1,224 Manufacturing Specialist jobs in India

• Oversee and manage the manufacturing processes for advanced materials, including composites, polymers, and ceramics.
• Develop and refine manufacturing protocols to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve product consistency.
• Implement and maintain rigorous quality control procedures to ensure materials meet stringent specifications.
• Conduct material characterization and performance testing to validate product quality and identify areas for improvement.
• Troubleshoot production issues, identify root causes, and implement effective corrective actions.
• Collaborate with R&D teams on new material development and process scale-up.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and environmental standards within the manufacturing facility.
• Train and mentor junior technicians and operators on manufacturing best practices.
• Manage inventory of raw materials and finished goods, ensuring timely procurement and production planning.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and implement lean manufacturing principles.

• Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in manufacturing, with a focus on advanced materials.
• Strong knowledge of material properties, processing techniques (e.g., molding, extrusion, composite lay-up, machining), and failure analysis.
• Experience with quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001) and statistical process control (SPC).
• Proficiency in using manufacturing equipment and testing instruments.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong organizational and project management abilities.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience in a supervisory or lead role is advantageous.
• Familiarity with automation and Industry 4.0 concepts in manufacturing is a plus.

• Lead the research, evaluation, and implementation of advanced manufacturing technologies and processes.
• Develop and optimize digital manufacturing strategies, including Industry 4.0 initiatives, IoT, and data analytics in production.
• Design and implement automation and robotics solutions to improve throughput and reduce manual labor.
• Explore and integrate additive manufacturing (3D printing) techniques for prototyping and production parts.
• Collaborate with R&D, engineering, and production teams to ensure seamless integration of new technologies.
• Conduct feasibility studies and ROI analyses for new manufacturing technologies.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, best practices, and training programs for advanced manufacturing.
• Monitor manufacturing performance metrics and identify areas for continuous improvement.
• Stay abreast of the latest trends and innovations in manufacturing technology globally.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and environmental regulations.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, with a strong focus on advanced manufacturing technologies.
• Demonstrated experience with automation, robotics, Industry 4.0 principles, and additive manufacturing.
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software and simulation tools.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, materials science, and quality control systems.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams.
• Experience with data analytics and visualization tools for manufacturing performance.
• Adaptability and a forward-thinking approach to manufacturing challenges.

Dr Reddys is seeking Manufacturing specialist specializing in cell therapy (CAR-T) programs. This position is part of our Manufacturing facility.

The manufacturing role serves as a Specialistin CAR-T production facility. You will work closely with our Research and Product Development teams to support the GMP Manufacturing operations, Technology transfer, quality assessments, and supply chain logistics and process validation of the CAR-T process across a wide range of novel modalities for Cell therapy programs.

Role Responsibilities:

As a Manufacturing specialist, a typical day might include the following:

• Design and execute experimentation to develop robust manufacturing processes for cell therapy products and implementation to support programs in clinical development/commercialization.
• Lead and train a team of cell process scientists/engineers who will work closely together within a highly matrixed, cross-functional team to deliver program goals.
• Manage and/or execute T-cell culture and differentiation to support process development, characterization, and validation.
• Manage troubleshooting with a high degree of complexity.
• Document experimental procedures and results according to established guidelines. Perform statistical analysis of experimental data to determine critical process parameter/result ranges.
• Support the development of SOPs and batch records, risk assessments as well as the technology transfers. 
• Review completed production batch records and assist with deviations, CAPAs, Change Controls, and investigations. 
• Communicate progress versus plan, identifying and escalating business-critical issues affecting supply and timelines as necessary, providing recommendations, mitigations, and potential solutions.
• Collaborate effectively within departmental teams, contribute to deliverables and drive development activities in a cross-functional environment, engage on team discussions to resolve issues, and support/lead projects with a fully integrated team to facilitate successful outcomes.
• Serve as an internal technical subject matter expert and support technology transfers, engineering, and PV batches.
• Coordinate resources and set priorities for own/team, contributing to the overall goals of the department.
• Generate and review technical reports, regulatory filings, source documents, patents and external publications, as applicable.
• Align with leadership to develop strategic roadmap on continuous medium optimization and phase-appropriate medium development and implementation.
• Manage the medium development team to ensure timely delivery of cell culture medium development and optimization projects.
• Empower and support junior team members to independently plan and design experiments. Continuously grow and encourage team members on scientific and critical thinking.

