Purpose
To ensure reliable operation, calibration support, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance of instrumentation systems, electrical equipment, and machine-level utilities across the OSD manufacturing and packing areas. The role supports uninterrupted production, equipment safety, and GMP compliance.
Position / Job Title
Senior Technician
Department
Engineering/Technical services
Reporting To
Assistant General Manager, Engineering
Location
Indore
Years Of Experience
5–7 years of experience in Plant maintenance.
Dosage Form
Solid & Semi solid
Job Responsibilities / Deliverables
Instrumentation Maintenance
Responsible for routine and breakdown maintenance of all process instruments across manufacturing & packing areas:
Temperature sensors (RTDs, Thermocouples)
Pressure gauges, pressure transmitters
Vacuum and differential pressure gauges
Humidity & temperature indicators
Flow switches / level sensors
Load cells, limit switches, proximity sensors
Control panel instrumentation
Calibration assistance and verification of instruments
Support calibration activities as per schedule (internal or external).
Electrical Maintenance
Perform Electrical Troubleshooting For OSD Equipment Such As
- HSMG, FBD, Coater, Blister Line, Strip Packing, Bottle Line, Cartoners
- Dust Collectors, Sifters, Blenders, Compressors (machine-level electrical)
Maintain And Troubleshoot
- Motors, starters, contactors, overload relays
- VFDs / soft starters / control circuits
- Lighting, power points, sockets in production areas
- Panel wiring and housekeeping of MCC/PCC/SMDB/DB (as per safety norms)
Ensure proper functioning of safety interlocks and machine protections.
PLC, BMS, DCS & Instrumentation Interface
Assist in fault-finding related to PLC I/O modules, sensors, actuators, solenoids.
Work with automation team for panel-level wiring, analog / digital signal tracing.
Support in maintaining BMS panels, AHU control wiring, differential pressure sensors.
Carry out basic troubleshooting of DCS control loops and field device connections.
Replace transmitters, limit switches, RTDs, flow switches as needed.
Preventive & Predictive Maintenance
Execute PM schedules for all electrical and Manufacturing area equipment.
Conduct IR tests, continuity, relay testing, contact resistance testing, insulation health checks.
Follow OEM guidelines for maintenance of HT/LT gear.
Identify early warning signals and prevent electrical failures.
Maintain spare parts and critical components availability.
GMP, Documentation & Compliance
Maintain maintenance records as per GDP and ALCOA+ principles.
Ensure compliance with regulatory standards: Schedule-M, WHO-GMP, MHRA, USFDA.
Support equipment qualification activities (IQ/OQ/PQ) when required.
Lead maintenance-related change controls
Record all maintenance activities in job cards, logbooks
Maintain history cards for key equipment and motors.
Assist In Maintaining Engineering Documentation
- Calibration records
- Maintenance checklists
- Breakdown reports
Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement
Implement 5S, Kaizen, TPM, problem-solving techniques in daily work.
Participate in Kaizen events and contribute to energy-saving initiatives.
Recommend improvements in distribution, monitoring, and safety.
Qualifications Education
ITI / Diploma in Electrical/Instrumentation Trade (mandatory).
Hands-on experience with OSD manufacturing & packing equipment.
Additional Notes Skills & Competencies
Sound knowledge of instrumentation principles & electrical circuits.
Ability to read wiring diagrams, P&IDs, control circuit drawings.
Strong troubleshooting capability in automation, sensors, VFDs, and panels.
Familiarity with GMP & pharma manufacturing environment.
Understanding of pneumatic systems (basic).
Good coordination with production, QA, and engineering teams.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Zero Quality Incidents
100% adherence of PM Schedular
100% calibration schedular
Equipment uptime score must be more than 85%
Zero Safety Incidents
Skills Required
electrical troubleshooting , Dcs, Kaizen, Tpm, Calibration, Preventive Maintenance, Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Bms, Predictive Maintenance, Plc
