Production Manager - Waddhamna

Job Title:Production Manager – Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Department: Production Reports To: Plant Head / Operations Head Job Summary The Production Manager is responsible for planning, organizing, and controlling pharmaceutical manufacturing operations to ensure production targets are met with high quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.

The role leads production teams, drives continuous improvement, and ensures adherence to cGMP, SOPs, and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

Production Planning & Control Plan and execute production schedules to meet business and customer requirements Ensure optimal utilization of manpower, equipment, and materials Monitor production performance, yields, and downtime Coordinate with Planning, QA, QC, Engineering, and Warehouse Quality & Regulatory Compliance Ensure compliance with cGMP, SOPs, data integrity, and regulatory guidelines (USFDA, EU-GMP, WHO, etc.)

Review and approve batch manufacturing and packing records Handle deviations, OOS/OOT, change controls, and CAPA in coordination with QA Lead and support internal, customer, and regulatory audits Team Leadership & Development Lead, mentor, and develop production supervisors and officers Ensure adequate training on SOPs, GMP, safety, and operational excellence Manage shift operations and workforce planning Drive a culture of accountability, quality, and continuous improvement Safety, EHS & Housekeeping Ensure compliance with EHS policies and safety standards Promote 5S, lean manufacturing, and safe work practices Investigate and address incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions Continuous Improvement & Cost Control Identify opportunities for process optimization and cost reduction Improve productivity, cycle time, and yield Support technology transfers, scale-up, and new product introductions Qualifications Education B.

Pharm / M.Pharm / B.Sc / M.Sc (Chemistry or relevant discipline) Experience 6–10 years of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing Minimum 3–5 years in a Production Manager / Senior Production role Skills & Competencies Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes Excellent understanding of cGMP and regulatory requirements Leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills Strong communication and cross-functional coordination abilities Ability to manage high-pressure production environments Work Environment Pharmaceutical manufacturing facility Shift and extended-hour support as required