Qualifications

PhD/MSc/BSc in biotechnology, biology, immunology, Cell Biology or a relevant life-science discipline, with relevant 9–15 years of industry experience within Cell and gene therapy, biologics manufacturing/product development functions. 

Qualifications and Skills

• Familiarity with statistical process control to foster continuous improvement in manufacturing processes and product quality.
• Understanding of quality management systems to maintain excellence in organizational processes and customer satisfaction.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing concepts to enhance process efficiency and minimize waste effectively in the production environment.
• Ability to perform non-destructive testing techniques for ensuring product quality and reliability in compliance with industry standards.
• Experience or foundational knowledge in testing and evaluating rubber for distinct industry applications and product development.
• Proficiency in sample collection from factory environments to ensure quality compliance and adherence to predefined standards.
• Capable of conducting thorough quality control activities to verify product conformity and maintain high-quality benchmarks.
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills to address quality concerns with relevant stakeholders and facilitate improvements.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Conduct routine quality checks on raw materials and finished products to maintain standards and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Implement quality control procedures and processes aligned with QMS to uphold product quality and safety requirements.
• Collaborate with production teams to address quality issues and introduce corrective actions for continuous process improvements.
• Prepare detailed reports on quality findings and recommend strategic adjustments for superior production outcomes.
• Perform audits on production processes and quality management practices to identify areas for enhancement and operational efficiency.
• Monitor production environments to prevent defects and ensure adherence to established quality parameters.
• Identify root causes of quality deviations and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to develop effective solutions.
• Keep abreast of industry best practices and technological advancements in quality control to drive innovation across operational functions.

The QC Engineer (Civil/MEP) is responsible for ensuring that construction activities comply with technical specifications, standards, and client requirements. The role involves conducting inspections, material testing, and reviewing documentation to ensure quality control throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

For Civil QC:

Inspect ongoing civil works such as RCC, brickwork, plastering, waterproofing, and finishing to ensure compliance with drawings and quality standards.

Verify formwork, rebar, concrete mix, and curing processes.

Monitor third-party testing of materials like cement, sand, aggregates, bricks, and concrete.

Ensure proper documentation of material approvals, inspection requests (IRs), and non-conformance reports (NCRs).

For MEP QC:

Inspect installation of HVAC, electrical panels, plumbing systems, fire-fighting, and other MEP services.

Verify testing and commissioning of MEP systems as per design and safety standards.

Ensure correct routing, cable management, pipe sizing, insulation, and earthing practices are followed.

Check and verify materials as per approved make and technical submittals.

Common QC Duties:

Coordinate with contractors and consultants for inspections and approvals.

Maintain and update quality checklists, logs, and QA/QC reports.

Issue NCRs and follow up on corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).

Support internal and third-party audits and ensure timely closure of observations.

Train site staff and workers on quality best practices and specifications.

Key Skills & Competencies:

Strong knowledge of IS codes, NBC, and standard construction & MEP practices.

Familiar with quality tools and procedures such as checklists, WIR, MIR, NCR, RFI, etc.

Proficient in reading civil/MEP drawings and specifications.

Hands-on experience in site inspections and lab/field testing.

Good communication, documentation, and problem-solving abilities.

Preferred Background:

Real Estate Projects (Residential, Commercial, Mixed-use)

Infrastructure (Hospitals, Hotels, Factories, Malls)

MEP Contracting Firms or PMC.