Team leader MSAT

Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd. is a leading multinational pharmaceutical company based across global locations. Each of our 24,000 plus employees comes to work every day for one collective purpose: to accelerate access to affordable and innovative medicines because Good Health Can’t Wait.

We started in 1984 with a modest investment, 20 employees and a bold vision. Today, we have research and development centres, manufacturing facilities or a commercial presence in 66 countries. 

For nearly four decades, we have stood for access, affordability and innovation based on the bedrock of deep science, progressive people practices and robust corporate governance. As the pharmaceutical industry evolves and undergoes disruption, we see an opportunity – to strengthen our core further (the next steps) and to build the future (the new bets).

‘The Next and the New’ is how we aim to continue to be the partner of choice – purpose-driven, future-ready and sustainable.  Our aim is to reach over 1.5 Bn+ patients across the world by 2030 by growing our core businesses and building for the future with sustainability at the core of our purpose and strategy. Sustainability for us means operating in a manner that respects people, planet and purpose – helping us conserve precious resources, serve our patients, create value for stakeholders, give back to society, fulfil our potential and maintain our integrity and transparency

Dr Reddy’s maintains a work environment, free from discrimination and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to employ & nurture all qualified diverse workforce without regard to race, colour religion, nationality, sex, age, disability status, genetics, sexual orientation, gender expression, citizenship or any other characteristic or classification protected by applicable law(s) of the country we operate in. We treasure every talent, and recognize merit and diversity in our organization.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Team Leader for our Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT) department in Pydibimavaram, India. As the MSAT Team Leader, you will play a crucial role in driving process improvements, ensuring product quality, and leading a team of skilled professionals in our state-of-the-art pharmaceutical manufacturing facility.

• Lead and mentor a team of MSAT professionals, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement
• Oversee process optimization initiatives to enhance manufacturing efficiency and product quality
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support technology transfer activities and new product introductions
• Analyze manufacturing data to identify trends, resolve issues, and implement preventive measures
• Ensure compliance with cGMP guidelines and regulatory requirements
• Develop and implement strategies to improve manufacturing processes and reduce costs
• Participate in root cause investigations and corrective action implementation
• Liaise with regulatory agencies and support audits as needed
• Drive the adoption of new technologies and best practices in pharmaceutical manufacturing

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field; Master's degree preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology manufacturing
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to motivate and develop team members
• Strong knowledge of cGMP and regulatory requirements in pharmaceutical manufacturing
• Expertise in process optimization, technology transfer, and continuous improvement methodologies
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments
• Proficiency in data analysis and statistical tools
• Six Sigma certification is a plus
• Experience with Process Analytical Technology (PAT) and its implementation in manufacturing
• Familiarity with FDA and EMA regulatory requirements
• Willingness to work in Pydibimavaram, India