plan and execute production schedules to achieve business targets and delivery commitments.
Enforce cGMP, EHS, and regulatory requirements; lead audits and corrective actions.
Lead, coach and manage a multi‑shift workforce; set KPIs and drive performance.
Improve yields, minimize waste, optimize inventory and control operational costs.
Coordinate with QA, QC, Supply Chain and Customer Service to ensure timely dispatches and customer satisfaction.
Drive continuous improvement, scale‑up projects and new product introductions, delivering projects on time and within budget.
Eligibility Criteria (Upfront & Clear)
Education:
M.Sc./B.Sc. Chemistry or B.E./Diploma in Chemical Engineering.
Experience: 15+ years in API production, with 5+ years in leadership.
Industry:
Bulk drug/pharma manufacturing background.
Language:
Kannada required; Tulu preferred.
What We Offer (Candidate‑centric)
Opportunity to lead a large‑scale API facility.
Exposure to global regulatory standards and audits.
A platform to drive transformation and innovation.
Competitive compensation and growth prospects.
Skills:
kannada,active pharmaceutical ingredients,api manufacturing,quality,ich q7,api,hazardous chemicals,dryers,exothermic reactions,dispatch coordination,crystallization,drying,api production,operations management,pharma,centrifuges,filtration,manufacturing,bprs,production targets,control inventory,distillation,inventory planning,chlorinated solvents,dms systems,compliance,cgmp manufacturing,reactors,cgmp practices,sap,regulatory standards,gmp compliance,production head,project management,process monitoring,cgmp,supply chain,dead inventory,bulk drug,chemical synthesis,reporting,sop implementation,trackwise,ehs standards,s&op implementation,solvents,s&op,operational excellence,pharmaceutical manufacturing,production planning,safe operating,bmrs,production plans,capa
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