Associate Manager Quality Control

VIZAG (IN)ONSITEPOSTED: 9/28/2026
PHARMAFull-time
HIRING ORGANIZATIONPFIZERBiopharmaceutical / Healthcare
Pfizer

ROLE OVERVIEW

Ensure the delivery of safe and effective products through rigorous quality control, method validations, and risk-based compliance.

ROLE DEFINITION & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • •Perform method transfers/ validations / method verifications to the complex analytical techniques
  • •Interpret and evaluate data for accuracy, precision, trends, and potential cGMP impact, recommending appropriate corrective actions.
  • •Ensure all documentation and quality records comply with Good Manufacturing Practices and Good Laboratory Practices
  • •Review and revise Standard Operating Procedures, analytical methods, and related documents
  • •Conduct analyses on finished products, raw materials, and components
  • •Handle change control activities and ensure timely implementation and closure of related CAPA actions.
Reporting Hierarchy: Reports to Head of Quality Control • Team size: 10-15

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Master’s degree in chemistry/ pharmacy
  • 8-10 years of experience in Analytical Method Transfer / Validation
  • Qualified in multiple analytical techniques (HPLC-with Empower, GC, IC, ICP-MS, Potentiometry, UV‑Vis, FTIR, Karl Fischer, and pH meters)
  • Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices and its application standards

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • •Experience with laboratory work, particularly using analytical HPLC, GC, IC, ICP-MS techniques
  • •Proven track record in leading continuous improvement projects
  • •Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles, six sigma methodologies, and statistical analysis

REQUIRED VERIFIED SKILLS

HPLC
GC
IC
ICP-MS
Empower
Method Validation
cGMP
GLP
ICH Q2
ICH Q9
OOS/OOT
QMS
CAPA

COMPENSATION & REWARDS

Salary: Competitive / Disclosed upon candidate shortlisting
Benefits: Health insurance, PF, Paid leave, Professional development
Competitive compensation aligned with industry standards for senior quality management roles in India.

ORGANIZATION CONTEXT & CULTURE

Global pharmaceutical leader dedicated to delivering safe and effective patient treatments.

TEAM SIZE: 10,000+ employees
INDUSTRY: Biopharmaceutical / Healthcare
Culture: Committed to a flexible, innovative, and customer-oriented culture rooted in science and risk-based compliance.

EXPECTED CAREER ROADMAP

Progression opportunities include Senior Manager Quality Control and Director of Quality Assurance roles.

APPLICATION ADVISORY

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