Chief Manager - Pilot Plant

Be the First to Apply Division Piramal Pharma SolutionsPiramal Pharma Solutions is a contract development and manufacturing  organization (CDMO), offering end-to-end development and manufacturing  solutions across the drug life cycle. We serve our clients through a globally integrated network of facilities in North America, Europe and Asia.   This enables us to offer a comprehensive range of services including Drug Discovery  Solutions, Process & Pharmaceutical Development services, Clinical Trial  Supplies, Commercial supply of APIs and Finished dosage forms. We also offer  specialized services like development and manufacture of Highly Potent APIs  and Antibody Drug Conjugation.   Our capability as an integrated service provider  & experience with various technologies enables us to serve Innovator and  Generic companies worldwide.   For more details, please visit : www.piramalpharmasolutions.com Job Title Chief Manager - Pilot PlantJob Description Responsible for managing end-to-end production activities for Pilot Plant projects, ensuring safe operations, timely delivery, product quality, customer satisfaction, and effective team managementJOB OVERVIEW: Responsible for managing end-to-end production activities for Pilot Plant projects, ensuring safe operations, timely delivery, product quality, customer satisfaction, and effective team management. KEY STAKEHOLDERS (Internal): Site Leadership / other Departments at site  KEY STAKEHOLDERS (External): Customers / Clients / Auditors REPORTING STRUCTURE: Reports To: General Manager & Site Operations Head - Ennore                     Direct Reports: Yes ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATION: B.E. / B.Tech in Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Technology, M.Sc in Chemistry RELEVANT EXPERIENCE: •20+ years of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing operation. •Proven experience in handling commercial-scale production and technology transfer activities. •Experience in managing cross-functional teams and leading manufacturing operations. •Good understanding of quality, safety, compliance, and audit requirements. •Experience in customer-facing projects and delivery management. •Exposure to CDMO / Contract Manufacturing environment will be preferred. Knowledge of digital tools, data analysis, and AI-enabled applications for operational efficiency is desirable. Key Responsibilities: •Ensure all production activities are carried out safely and as per company and quality requirements. •Plan and execute new and existing projects smoothly to meet business commitments. •Deliver products on time, in the required quantity, and with the expected quality. •Drive continuous improvement in manufacturing processes to improve efficiency and productivity. •Maintain good customer relationships through professional communication and timely support. •Monitor production performance and take actions to meet delivery and quality targets. •Manage department expenses within the approved budget.