Ipca Laboratories Limited, one of India’s leading pharmaceutical companies, has announced exciting career opportunities for experienced professionals in QC Microbiology and Production Packing departments at its Gandhidham, Gujarat facility. Candidates with relevant pharmaceutical manufacturing experience and strong technical knowledge are encouraged to apply.

About Ipca Laboratories Limited

Ipca Laboratories is a globally recognized pharmaceutical company committed to delivering high-quality healthcare products. The company specializes in APIs, formulations, and exports its products to numerous countries worldwide.

Available Positions

1. QC – Microbiology

Designation: Officer / Sr. Officer
Experience: 4–6 Years
Qualification: B.Sc / M.Sc / M.Tech in Microbiology

Key Skills & Responsibilities

• Growth Promotion Test (GPT)
• Microbial Limit Test (MLT)
• Bacterial Endotoxin Test (BET)
• Culture handling and media preparation
• Swab testing and environmental monitoring
• Chemical and wet analysis
• Handling of vertical and horizontal autoclaves
• Operation of LAF (Laminar Air Flow) units
• Instrument calibration and validation
• Knowledge of QMS, CAPA, CCP, Deviations
• eDMS, LMS, HRMS, RCA and investigation handling
• Training coordination and documentation

2. Production – Packing

Designation: Executive / Sr. Executive
Experience: 7–10 Years
Qualification: B.Pharm / M.Pharm

Key Skills & Responsibilities

• Primary and secondary packing operations
• Packing machine handling and troubleshooting
• Area and equipment cleanliness management
• Area fumigation activities
• Bottle, blister and cartoning machine operations
• Instrument calibration and check-weigher handling
• Yield calculation and reconciliation
• Manpower planning and productivity management
• Strong knowledge of GDP, GMP, cGMP and ALCOA++
• SOP preparation and documentation practices
• Change Control, CAPA and Deviation handling
• Investigation and RCA management
• Experience with eDMS, LMS, TrackWise, LIMS and HRMS
• Knowledge of packing software and instruments

Candidate Profile

• Male candidates with relevant pharmaceutical industry experience are preferred.
• Strong understanding of GMP compliance and quality systems.
• Good communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work in a regulated pharmaceutical environment.

Job Location

Gandhidham, Gujarat

How to Apply

Interested candidates can send their updated CV to:

Email: shivendrav.singh@ipca.com

Mention the Position in Subject Line

• QC – Microbiology | Officer / Sr. Officer
• Production Packing – Executive / Sr. Executive

Technical FAQs

1. What is the purpose of Growth Promotion Test (GPT) in microbiology?

GPT verifies the ability of culture media to support the growth of specified microorganisms and ensures the reliability of microbiological testing.

2. What is Bacterial Endotoxin Test (BET)?

BET is performed to detect bacterial endotoxins in pharmaceutical products using methods such as the Limulus Amebocyte Lysate (LAL) test to ensure product safety.

3. Why is environmental monitoring important in pharmaceutical manufacturing?

Environmental monitoring helps maintain cleanroom conditions by controlling microbial contamination and ensuring compliance with GMP requirements.

4. What is ALCOA++ in pharmaceutical documentation?

ALCOA++ stands for Attributable, Legible, Contemporaneous, Original, Accurate, Complete, Consistent, Enduring, and Available, ensuring data integrity throughout product lifecycle management.

5. What is CAPA in pharmaceutical quality systems?

CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Action) is a structured approach used to investigate deviations, identify root causes, implement corrective measures, and prevent recurrence of quality issues.

Conclusion

This recruitment drive by Ipca Laboratories Limited offers an excellent opportunity for experienced pharmaceutical professionals to join a reputed organization. Candidates with expertise in QC Microbiology or Production Packing and strong GMP knowledge should apply at the earliest to advance their careers with a leading pharmaceutical company.