- Manage and supervise day-to-day production activities including formulation, mixing, filling, capping, labeling, and packaging.
- Ensure strict compliance with GMP standards, aseptic techniques, and company SOPs.
- Prepare and review Batch Manufacturing Records (BMR), and other controlled production documentation.
- Monitor critical parameters such as temperature, humidity, and pressure differentials throughout sterile operations.
- Supervise gowning, cleaning, sterilization (autoclaving, CIP, SIP), and aseptic handling procedures.
- Oversee personnel performance, training, and adherence to safety and gowning protocols.
- Coordinate with Quality, R&D, Supply Chain, and Engineering teams to maintain smooth operations.
Extended Responsibilities & Achievements:
- Conduct Media Fill / Aseptic Process Simulations (APS) to validate aseptic practices and operator competency.
- Monitor and control Environmental Monitoring Systems (EMS) and Particulate Monitoring Systems (PMS) to maintain sterile conditions.
- Lead Cleaning Validation and Process Validation in compliance with GMP and regulatory guidelines.
- Manage Computer System Validation (CSV) to ensure compliance with GMP, data integrity, and 21 CFR Part 11 requirements.
- Manage equipment procurement and qualification, including DHS, formulation systems, filling and capping lines, labeling machines, etc.
- Draft and review URS (User Requirement Specifications) for new equipment and automated systems.
- Design and optimize production layout to align with GMP and regulatory requirements.
- Lead investigations of deviations, perform root cause analysis, and implement CAPA.
- Apply Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and ANOVA methodologies to optimize processes, reduce costs, and improve yield.
- Oversee preventive maintenance and calibration programs to ensure equipment reliability.
- Support audits and inspections (regulatory, internal, and client) and prepare required documentation.
- Drive continuous improvement strategies to enhance efficiency, compliance, and profitability.