Operations Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Operations Manager

Job Location: Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (TSHTI) - Faridabad, Haryana

Department: Human Pharmacology Unit - Translational & Clinical Research

About Syngene:  Syngene (www.syngeneintl.com) is an innovation-led contract research, development and manufacturing organization offering integrated scientific  services from early discovery to commercial supply.

At Syngene, safety is at the heart of everything we do personally and professionally. Syngene has placed safety at par with business performance with shared responsibility and accountability, including following safety guidelines, procedures and SOPs, in letter and spirit

Mandatory expectation for all roles as per Syngene safety guidelines

• Overall adherence to safe practices and procedures of oneself and the teams aligned
• Contributing to development of procedures, practices and systems that ensures safe operations and compliance to company’s integrity & quality standards
• Driving a corporate culture that promotes environment, health, and safety (EHS) mindset and operational discipline at the workplace at all times.
• Ensuring safety of self, teams and lab/plant by adhering to safety protocols and following environment, health, and safety (EHS) requirements at all times in the workplace.
• Ensure all assigned mandatory trainings related to data integrity, health, and safety measures are completed on time by all members of the team including self
• Compliance to Syngene’ s quality standards at all times
• Hold self and their teams accountable for the achievement of safety goals
• Govern and Review safety metrics from time to time

Role Accountabilities:

• Supervise HPU operations and monitor quality metrics.
• Implement process improvement initiatives across HPU functions.
• Coordinate with PMO team to review and track ongoing HPU projects.
• Assist in planning study budgets and manage approvals and tracking.
• Assign resources and monitor execution of study-related activities.
• Ensure operational readiness for all HPU studies.
• Lead SQDECC board meetings and support action planning.
• Identify training needs and coordinate LMS training programs for all HPU personnel.
• Conduct and support workshops and skill-building training sessions.
• Review and implement CAPAs, process changes, and quality management plans.
• Monitor Track wise workflows including SOP Deviations, Change Controls, and CAPAs for their effectiveness.
• Monitor and Review Implementation and timelines of SOPs and EDMS elements.
• Ensure that the department is fully prepared for internal and external audits by maintaining compliance, documentation, and operational discipline.
• Supervise usage, maintenance, and management of all HPU equipment/software systems.
• Monitor departmental engineering and maintenance activities including preventive maintenance and calibration.
• Coordinate housekeeping and laundry services to ensure facility hygiene and readiness.
• Review and manage CAPEX, AOP, and budget utilization for operational needs.
• Coordinate with Strategic Sourcing, SAP, Purchase, Inventory, and Stores teams.
• Monitor department supply chain operations to ensure availability of materials and equipment.
• Maintain oversight on inventory utilization and storage compliance.
• Assist HOD in recruiting suitable personnel and succession planning for HPU functioning.
• Coordinate vendor assessments and onboarding in compliance with company procedures.
• Review and support legal documentation and contracts related to operational activities.
• Monitor vendor performance and service level compliance.
• Coordinate and lead Kaizen activities, GEMBA walks, Why-Why analysis, and Lean programs.
• Participate in ERT and EHSS meetings to ensure workplace safety and compliance.
• Carry out any other responsibility as assigned by Head – HPU / Head – Translational & Clinical Research.

Syngene Values

All employees will consistently demonstrate alignment with our core values

•  Excellence
•  Integrity
•  Professionalism

Experience: 8 to 13 Years

Education : Master’s in Science (M.Sc.)

Equal Opportunity Employer:

It is the policy of Syngene to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable legislation or local law. In addition, Syngene will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.