Team Leader - Sterile

At Julphar, we are on a journey of culture transformation & our mission is to provide a better quality of life for the entire family by delivering best in class solutions and real value with compassion and professionalism.

Our core values: Respect, Collaboration, innovation, Integrity and Compassion - Combined with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities - are key drivers in our aim to make a positive impact on the lives of the patients we serve, enable Talents , create a healthy work environment, and accomplish our goals through world-class research and with the compassion and commitment of our employees

Job Overview

The Production Team Leader is responsible for overseeing daily production operations within the assigned manufacturing area, with a strong focus on cGMP compliance, operational excellence, and team supervision. This role ensures efficient and timely execution of production activities in accordance with approved procedures and quality standards. The position requires strong collaboration with cross-functional teams, active involvement in aseptic operations, and continuous improvement of processes and team capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

General Responsibilities:

• Ensure strict adherence to cGMP, GLP, and established quality systems.
• Operate production equipment and monitor processes as per Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Batch Manufacturing Records (BMRs).
• Execute production plans and schedules efficiently and safely.
• Follow all safety procedures and contribute to maintaining a safe and compliant workplace.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless production activities.
• Provide training to new employees on equipment operation and production processes.
• Promote a cleanroom culture in Class A & B environments with a focus on aseptic behavior and contamination control.
• Support process validation, optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  
  

Specific Responsibilities

• Manage and execute all stages of the production process including:
• Dispensing of raw materials
• Formulation and material preparation
• Filtration, filling, inspection, labelling, and shipment
• Assemble machine parts and oversee cartridge filling operations during media fills and batch production in Class B areas.
• Prepare, review, and approve process documents such as BMRs, SOPs, logbooks, and formats.
• Review processed batch records before batch release to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Conduct area cleaning scheduling, provide correct disinfectants, and monitor cleanliness in cleanrooms.
• Ensure readiness and proper conduct of personnel in aseptic areas through training and supervision.
• Monitor production materials including Raw Materials (RM), Primary & Secondary Packaging Materials (PPM/SPM) and plan accordingly.
• Support Change Controls, Deviations, CAPAs, and other QMS activities using eQMS/EDMS tools.
• Coordinate preventive and breakdown maintenance by initiating work orders and following up on completion.
• Support CIP/SIP operations, validations, and other related programs.
• Lead on-the-job training programs and maintain training records for production team members.
• Troubleshoot and investigate deviations or process issues and implement corrective actions.
• Identify and suggest improvements in SOPs, processes, and quality practices.
  

Core Competencies

• Strong communication skills and ability to coordinate with cross-functional teams.
• Accountable, committed, and result-driven with strong ownership.
• High adaptability with the ability to learn and apply knowledge quickly.
• Excellent time and task management skills aligned with production schedules.
• Sound understanding of SOPs, BMRs, and aseptic production processes.
• Attention to detail with a strong focus on process compliance.
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to work under pressure.
• Demonstrated leadership and team motivation capabilities.
  
  

Qualification & Functional Knowledge

• Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific field.
• Sound knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes and cGMP principles.
• Minimum [Insert preferred experience, e.g., 3–5 years] in a pharmaceutical production environment, preferably in aseptic operations.
• Experience in cleanroom operations, equipment handling, and regulatory inspections is highly desirable.
  
  

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