Position: IPQA Trainee
Department: Quality Assurance (QA)
Location: Gozaria, Gujarat
About Celogen:
Celogen Pharma Pvt. Ltd. is a growing pharmaceutical manufacturing company engaged in the development and manufacturing of high-quality pharmaceutical formulations for domestic and international markets. The company operates advanced manufacturing facilities, including a dedicated hormone manufacturing unit in Gozaria, Gujarat, and additional manufacturing units in Ponda, Goa, and Somnath Road, Daman. With a strong focus on quality, compliance, hygiene, and operational excellence, Celogen Pharma is committed to delivering safe, effective, and affordable healthcare solutions while maintaining high standards across all its operations.
Job Summary:
The IPQA Trainee will support the Quality Assurance team in monitoring and ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and regulatory requirements during manufacturing and packaging operations. The role provides hands-on exposure to in-process quality activities in a regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform in-process quality checks during manufacturing and packaging activities as per approved SOPs and Batch Manufacturing Records (BMR).
- Monitor critical process parameters and ensure adherence to approved manufacturing procedures.
- Conduct line clearance before the commencement of manufacturing and packaging operations.
- Verify cleanliness status of equipment, production areas, and accessories before batch initiation.
- Ensure compliance with cGMP, GDP, and Data Integrity requirements.
- Review manufacturing and packaging documents for completeness and accuracy.
- Perform in-process sampling as per approved sampling plans.
- Monitor environmental and housekeeping practices in production areas.
- Report any deviations, non-conformances, or abnormal observations to the reporting manager.
- Ensure proper status labeling of equipment, materials, and production areas.
- Participate in investigations, CAPA implementation, and change control activities whenever assigned.
- Maintain accurate documentation in accordance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
- Support internal audits, self-inspections, and regulatory inspections.
- Follow all EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) guidelines and company policies.
Required Qualifications:
- Education: B.Pharm / M.Pharm
Required Skills:
- Basic knowledge of GMP, GLP, GDP, and pharmaceutical regulations.
- Understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing and quality systems.
- Good observation and analytical skills.
- Attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Basic computer proficiency (MS Office).
- Willingness to work in shifts, if required.
- Ability to work collaboratively with Production, QC, Engineering, and Warehouse teams.
Pay: ₹162,000.00 - ₹180,000.00 per year
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Mahesana, Gujarat: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Education:
Work Location: In person