Deputy General Manager

Tasks

• Lead the Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) operations across all manufacturing units at HLL-KFB, ensuring compliance with cGMP, ISO 13485, WHO-GMP and other regulatory standards.
• Oversee batch release, deviation management, CAPA, change control, validation, and documentation systems.
• Ensure timely testing and release of raw materials, packing materials, in-process, and finished products through QC lab operations.
• Coordinate internal audits, external inspections (by CDSCO, State FDA, WHO, ISO), and ensure audit preparedness at all times.
• Guide the implementation of Quality Management Systems (QMS) and drive continual quality improvement initiatives.
• Lead the development and training of QA/QC personnel to build a technically competent and regulatory-ready workforce.
• Supervise qualification and validation activities (process cleaning, equipment, facility, analytical methods).
• Coordinate with production, regulatory, R&D, and supply chain departments for smooth product flow and compliance.
• Maintain quality records, trend analysis, product quality reviews (PQR), and ensure compliance to data integrity principles.
• Serve as the key spokesperson during audits and regulatory inspections; represent quality interests in management reviews.

Requirements

Maximum Age : 45 years as on

Scale of Pay (For Regular appointment): Rs /-

Annual CTC: Rs.19.93 Lakhs (Non-Metro) (approx.) at the minimum of the scale.

Qualification:

Essential: Master in Pharmacy

Desirable: Additional certifications in GMP, QMS or Regulatory Affairs preferred

Post Qualification Experience:

Essential: Minimum 10 years of experience in pharmaceutical QA/QC functions.

At least 5 years of experience in a managerial/leadership role in a WHO-GMP compliant pharmaceutical or medical device manufacturing facility.

Skills and Competencies required:

• In-depth knowledge of cGMP, WHO, ISO, USFDA, and other applicable regulatory guidelines.
• Strong leadership in QMS implementation, audit management, and team building.
• Experience in handling regulatory audits (CDSCO, WHO, USFDA, etc.)
• Proficiency in analytical techniques, instrument calibration, documentation, and validation procedures.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional coordination skills.

Candidates from CPSUs should be holding posts in the scale of Rs Revised 2017 scale) / Rs Pre-revised 2007 scale) for a period of two years as on

No. of Positions : 1

Posting Location : Kanagala, Belguam, Karnataka

Contract Type : Executive – Permanent