Zydus Lifesciences has announced a Walk-In Interview for its API Plant, Ankleshwar, Unit-1, offering opportunities in the Production and Engineering departments.
The recruitment includes positions for Trainee Officer, Officer/Executive/Sr. Executive, FTE/Operator and Apprentice. The notification specifically mentions opportunities for both eligible fresh graduates and experienced candidates, depending on the position.
The uploaded recruitment notice lists the walk-in interview for 19 August 2026 (Wednesday), from 1:00 PM onwards. The interview date is after the current date, 12 August 2026, so the job is eligible to be published.
Job Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Company | Zydus Lifesciences Limited |
| Department | Production & Engineering |
| Job Type | Walk-In Interview |
| Work Location | Ankleshwar, Gujarat |
| Interview Date | 19 August 2026 |
| Interview Time | 1:00 PM onwards |
| Experience | Freshers to 5 Years, depending on role |
| Industry | Pharmaceutical / API Manufacturing |
The Ankleshwar Unit-1 recruitment is focused on API manufacturing and related engineering operations. Similar Zydus Ankleshwar recruitment notices have also listed Production and Engineering positions with Chemistry, Chemical, Diploma and ITI qualifications.
Available Job Positions
Production Department
1. Trainee Officer
- Qualification: B.Sc Chemistry / Diploma Chemical (Full Time)
- Eligibility: Freshers
- Graduation: 2025–2026 batch
- Academic Status: Result declared / awaiting 6th semester result
2. Officer / Executive / Sr. Executive
- Qualification: B.Sc Chemistry / Diploma Chemical (Full Time) / BE Chemical / M.Sc Chemistry
- Experience: 2–5 Years
- Preferred Experience: Line Chemist experience in API / Intermediate manufacturing
3. Apprentice
- Qualification: M.Sc Chemistry
- Graduation: 2025–2026 batch
- Academic Status: Result declared / awaiting 6th semester result
Engineering Department
4. FTE / Operator – On Roll Company Job
- Qualification: Any Diploma / ITI
- Experience: 2–5 Years
- Required Experience: RO Water / Purified Water
5. FTE / Operator – On Roll Company Job
- Qualification: Any Diploma / ITI
- Experience: 2–5 Years
- Required Experience: Fitter maintenance
6. Apprentice
- Qualification: BE Mechanical / BE Instrument / ITI Fitter
- Graduation: 2025–2026 batch
- Academic Status: Result declared / awaiting 6th semester result
Required Qualifications
Candidates should carefully match their qualification with the specific position.
- B.Sc Chemistry
- M.Sc Chemistry
- Diploma Chemical
- BE Chemical
- Any Diploma
- ITI
- BE Mechanical
- BE Instrument
- ITI Fitter
The qualification and experience requirements vary by position, so candidates should not apply based only on the overall recruitment title.
Roles & Responsibilities
Depending on the selected position and department, responsibilities may include:
Production
- Supporting API manufacturing operations.
- Monitoring production activities according to approved procedures.
- Maintaining production-related records and documentation.
- Following GMP, safety and operational requirements.
- Working with production equipment and processes.
- Supporting smooth shift operations.
Engineering
- Operating and monitoring RO Water and Purified Water systems.
- Supporting utility operations.
- Performing fitter-related maintenance activities.
- Assisting with preventive and maintenance activities.
- Following safety procedures and plant requirements.
The exact responsibilities will depend on the position offered by the company.
Experience Required
The recruitment provides opportunities across different experience levels:
- Freshers: Production Trainee Officer and specified Apprentice positions.
- 2–5 Years: Production Officer/Executive/Sr. Executive.
- 2–5 Years: Engineering FTE/Operator roles.
- 2025–2026 graduates: Eligible for the specified Apprentice opportunities as mentioned in the notice.
Candidates should ensure that their experience matches the specific requirement, particularly for API/Intermediate production, RO/Purified Water and fitter maintenance roles.
Salary & Benefits
Salary is not disclosed in the recruitment notice.
For informational purposes, an indicative salary range of approximately ₹2.5 lakh to ₹6.5 lakh per annum may be considered for comparable roles, depending on qualification, experience and position. Apprentice compensation may follow a separate company policy and can differ from regular employee packages.
Potential benefits may include:
- On-roll employment for specified FTE/Operator positions.
- Professional exposure in API manufacturing.
- Technical learning and industry experience.
- Career development opportunities.
- Benefits applicable under company policy.
Note: The salary figures above are an estimate and are not an officially announced salary figure from the recruitment notice.
Selection Process
Eligible candidates attending the walk-in interview may be evaluated through stages such as:
- Resume screening
- Document verification
- Technical assessment/interview
- HR discussion
- Final selection
The exact selection procedure may vary according to the position.
Documents to Carry
Candidates should carry relevant documents, including:
- Updated resume/CV
- Educational certificates and marksheets
- Experience certificates, where applicable
- Government-issued ID proof
- Recent passport-size photographs
- Relevant documents supporting graduation/semester status
Experienced candidates should carry appropriate employment and experience documents.
Walk-In Interview Details
Company: Zydus Lifesciences Limited – Unit-1
Department: Production & Engineering
Date: 19 August 2026, Wednesday
Time: 1:00 PM onwards
Venue: Zydus Lifesciences Limited, Unit-1, Plot 291, GIDC Industrial Estate, Ankleshwar, Gujarat – 393002
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates should attend the Zydus Lifesciences Walk-In Interview at the mentioned venue on 19 August 2026 from 1:00 PM onwards.
Candidates should carefully check the qualification and experience requirements for their preferred position before attending and carry an updated resume along with supporting documents.
