Position Details:
• Designation: AGM / DGM
• Experience: 18-20 Years
• Industry: Pharma / Chemicals
• Qualification: B.E. / B.Tech (Chemical)
• Reporting To: Site Head
• Team Handling: Production Managers / Shift In-charges / Supervisors
• Location: Chandigarh Region
• CTC Range: Max upto 36 LPA
Job Responsibilities - AGM / DGM - Production
Strategic Production Leadership
Lead end-to-end manufacturing operations to consistently achieve business objectives related to Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, Productivity, and People Development.Provide strategic direction for production planning, resource utilization, and operational excellence while ensuring uninterrupted plant operations.Act as a key member of the site leadership team, supporting the Site Head in achieving organizational and operational goals.Plant Operations Management
Oversee the operations of 10 Production Blocks, including Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP), engaged in the manufacturing of Pharmaceutical Intermediates, Specialty Chemicals, and Agro Chemicals.Ensure smooth execution of batch manufacturing activities while maintaining production schedules and optimum plant utilization.Monitor daily production performance, identify operational bottlenecks, and implement corrective and preventive actions.Production Planning & Execution
Develop, review, and execute monthly, quarterly, and annual production plans in alignment with business demand and sales forecasts.Ensure timely manufacturing and dispatch of products while optimizing equipment availability and manpower utilization.Coordinate with Supply Chain, Stores, Maintenance, QA, QC, and Commercial teams to ensure seamless production operations.Manufacturing Excellence & Continuous Improvement
Drive Manufacturing Excellence initiatives through Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5S, TPM, and other operational improvement methodologies.Lead productivity enhancement programs focused on cycle time reduction, process optimization, and waste elimination.Establish operational KPIs and continuously improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), throughput, and operational efficiency.Yield Optimization & Cost Management
Drive initiatives to improve process yields, reduce material losses, minimize rework, and optimize raw material consumption.Identify cost-saving opportunities through process improvements, energy optimization, solvent recovery, and efficient resource utilization.Monitor manufacturing costs and ensure operations remain within approved budgets.Quality & Regulatory Compliance
Ensure strict adherence to cGMP, SOPs, Batch Manufacturing Records (BMR), Quality Management Systems (QMS), and all applicable regulatory requirements.Maintain complete compliance with internal quality standards, customer specifications, and statutory guidelines.Drive data integrity, documentation excellence, and implementation of CAPA for quality improvements.Environment, Health & Safety (EHS)
Foster a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with all EHS policies, statutory regulations, and company safety standards.Ensure safe handling of hazardous chemicals and adherence to process safety management practices.Monitor ETP operations to ensure environmental compliance and effective waste management.Lead incident investigations, risk assessments, HAZOP studies, and implementation of preventive actions.Technology Transfer & Commercialization
Collaborate with R&D, Process Development, and Technology Transfer teams for successful scale-up of new products and commercialization.Support process validation, plant trials, engineering batches, and successful technology implementation.Ensure smooth transition from laboratory scale to commercial production while maintaining quality and process robustness.Audit & Inspection Management
Lead and coordinate internal audits, customer audits, and regulatory inspections.Ensure timely closure of audit observations through effective CAPA implementation.Maintain audit readiness across all production areas and support continuous compliance improvements.Cross-Functional Coordination
Work closely with Maintenance, Engineering, QA, QC, EHS, SCM, Projects, Procurement, and Commercial teams to ensure efficient plant operations.Participate in production review meetings and provide strategic recommendations for operational improvements.Resolve interdepartmental issues impacting production schedules and business commitments.People Leadership & Team Development
Lead and manage Production Managers, Shift In-charges, Supervisors, and shop-floor personnel across multiple production blocks.Build high-performing teams through coaching, mentoring, succession planning, and competency development.Drive employee engagement, accountability, performance management, and a culture of ownership and operational discipline.Ensure effective manpower planning, workforce productivity, and optimum shift deployment.Training & Performance Management
Develop and implement structured technical and behavioral training programs for production personnel.Ensure regular skill enhancement, SOP compliance, and competency assessments.Monitor team performance through defined KPIs and conduct periodic performance reviews.Operational Governance & Reporting
Review daily production MIS, operational KPIs, production variances, downtime reports, and improvement action plans.Prepare and present production performance reports, capacity utilization, productivity trends, and improvement initiatives to senior management.Ensure accurate production documentation and timely reporting of operational metrics.Candidate Profile
18-20 years of progressive experience in the Pharmaceutical, Specialty Chemical, or Agro Chemical industry.Minimum 8+ years of proven Plant Leadership experience, managing large-scale manufacturing operations and cross-functional teams.Strong expertise in Production Management, Manufacturing Excellence, cGMP Compliance, EHS, Process Optimization, Cost Reduction, Yield Improvement, Technology Transfer, and Regulatory Audits.Demonstrated ability to lead large teams, drive operational excellence, and deliver sustainable business results in a multi-product chemical manufacturing environment.share resume at or WhatsApp at
