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Executive/Assistant Manager - Production

Gsk Plc
GSK plc
7-10 years
Not Disclosed
Nashik, India
10 Feb. 16, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Executive / Assistant Manager – Production
Location: Nashik, Maharashtra, India
Industry: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience Required: 7–10 Years
Education: B.Pharm / M.Pharm

About the Company

GSK is a global biopharmaceutical organization focused on uniting science, technology, and talent to get ahead of disease together. With 37 global manufacturing sites, GSK delivered 1.7 billion packs of medicines and over 409 million vaccine doses in 2024.

The Nashik manufacturing site plays a strategic role in producing high-quality medicines using advanced pharmaceutical manufacturing technologies, robotics, digital systems, and AI-enabled smart operations.

Position Overview

The Executive / Assistant Manager – Production will act as a First Line Leader (FLL) responsible for leading shop-floor production teams to ensure safe, compliant, and reliable pharmaceutical manufacturing operations.

This role requires a minimum of 70% shop-floor presence, ensuring real-time process control, cGMP compliance, and consistent achievement of safety, quality, service, and cost targets.

Key Responsibilities

Production & Process Management

  • Lead ointment manufacturing and packaging operations within a regulated pharmaceutical facility

  • Ensure compliance with cGMP, QMS, EHS, and regulatory standards

  • Perform process confirmations based on 4M methodology (Material, Manpower, Method, Measurement)

  • Provide line clearance and area readiness during batch manufacturing and changeovers

  • Ensure adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Leader Standard Work

  • Conduct management monitoring audits as per schedule

  • Maintain audit readiness for internal and external inspections

Performance Management & Operational Excellence

  • Deploy structured performance management processes using accurate production data

  • Identify real-time operational issues and lead structured problem-solving initiatives

  • Manage deviations, conduct root cause analysis, and implement CAPA

  • Restore operations to standard following safety, quality, or output deviations

  • Participate in governance, safety, and performance review meetings

  • Ensure accurate data entry in SAP, VQMS, VQD, Workday, and related systems

  • Monitor cost budgets and drive efficiency improvements within the production area

People Leadership & Team Development

  • Lead, coach, and develop production teams to consistently meet safety, quality, and output targets

  • Implement development plans using structured learning methodologies (70:20:10 framework)

  • Ensure training compliance and skill development tracking

  • Conduct performance reviews and capability enhancement initiatives

  • Manage disciplinary procedures, absence management, and grievance handling as per site policy

  • Demonstrate leadership behaviors aligned with organizational values

Educational Qualifications

Mandatory: B.Pharm or M.Pharm
Preferred Specialization: Ointment Manufacturing / Pharmaceutical Packaging Operations

Experience Required

  • Minimum 7–10 years of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing

  • Proven experience in ointment production and/or packaging operations

  • Leadership experience in a cGMP-regulated environment

  • Exposure to regulatory audits and inspections

  • FDA certification as Competent Technical Staff (Mandatory)

Technical Skills & Competencies

  • Strong knowledge of cGMP, regulatory compliance, QMS, and EHS standards

  • Expertise in deviation management, CAPA, and audit readiness

  • Advanced proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

  • Strong communication and cross-functional coordination skills

  • Data-driven decision-making and operational problem-solving capability

Why Apply for This Role

This opportunity offers hands-on leadership responsibility in pharmaceutical manufacturing operations, with clear growth pathways in production management, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence within a globally recognized biopharmaceutical organization.

Important Notice

GSK does not charge any fees during the recruitment process. Applicants should ensure that all official communications originate from verified “gsk.com” email domains. Unauthorized agencies are not permitted to submit candidate referrals without prior written authorization.