Lead Production Operator
Piramal Pharma
Lead Production Operator
Piramal Pharma
CDMO and hospital generics, consumer health
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Piramal Critical CarePiramal Critical Care (PCC), a business unit of Piramal Pharma, is the fourth-largest producer of inhaled anesthetics and a global player in hospital generics. We are motivated by our vision of commitment to delivering critical care solutions for patients and healthcare providers across the globe while achieving sustainable and profitable growth for all the stakeholders.
PCC maintains a wide presence across the US, Europe, and more than 100 countries across the globe. Its rich product portfolio includes Inhalation Anesthetics such as Sevoflurane, Isoflurane and Halothane as well as Intrathecal Baclofen therapy, for spasticity management.
PCC has a strong manufacturing and process development experience with wholly-owned, state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in the United States and India, inspected periodically by the US FDA and the UK MHRA and other regulators. The strategic locations of our facilities help us supply high-quality products around the world, timely at optimal costs.
For more details, please visit https://www.piramalcriticalcare.com/global/
Job Title
Lead Production OperatorJob Description
The role supports manufacturing operations by assisting the Shift Supervisor and leading shift activities when required. The position ensures safe and efficient production operations, compliance with cGMP standards, accurate documentation, and achievement of production targets while supporting operators and troubleshooting operational issuesEssential Duties and Responsibilities
Fill in for the Shift Supervisor during training or absence and lead the shift when the Shift Supervisor is off
Follow operating procedures, rules, and instructions to work safely and ensure familiarity with all relevant procedures
Help drive 5S and SFTI initiatives in the Manufacturing department
Plan, supervise, direct, and participate in daily production operations while anticipating potential production problems to minimize production loss and ensure production and quality objectives are achieved
Assist operators in performing their duties as necessary to meet production goals
Assist in troubleshooting automation and operational issues
Enter and review SAP data related to production activities
Submit work orders and coordinate work with the Maintenance team
Report alarms and take appropriate corrective action
Work with operators to verify proper operation of equipment
Ensure manufacturing schedules and production goals are achieved
Perform tasks associated with Production Operator and/or Control Room Operator duties when required, including running manual and automated process steps
Produce manufacturing batch records that are accurate and complete using both electronic and manual data
Ensure the manufacturing area and control systems remain audit-ready with up-to-date documentation and a clean, organized environment
Cooperate with management and colleagues to maintain a safe and healthy working environment
Create reports using electronic data from manufacturing systems
Report all personal injuries, near misses, and accidents to the supervisor and document them in WSO
Perform work in accordance with Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) (21 CFR 210 & 211) wherever applicable
Read meters, gauges, or automatic recording devices at specified intervals to verify operating conditions
Operate and control electric motors, pumps, and valves to regulate the flow of chemicals
Adjust manual controls or override automatic controls (when directed) to maintain proper operating ranges, switch to backup equipment, or shut down equipment when required
Perform housekeeping duties including sweeping, mopping, dusting, polishing, and waxing as needed
Assist other departments when required, including Maintenance, Packaging, Warehouse, Engineering, and Quality Control
Perform additional duties as requested by the Shift Supervisor
Key Competencies (knowledge, skills, and abilities every person must possess to be successful)
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence clearly and professionally
Mathematical ability including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals
Ability to compute rate, ratio, percent, and interpret bar graphs and scatter plots
Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out written, oral, or diagram-based instructions
Ability to deal with problems involving multiple variables in standardized situations
Positive attitude with a strong desire for continuous learning
Ability to plan activities to ensure safe and reliable plant operations
Good troubleshooting skills
Mechanical aptitude with the ability to perform minor repairs and maintenance when needed
Good computer and automation aptitude with the ability to operate equipment using control systems
Ability to multitask across automated and manual systems simultaneously
Ability to prioritize workload and delegate tasks effectively
Education/Experience
High school diploma required
Minimum 3–5 years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Physical Demands:
Must be able to wear a face mask respirator and required personal protective equipment
Frequently required to use hands to handle tools, equipment, and controls and communicate verbally
May frequently be required to reach with hands and arms and climb ladders
Occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, or crouch
Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus
Reporting to this position: N/A
Travel: N/A
General Oversight and Direction:
Receives moderate to limited supervision working from objectives set by Manager. Employee organizes and carries out most assignments in accordance with standard practices, instructions, or previous training. Employee handlessome situations independently.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Piramal Critical Care is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of the Company to encourage and support equal employment opportunity for all associates and applicants without regard to age, sex, race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, disabled veteran, or Vietnam Era Veteran Status.
Americans with Disabilities Act
Applicants as well as employees who are, or become, disabled must be able to perform the essential job functions either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. The organization shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.
Employee Job Responsibilities
You are expected to follow all policies, procedures, and guidelines, conducting yourself in ways that protect the interests and safety of all employees and the company.
The above statements reflect the general duties and responsibilities considered necessary to perform the essential functions of the job. This document should not be considered a fully detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. Piramal Critical Care may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.
CDMO and hospital generics, consumer health
Piramal Pharma is a diversified pharmaceutical group with three divisions: Piramal Pharma Solutions (PPS), Piramal Critical Care (PCC), and the Consumer Products Division (CPD). PPS operates as a contract development and manufacturing organization, providing development and manufacturing services across the drug lifecycle for clients in North America, Europe, and Asia through a globally connected network. PCC specializes in complex hospital generics, particularly inhaled anesthetics, serving markets in the USA, Europe, and over 100 countries. CPD leads consumer healthcare in India with brands such as Littles, Lacto Calamine, i-pill, Tetmosol, Polycrol, and Tri Activ, and the company serves pharmaceutical companies, hospitals, and consumers by leveraging its manufacturing scale and distribution network.
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