Maintenance Manager

Title : Maintenance Manager – Pharmaceuticals

Reporting to : Plant Head

Location : Saykha, Gujarat

Experience : More than 7 years in Pharmaceutical API or related manufacturing

Education : Degree in Engineering or related field required; Master’s degree in Operations, Engineering Management, or Maintenance Management is optional

About LOXIM

Since 1977, LOXIM has combined the strength of chemistry with innovation to deliver products that serve a global market. From high performance Dyes to APIs, Intermediates, CMO and CDMO manufacturing capabilities in the Pharmaceuticals industry, our products create infinite possibilities for our stakeholders worldwide. Headquartered in India, with offices in the USA, Singapore, and Germany, we are well-positioned to serve customers across the globe. LOXIM’s Engineering Plastics business has formed a joint venture with LATI S.p.A., Italy — a global leader with 80+ years of legacy — to serve India’s engineering plastics sector with innovative and sustainable solutions.

The Role

The Maintenance Manager is responsible for the overall maintenance and reliable operation of all plant utilities, mechanical and electrical systems, and equipment across the pharmaceutical facility. This role includes preventive and breakdown maintenance, project execution, equipment qualification, and compliance with GMP and safety regulations. The Maintenance Manager leads a cross-functional team to ensure operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and minimal downtime of all critical systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance of electrical, mechanical, utility, and process equipment.
• Maintain and upkeep critical utilities, including boilers, chillers, DG sets, and water purification systems, ensuring energy efficiency, minimal downtime, and continuous operation of the plant.
• Lead the installation, commissioning, and qualification (URS / DQ / IQ / OQ / PQ) of new equipment and systems.
• Manage HT / LT electrical systems, including transformers, switchgears, panels, cabling, and substations.
• Supervise mechanical utilities and process equipment such as HVAC systems, purified water systems, and other critical utilities.
• Coordinate and review project schedules, equipment FAT, drawings, BOQs, and vendor documentation.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with GMP, safety, and environmental standards.
• Manage site inspections, ensure quality execution, and resolve technical issues during installation or operation.
• Prepare and review maintenance documentation, progress reports, SOPs, and ensure timely invoice processing.
• Liaise with vendors, contractors, and cross-functional departments to support project execution and plant operations.
• Implement and improve maintenance best practices, cost control measures, and reliability strategies.

Skills and Knowledge

Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where precision, compliance, and innovation intersect?

If so, we’d love to meet you!

Apply now : jobs@loxim.com