# Site Head- OSD

> Weekday AI · Delhi, India · Full-time · Posted 2026-10-05

**Salary:** INR 7,000,000–10,000,000

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** Weekday's Client via platform

## Description

𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗱𝗮𝘆'𝘀 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀

𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲: 𝗥𝘀 𝟳𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬 - 𝗥𝘀 𝟭𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬 (𝗶𝗲 𝗜𝗡𝗥 𝟳𝟬-𝟭𝟬𝟬 𝗟𝗣𝗔)

Experience: 20+ yrs

Location: India

Job Type: Full-time

We are looking for an accomplished **Site Head – OSD** to lead the overall manufacturing and operational performance of a large-scale **Oral Solid Dosage (OSD) pharmaceutical manufacturing site**. This senior leadership role will have end-to-end accountability for site operations, manufacturing performance, quality, productivity, compliance, cost management, and organisational capability.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in **OSD manufacturing, plant leadership, pharmaceutical operations, GMP compliance, and large-scale team management**, with a proven track record of delivering operational excellence in complex manufacturing environments.

## Requirements

Key Responsibilities

-   Lead end-to-end operations of the **OSD pharmaceutical manufacturing site** with overall accountability for performance and results.
-   Develop and execute site strategies aligned with business objectives, manufacturing plans, and long-term growth requirements.
-   Provide leadership across production, engineering, maintenance, quality, supply chain, EHS, planning, and other site functions.
-   Drive safe, compliant, efficient, and cost-effective manufacturing operations.
-   Ensure adherence to **GMP, regulatory requirements, quality systems, EHS standards, and internal operating procedures**.
-   Own site-level manufacturing KPIs including productivity, capacity utilisation, yield, OEE, quality, cost, delivery, and operational efficiency.
-   Lead annual operating plans, manufacturing budgets, resource planning, and cost-control initiatives.
-   Drive continuous improvement, Lean manufacturing, operational excellence, and productivity-enhancement programs.
-   Identify opportunities to improve manufacturing processes, reduce waste, optimise resources, and strengthen operational reliability.
-   Oversee capacity planning, technology upgrades, facility expansion, equipment investments, and major capital projects.
-   Ensure effective production planning and coordination with supply chain, procurement, quality, and commercial teams.
-   Provide leadership during regulatory inspections, audits, investigations, CAPA initiatives, and compliance programs.
-   Strengthen quality culture and ensure timely resolution of critical manufacturing and quality issues.
-   Lead site-level business continuity, risk-management, emergency preparedness, and operational resilience initiatives.
-   Build, mentor, and develop a strong leadership team and high-performing manufacturing workforce.
-   Establish clear accountability, performance-management mechanisms, and succession plans across key site functions.
-   Collaborate with senior leadership on strategic initiatives, business growth, new product introductions, and manufacturing expansion.
-   Promote a culture of **safety, quality, compliance, accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement**.

What Makes You a Great Fit

-   **20+ years of experience** in pharmaceutical manufacturing, plant operations, or related manufacturing leadership roles.
-   Extensive experience in **OSD (Oral Solid Dosage) manufacturing** and pharmaceutical plant operations.
-   Proven experience as a **Site Head, Plant Head, Operations Head, Manufacturing Head, or equivalent senior leadership position**.
-   Strong understanding of end-to-end OSD manufacturing processes, production planning, technology, and operational controls.
-   Deep knowledge of **GMP, regulatory compliance, quality systems, EHS, audits, CAPA, deviations, and inspection readiness**.
-   Proven track record of managing large-scale pharmaceutical manufacturing sites and multidisciplinary teams.
-   Strong expertise in manufacturing strategy, capacity planning, productivity improvement, cost optimisation, and operational excellence.
-   Experience managing large budgets, capital projects, facility expansion, technology upgrades, and resource planning.
-   Strong understanding of Lean, continuous improvement, productivity, OEE, yield improvement, and manufacturing performance management.
-   Excellent leadership, stakeholder-management, communication, and decision-making skills.
-   Ability to lead complex operations in a highly regulated and performance-driven environment.
-   Strong commercial and business understanding with the ability to connect manufacturing performance with organisational goals.
-   Demonstrated ability to build high-performing teams, develop leaders, and create a culture of accountability and excellence.
-   Strong strategic thinking combined with hands-on operational leadership and execution capability.

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