Manufacturing Operations Leader

Short description

Did you know that you already know us? Almost every second tablet on the global market contains our products. DFE Pharma has a leading position in excipients and is recognized for high-quality products and services. We work with virtually all major pharmaceutical companies worldwide as we pursue excipient excellence — helping people live healthier lives.

Over time, we have grown from a pioneering organization into a global company with over 400 employees. This requires entrepreneurial spirit and strong leadership in everything we do.

We are looking for people who take ownership, embrace accountability, deliver results, and dare to learn from experience. Working at DFE Pharma means having the freedom to act, the drive to take responsibility, and the opportunity to develop your skills within a motivated, cross-functional team in an international environment.

Now is your chance to join! We are looking for a Production Manager to lead our manufacturing operations at our Cuddalore site.

What we ask

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Pharmacy, Chemical Technology or a related field
• Minimum 10 years of experience in production or manufacturing operations within the pharmaceutical, chemical, or food industry
• Strong understanding of cGMP, ISO 9001 / 14001, HALAL, KOSHER, and EHS standards
• Proven ability to lead production teams and drive operational excellence (OEE, yield, productivity, and cost efficiency)
• Experience with SOP / WI / MBR documentation and compliance systems
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills across departments (Maintenance, QC, QA, SCM, HR)
• Strong leadership, planning, and problem-solving skills

What we offer

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