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Website Otsuka Pharmaceutical India Private Limited

Otsuka Pharmaceutical India Private Limited is a joint venture between Otsuka Pharmaceutical Factory, Inc. and Mitsui & Co. Ltd., both of which are prominent Japanese companies. The joint venture focuses on the infusion business in India and emerging markets.

As a company, Otsuka Pharmaceutical India Private Limited is involved in the manufacturing and marketing of products across various markets and therapeutic segments. With a specialization in intravenous nutrition products, the company aims to be a trusted partner for patients and healthcare professionals in the field of clinical nutrition.

By emphasizing clinical nutrition, Otsuka Pharmaceutical India Private Limited demonstrates its commitment to supporting the nutritional needs of patients and working closely with healthcare professionals to provide optimal care. This dedication to improving patient outcomes and collaborating with healthcare providers sets the company apart in the pharmaceutical industry.

The Production Process Incharge, who typically holds a degree in B.Sc., M.Sc., B.Pharm., or M.Pharm., has several responsibilities related to the parenteral/injectable production process.

These responsibilities include:

  1. Timely Documentation: Ensuring that ongoing production activities are well-documented and checking the batch record on a daily basis.
  2. Manufacturing Process: Carrying out the actual manufacturing process of parenteral/injectable products.
  3. Implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs): Creating and implementing SOPs for production processes to maintain consistency and quality.
  4. In-process Control: Checking and monitoring the in-process control parameters of production by following the designated documents on a daily basis.
  5. Cleanliness and Environmental Norms: Ensuring that various areas involved in the production process, such as dispensing, compounding, filling, capping, including airlocks, meet the cleanliness and environmental norms. If any deviations are found, taking immediate corrective actions before proceeding with further processes.
  6. Cleaning and Disinfection: Ensuring the cleaning and disinfection of the floor, ceiling, walls, and equipment. Ensuring that only one material is dispensed at a time to prevent mix-ups.

On the other hand, the Associate, who may have an ITI (Industrial Training Institute) or Diploma qualification, is responsible for the following tasks:

  1. Monitoring Temperature and Humidity: Regularly monitoring the temperature and humidity levels in clean rooms and informing the Engineering department if any deviations are detected.
  2. Cleaning and Disinfection: Performing cleaning and disinfection procedures for the floor, ceiling, walls, pipelines, vessels, and equipment as per the defined frequency.
  3. Airlock Cleanliness: Ensuring the cleanliness of airlocks after the entry and exit of workers.
  4. Machine Maintenance: Maintaining the cleanliness, lubrication, and regular maintenance of machines involved in the production process.
  5. Machine Performance: Ensuring that the machines are functioning smoothly and performing well in terms of their intended operations.

These roles and responsibilities highlight the importance of maintaining a clean and controlled production environment, adhering to standard procedures, and ensuring the smooth functioning of equipment to uphold the quality and safety standards in the production of parenteral/injectable products.

In the context of packing for parenteral/injectable products, the roles and responsibilities of the Process Incharge and Associate are as follows:

Process Incharge, who may hold a Diploma, B.Sc., M.Sc., or B.Pharm. qualification, is responsible for:

  1. Checking Availability of Packing Material: Ensuring that the required packing materials, including proper labels, are available and in the appropriate status for use.
  2. Preventing Mix-ups: Ensuring that labels and cartons are not mixed up during the packing process, maintaining accuracy and preventing errors.
  3. Line Clearance: Ensuring that line clearance procedures are followed before starting the packing activity. Line clearance involves confirming that the production line is ready and suitable for packing operations.
  4. Rejection Management: Checking, verifying, and properly disposing of any rejected materials generated during the packing process. Ensuring that all rejected materials are appropriately recorded.

On the other hand, the Associate, who may possess an ITI or Diploma qualification, has the following responsibilities:

  1. Machine Maintenance: Ensuring the machines used for packing are in good condition by regularly cleaning and lubricating them. This helps maintain the optimal performance and longevity of the equipment.
  2. Timely Machine Start-up: Ensuring that the machines are started within the designated time period and undergo challenging tests to ensure their proper functioning.
  3. SOP Compliance: Following the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for entry and exit procedures in the bag packing area. Adhering to the defined guidelines and protocols ensures consistency and quality in the packing process.
  4. Machine Performance: Monitoring and ensuring that the packing machines are working smoothly and performing according to the established standards. Addressing any issues or deviations promptly.
  5. Supervising Packing Activities: Providing online supervision of packing activities at regular intervals, as defined in the SOP. This helps maintain quality control and adherence to procedures during the packing process.

Plant maintenance in the context of parenteral/injectable products involves ensuring the smooth functioning and upkeep of equipment and systems. Here is a breakdown of the roles and responsibilities for the Process Incharge and Associate positions, as well as the candidate profile and job details provided:

Process Incharge:

Qualification: B.E./B.Tech./M.E. in Electrical/Mechanical/Instrumentation

Responsibilities:

  1. Monthly Preventive Maintenance (PM) Schedule: Preparing a monthly schedule for preventive maintenance activities and communicating it to the concerned Section Manager. This schedule helps ensure that maintenance tasks are planned and executed in a timely manner.
  2. Spares Management: Verifying and managing the spares received from suppliers. This involves checking the quality, quantity, and functionality of the spare parts required for maintenance activities.
  3. PM Activity Observation: Overseeing and observing the preventive maintenance activities to ensure they are carried out properly and according to established procedures.

Associate:

Qualification: Diploma/ITI in Fitter/Electrical/Welder/Instrumentation

Responsibilities:

  1. Water System Equipment Operation and Maintenance: Operating and maintaining the equipment related to the water system, which is crucial for parenteral/injectable production. This includes monitoring water quality, pressure, and flow rates.
  2. Operation Logbooks: Maintaining accurate operation logbooks for water system equipment, as per the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). This helps track and document the performance and maintenance activities related to the water system.
  3. Supplier/Service Provider Escort: Assisting and accompanying supplier or service provider personnel during maintenance activities to ensure smooth operations and proper communication.
  4. Safety Precautions: Following safety precautions and guidelines during maintenance activities to ensure the well-being of oneself and others in the working environment.

Candidate Profile: The desired profile for candidates includes the following characteristics:

  • Willingness to work in rotational shifts.
  • Excellent understanding of the working area.
  • Proactive and eager to learn.
  • Decision-making ability.
  • Team player, with the ability to provide training if required.
  • Good communication skills.

Job Details:

  • Job location: Ahmedabad (Moraiya)
  • Walk-in interview on 8th July, from 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM at the specified address.
  • Experienced candidates are preferred, and freshers are required to share their resumes via email.

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