The Young Professionals role in the Life Sciences sector at DALC – Navi Mumbai focuses on ensuring manufacturing processes adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and timely completion of projects. The position offers exposure to both upstream and downstream processing, along with opportunities to engage in project planning, execution, and team collaboration. This role is perfect for graduates or postgraduates in Science or Biotechnology Engineering who are looking to gain hands-on experience in the life sciences industry.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan & Execution of Product Manufacturing
- Facilitate the operation and changeover of process systems, including debottlenecking any hurdles in the production process.
- Collaborate with the Operations team, QAD, and other support functions to achieve target goals, ensuring efficient utilization of resources such as process units and utilities.
- Focus on maximizing product yields and coordinate the manufacturing schedule to meet batch targets.
- Utilize hands-on experience with bioreactors, chromatography, TFF (Tangential Flow Filtration), and CIP (Cleaning in Place) systems.
- Exposure to DCS (Distributed Control System) is preferred.
- Engage in scaling up/down processes for both upstream (e.g., seed and production bioreactors, media, buffer preparation) and downstream (e.g., centrifugation, microfiltration, ultrafiltration) operations.
- Review & Monitoring
- Oversee the preparation of cleaning solutions and ensure timely cleaning and fumigation of areas/equipment according to SOPs.
- Ensure compliance with SOPs, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), and cGMP standards.
- Perform online entries in GMP documents such as BMRs (Batch Manufacturing Records), BPRs (Batch Packaging Records), and log-books.
- Update documents periodically to meet QAD requirements and GMP standards.
- Supervise and coach employees to meet safety and job performance expectations.
- GMP Compliance, Validation, and Audit Readiness
- Coordinate and support timely calibration, maintenance, qualification, and validation of process units as per schedule.
- Ensure readiness for GMP, FDA, WHO, and other international audits.
- Prepare validation protocols and ensure their successful execution.
Educational Requirements
- Graduate or Postgraduate in Science.
- B.E. in Biotech Engineering.
Experience Requirements
- Minimum of 0-1 years of experience in a similar role.
- Proven ability to supervise, lead, and build relationships at various levels of the organization.
Skills & Competencies
- Safety Requirements: Ensure compliance with Occupational Health, Safety, and Environment Management protocols as per SOPs.
- Awareness: Knowledge of consequences related to non-compliance with Standard Operating Procedures in relation to safety and environment management.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about life sciences, enjoy leading manufacturing processes, and are ready to contribute to a dynamic work environment, this role is a great opportunity for you. Apply now through the company’s official career portal before the end date on September 30, 2024.
