Production Head

1. Production Planning & Execution

Develop production plans to meet market demand and inventory targets.
Allocate resources (manpower, machines, materials) efficiently.
Monitor daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules.

2. Regulatory Compliance & cGMP

Ensure all manufacturing activities follow cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practices), FDA, EMA, WHO, and other regulatory standards.
Oversee validation, documentation, and change control procedures.
Participate in audits (internal, external, regulatory) and ensure timely closure of CAPAs.

3. Quality Assurance Support

Work closely with the Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) departments to ensure that the production process results in high-quality products.
Address deviations, out-of-specification (OOS) results, and non-conformances.

4. Team Management

Lead and manage a team of production supervisors, operators, and support staff.
Conduct training programs to ensure staff are skilled and compliant.
Monitor performance, discipline, and motivation of the team.

5. Operational Efficiency

Drive continuous improvement (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen).
Minimize downtime, reduce wastage, and improve yield.
Implement automation and digital tools to improve productivity.

6. Safety & Environmental Compliance

Ensure workplace safety and adherence to EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) regulations.
Conduct risk assessments and ensure proper waste disposal practices.

7. Inventory & Material Management

Coordinate with supply chain and warehouse for timely availability of raw materials, packaging materials, and consumables.
Prevent stock-outs and minimize overstocking.

8. Technology Transfer & New Product Introduction

Support the tech transfer of new formulations from R&D to commercial production.
Scale-up production processes from pilot to commercial scale.

Skills & Qualifications Required

Education: B.Pharm / M.Pharm / B.Sc / M.Sc / Chemical Engineering or related field.
Experience: Typically 10+ years in pharma manufacturing, with 3-5 years in a leadership role.
Skills
- In-depth knowledge of cGMP and regulatory requirements.
- Leadership and team management.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP), MES, and documentation tools.