Assistant Manager

Description Join Our Team as a Site Instrumentation & Automation Lead at Zydus Takeda Healthcare Pvt. Location:Navi Mumbai, India Ltd. If you are passionate about innovation, operational excellence, and cutting-edge automation in healthcare manufacturing, this is your opportunity to thrive in a collaborative and transformative environment this job is for you About Company - Zydus Takeda Healthcare Pvt. Ltd. is a Joint Venture between two pharmaceutical giants - Zydus Healthcare Ltd.; an India based leading Pharmaceutical Company with global footprints and Takeda Pharmaceuticals, the largest Pharmaceutical Company coming from Japan with worldwide presence. For more information visit - . Qualification Education (minimum/desirable): University degree in Instrumentation / Electrical / Industrial Automation Experience: At least 08years (with 1-2 years in Lead / Deputy- Lead role) of handling Instrumentation and Automation systems Operation, facilitiesand utilities. Hands on working experience in developing, Trouble shooting, Managing Automation systems from L0 to L4 Level Experience from any chemical or API manufacturing industry  Accountabilities As Site Instrumentation and Automation lead shall ensure smooth operation, reliability, and continuous improvement of automation and control systems, Calibration plan execution across the span of control. Lead troubleshooting and optimization of automated processes, including PLC, DCS, SCADA, and HMI systems. Span of control for Budget will be for Spares Management, Services, AMC, Asset Life cycle review and Capex proposal, Obsolescence Management forProcess & Utility Instrumentation and Automation systems. Drive projects related to automation upgrades, expansions, MES integration and integrations with IT/OT networks. Ensure compliance with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and regulatory standards while maintaining data integrity and cybersecurity. Provide technical support for automation-related issues, including commissioning, validation, and training of plant personnel. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure automation solutions support safe and efficient production Ensure calibration and maintenance of all instruments, sensors and measurement equipment. Upkeep of records & data in CMMS / SAP-PM Compliance to all Data Integrity & cGMP guidelines. Collaborate with process control, engineering, and external calibration/metrology labs. Assess out-of-tolerance results, initiate deviations, and implement effective CAPAs. Accountable for managing 5-10 technicians working in different shifts and other site contractors related but not limited to Instrumentation and Automation activity Manage spare parts and reliability initiatives for instrumentation and automation systems. SPOC for audits and ensure readiness for internal and external inspections for Instrumentation and Automation systems. Accountable for instrument selection, upgrades, and lifecycle management. All statutory compliances related to meteorology. Must Have In-depth Knowledge & application at Instrumentation aspects like Field Instruments, their selection and Metrological activities L0-L4 automation system attributes including project deployment and maintain experience Proficiency in programming, configuration, and troubleshooting of PLC, DCS, and HMI systems within approved change management frameworks. Sound knowledge of industrial communication protocols like but not limited to Profibus, Modbus, and Ethernet/IP. Solid understanding of process instrumentation, control loops, and PID tuning. Comprehensive understanding of Data integrity, GAMP, and 21 CFR Part 11 compliance. Strong knowledge of calibration practices, measurement principles, and regulatory requirements, including cGMP and ISO standards. Proficiency in utilizing CMMS / SAP-PM systems for calibration and instrumentation data management. Working in a GMP environment, Paperless setup like MES Ability to lead continuous improvement and reliability initiatives related to instrumentation and automation. Knowledge of instrument criticality assessment, calibration methods, and metrology standards. Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills for instrumentation and automation systems. Strong collaboration and communication skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams and external service providers. Good To Have  Understanding of Electrical systems Understanding of manufacturing Processes Locations IND - Navi MumbaiWorker Type EmployeeWorker Sub-Type RegularTime Type Full time