Company Description
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.
Job Description
Job Summary
The role of Team Member – Quality Control (QC) involves performing routine analytical testing of raw materials, intermediates, in-process samples, and finished products (API) in compliance with GMP, GLP, and GDP requirements. The position is responsible for operating and calibrating laboratory instruments (such as HPLC and other analytical equipment), ensuring adherence to approved specifications, test procedures (STP), and methods of analysis (MOA).
The role includes maintaining laboratory standards such as proper documentation, data integrity, housekeeping, and safety practices during chemical handling. The individual ensures readiness of instruments, reagents, and materials prior to analysis, including verification of calibration status, validity of chemicals, and preparation of solutions.
Additionally, the job involves recording and reporting analytical results, including handling deviations such as OOS (Out of Specification) and OOT (Out of Trend), supporting method verification/transfer activities, maintaining records, and coordinating through systems like MES for sample release and tracking.
The role also requires participation in training programs, analyst qualification, instrument maintenance coordination, and ensuring smooth shift handovers, with any additional responsibilities as assigned by supervisors.
Roles & Responsibilities
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Ensure compliance with GMP, GLP, and GDP
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Follow QC laboratory entry and exit procedures.
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Perform analysis of raw materials, intermediates, in-process samples, APIs, stability samples, and working standards.
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Operate analytical instruments (HPLC, etc.) as per approved SOPs.
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Ensure instrument calibration before analysis and perform periodic calibration.
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Verify SPEC and MOA parameters prior to analysis.
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Prepare mobile phase, reagents, and solutions as per procedures.
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Check validity of chemicals, reagents, solvents, and standards before use.
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Use cleaned and dried glassware for all analyses.
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Ensure proper column selection, conditioning, and washing procedures.
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Monitor Milli-Q water quality (resistivity) before use.
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Follow injection sequence as per STP before analysis.
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Record and maintain analytical raw data and documentation accurately.
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Ensure chromatograms are clear and legible.
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Store test solutions until batch release.
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Report OOS, OOT results, and incidents immediately.
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Perform method transfer and method verification studies.
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Release in-process samples through MES system.
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Maintain inward registers and closing records.
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Raise work orders and breakdown requests for laboratory maintenance.
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Maintain records such as HPLC lamp hours usage.
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Ensure good housekeeping in the laboratory.
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Follow safety precautions while handling chemicals and solvents
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Complete assigned LMS trainings and analyst qualification.
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Ensure proper shift handover..
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Perform additional tasks assigned by HOD/designee.
Qualifications
Educational qualification: An M.Sc. degree in Chemistry
Minimum work experience: 2 to 6 years
Skills & attributes:
Technical Skills
HPLC
GC
Empower data processing
Wet analysis
Behavioural skills
- Attention to detail and commitment to ensuring compliance with QMS (Quality Management System) documents, including OOS (Out-of-Specification), OOT (Out-of-Trend), and Incident investigations.
- Ability to respond to internal and external audits and participate in other QMS-related activities.
- Strong organizational skills for LIMS (Lab Information Management System) related activities.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills for coordinating and implementing of SOPs.
Additional Information
About the Department
Global Manufacturing Organisation (GMO)
At Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, we are dedicated to making a meaningful impact on global healthcare through precision manufacturing and innovation. With a legacy of excellence, we are a leading force in the pharmaceutical industry.
We operate 19 state-of-the-art manufacturing plants across Hyderabad, Vizag, Baddi, Mexico, Shreveport, and Mirfield, comprising 8 OSD facilities, 3 Injectables facilities, and 8 API facilities.
Benchmarking manufacturing processes and continuous operational excellence are at the core of our capability to deliver quality medicines to our patients in 66 countries. We manufacture a portfolio of complex APIs and 1,150+ drug master files across key therapy areas such as Oncology, Cardio-vascular, Central Nervous System and Anti-Diabetes. he World Economic Forum has recognised our largest manufacturing facility in Bachupally, Hyderabad, as part of its Global Lighthouse Network. We aspire to be the most efficient pharma operations in the world. Our productivity improvement and digitalisation efforts are key to staying competitive, meeting business imperatives, and meeting our ambitious ESG goals. Building such ‘factories of the future’ is integral to innovation and to build healthcare of the future.
Benefits Offered
At Dr. Reddy’s we actively help to catalyse your career growth and professional development through personalised learning programs.
The benefits you will enjoy at Dr. Reddy’s are on par with the best industry standards. They include, among other things and other essential equipment, joining & relocation support, family support (Maternity & Paternity benefits), learning and development opportunities, medical coverage for yourself and your family, life coverage for yourself.
Our Work Culture
Ask any employee at Dr. Reddy’s why they come to work every day and they’ll say, because Good Health Can’t Wait. This is our credo as well as the guiding principle behind all our actions. We see healthcare solutions not only as scientific formulations, but as a means to help patients lead healthier lives, and we’re always attuned to the new and the next to empower people to stay fit. And to do this, we foster a culture of empathy and dynamism. People are at the core of our journey over the last few decades. They have been supported by an enabling environment that buoys individual ability while fostering teamwork and shared success. We believe that when people with diverse skills are bound together by a common purpose and value system, they can make magic.
For more details, please visit our career website at https://careers.drreddys.com/#!/
