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Job Description
Job Overview
Provides first-line supervision of the plant and is fully competent in all relevant operations, start-up, cleaning, and checking procedures associated with the operation of at least one plant, ensuring high-quality output in a safe and effective manner. This includes monitoring and controlling the work activities of the team in a specific area of the plant and escalating issues effectively to the Team Leader or Management.
Expert in Group 1 process, with at least three Group 2 and Group 3 processes in the core area of work.
Supports and leads RCF and CANDO activities in conjunction with the Team Leader.
Trained in Ensur, Workmate, Trackwise, SAP, and Open Options, capable of seamlessly covering for the Team Leader.
Flexible to work across API Plants as required to support the business.
Competencies
* Investigates and reports problems on equipment, organizes maintenance through interaction with engineers, and escalates to the Team Leader or management.
* Capable of writing permits and conducting risk assessments up to Hot work permit level.
* Understands RCF investigation process and can lead investigations into incidents or issues, documenting accurately and adding SI comments as needed.
* Proactively works with the Team Leader on training targets and responsibilities, supporting team members' training through coaching and supervision.
* High awareness of safety and hazards in the API facility; able to identify safety-critical issues and take appropriate actions.
* Leads CANDO activities, monitors housekeeping and plant standards, ensuring operational standards are maintained.
Key Responsibilities
* Competent in completing and reviewing batch documentation, equipment logs, and computer transactions.
* Records actions to high DI standards.
* Responsible for work quality under GMP standards.
* Issues permits up to hot work level.
* Supervises plant in the absence of the Team Leader and is the first point of contact for operators on production matters.
* Raises REWs and DRs, and updates SOPs/SOIs.
* Participates in new product introductions, liaising with other departments early in the process.
* Works under supervision but takes ownership of issues and escalates as needed.
* Manufactures various products according to SOPs.
* Operates at least one plant fully and has significant knowledge of another.
* Loads materials, makes process adjustments, and may perform minor maintenance following proper permits and procedures.
* Performs cleaning and washing of equipment.
* Drives improvements with measurable benefits.
* Investigates and reports equipment problems, organizing maintenance.
* Responsible for production and related paperwork and data entry.
* Demonstrates leadership skills.
Qualifications
Essential Qualifications
* Ability to coach and train operators.
* Extensive experience in API operations and plant systems.
* Ability to investigate and document process, quality, or ESH issues.
* Competent in RCF methodologies.
Relevant Experience
* Practical knowledge of processes for effective problem resolution.
About Us
Piramal Group has pursued organic and inorganic growth for over three decades, driven by core values of inclusive, ethical, and values-driven practices.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Piramal Group is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination and providing equal opportunities in all employment aspects.
About the Team
Piramal Pharma Solutions (PPS) is a CDMO offering development and manufacturing solutions globally, serving clients across the drug lifecycle with a broad range of services and technologies.
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