About the position
Cipla is a leading global pharmaceutical company, dedicated to high-quality, branded, and generic medicines. We are trusted by healthcare professionals and patients across geographies. Over the last eight decades, we have strengthened our leadership in India’s pharmaceutical industry and fortified our promise of strengthening our global focus by consolidating and deepening our presence in the key markets of India, South Africa, the U.S., and other economies of the emerging world. Driven by the purpose ‘Caring for Life’, Cipla’s focus has always been on making affordable, world-class medicines with a reputation for uncompromising quality standards across the world. In the last 85 + years, Cipla has emerged as one of the most respected pharmaceutical names in India as well as across more than 100 countries. Cipla is a fast-growing pharmaceutical company with a continued focus on the expanse of our strong legacy. Over the last five years, Cipla has significantly expanded its portfolio and presence in the U.S. with both a generic and brand division. InvaGen Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a Cipla subsidiary engaged in the development, manufacture, marketing, and distribution of generic prescription medicines with focus on a range of therapeutic areas, including cardiovascular, anti-infective, CNS, anti-inflammatory, anti-diabetic, and anti-depressants.
Responsibilities
- Must be willing to work in a pharmaceutical setting.
- Must be able to know how to operate pharmaceutical production machinery independently and thoroughly complete required documentation.
- Execute procedures for manufacturing processes in accordance with batch manufacturing record (BMR) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) requirements.
- Perform machine changeovers, cleaning and set up as per SOPs.
- Ensure the proper area & equipment cleanliness and setup in stipulated time.
- Prepare a room and equipment for line clearance, replace room filters, ensure verification and calibration of balance/scale and check pressure differential for the rooms.
- Ensure line clearance before initiating manufacturing activities in each area.
- Receive/transfer material from/to dispensing/manufacturing storage and check dispensed materials/final mix blend/compressed tablets and labeling as per BMR.
- Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as stated in the SOP/BMR before initiating the process.
- Able to operate applicable equipment independently as per area of operation.
- Ensure adherence to quality standards during all stages of the manufacturing process.
- Complete manufacturing documents on time, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Responsible for training on all relevant SOPs and always maintain compliance with related SOPs and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) in the manufacturing process.
- Perform duties through the proper, safe use of equipment, according to Health & Safety procedures and Equipment Manuals.
- Flexible to work extended hours, to achieve manufacturing schedule when needed.
- Maintain discipline and comply with company policies and procedures.
- Perform entire duties as communicated time to time by department management/designee.
- Participate in safety related programs and or safety teams as needed.
- Enforce and follow safety regulations and ensure the working area is clean.
- Adhere to CIPLA’s Safety, Health, and Environmental policies.
- Must be able to work under general supervision and able to work independently and in a team environment.
- Must be able to exercise appropriate professional judgment on matters of significance.
- Other duties assigned by Manufacturing Management.
Requirements
- High School Diploma (or educational equivalent (i.e. GED)).
- Minimum three years of direct work experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
- Preference will be given to candidates with experience in generic pharmaceutical manufacturing.
- Must have legible handwriting, and the ability to perform accurate documentation.
- Understanding of granulation, compression, coating, and encapsulation machines.
- Capable of conducting troubleshooting, investigations and root cause identification and analysis.
- Able to prioritize, plan and work under tight schedules and deadlines.
- Technical writing skills and application of relevant scientific principles and practices (preferred).
- Must communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in written.
- English proficiency required.
Benefits
- 401(k) savings plan and matching
- Health insurance – medical/dental/vision
- Health savings account (HSA)
- Flexible spending account (FSA)
- Paid time off (PTO) – vacation/sick/flex time
- Paid holidays
- Short-term disability (STD)
- Long-term disability (LTD)
- Parental leave
- Paid family leave
- Employee discounts
- Other benefits
