Team Leader- Engineering (Solids)

• Supervise and maintain PLC, HMI, SCADA, and industrial control systems used in solid dosage manufacturing and packaging equipment.
• Manage automation systems for equipment such as:

• Tablet compression machines
• Capsule filling machines
• Blister packaging lines
• Bottle filling and labeling lines
• Checkweighers and serialization systems
• Support troubleshooting and programming of PLC platforms (Siemens, Allen Bradley, etc.).
• Maintain and optimize SCADA and data acquisition systems.

• Lead preventive and corrective maintenance of automation, sensors, drives, and electronic systems.
• Diagnose and resolve automation failures, control loop issues, and communication faults.
• Ensure minimal production downtime through rapid technical support.

• Supervise and guide automation technicians and electronics engineers.
• Plan daily maintenance activities and allocate resources.
• Provide technical training and mentoring to team members.
• Ensure adherence to safety procedures and GMP requirements.

• Support FAT, SAT, IQ, OQ, and PQ activities for new equipment.
• Collaborate with QA, validation, and production teams during commissioning.
• Ensure automation systems comply with GMP and 21 CFR Part 11 requirements where applicable.

• Identify opportunities for automation upgrades and process optimization.
• Implement root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective actions for recurring issues.
• Support digitalization and Industry 4.0 initiatives within manufacturing.

• Maintain accurate maintenance records, SOPs, and change control documentation.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, regulatory, and company standards.
• Support internal and external regulatory audits.

• Bachelor's Degree in:

• Electronics Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Mechatronics Engineering
• Automation Engineering

• 5-8 years' experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing automation or industrial automation.
• Experience with solid dosage manufacturing or packaging equipment is preferred.
• Minimum 2-3 years in a supervisory or team leader role.

• PLC programming (Siemens S7, Allen Bradley, etc.)
• SCADA systems
• HMI configuration
• Industrial communication protocols:

• Modbus
• Profibus
• Ethernet/IP
• VFDs and servo drives
• Instrumentation and sensors
• Troubleshooting of automated packaging lines
• Understanding of GMP and pharmaceutical compliance

• Strong leadership and team management
• Problem solving and analytical skills
• Effective communication with cross-functional teams
• Ability to work under production pressure
• Strong organizational and documentation skills

• Equipment uptime and reliability
• Maintenance response time
• Automation system performance
• Compliance with GMP standards
• Successful completion of validation activities
• Team performance and development

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