FMCG — Kolkata, India
Position: Assistant Manager – CQA (Design & Delivery)
Location: Kolkata
Experience: 6–8 Years
Qualification: M.Sc./Master’s in Chemistry, M.Pharm, B.Tech./M.Tech. in Cosmetic Technology or relevant discipline
Industry: Cosmetics / Personal Care / FMCG / Pharmaceutical
We are looking for an experienced Assistant Manager – CQA (Design & Delivery) to support new product implementation, technology transfer, validation, scale-up and commercial readiness across manufacturing locations.
The role will involve close coordination with R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, Packaging, Engineering and cross-functional teams to ensure smooth implementation and timely launch of new products.
Coordinate project activities and pre-commercial readiness, including FDA, BOM, PTD, hardware and manufacturing unit readiness.
Support NPD, DTV, extension and CQA line-extension projects at in-house and third-party manufacturing units.
Drive technology transfer and product implementation activities across manufacturing sites.
Provide product technology training to manufacturing units and participate in validation batches, MPT, DTV, line and transit trials.
Conduct hardware gap assessments and product/packaging risk assessments and develop appropriate mitigation plans.
Prepare and review validation documents, conduct validation activities, compile reports and ensure timely closure of identified gaps.
Support batch failure troubleshooting, incident investigations and corrective/preventive actions.
Review CCFs and support deviation/exception assessment and escalation as per defined procedures.
Coordinate new product roll-outs across multiple in-house and third-party manufacturing locations.
Support development and implementation of defect classification standards for new products.
Track project milestones, deliverables, compliance and closure timelines.
Maintain project, validation and technical documentation in accordance with defined standards.
Leverage digital tools, data analytics and AI-based solutions for project tracking, troubleshooting and process improvement.
Strong knowledge of product technology and manufacturing processes for cosmetics, personal care or related products.
Good understanding of NPD implementation, technology transfer, scale-up and validation.
Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting and analytical skills.
Good project coordination and cross-functional stakeholder management skills.
Ability to manage technical documentation, validation reports and data analysis.
Understanding of quality systems, deviations, investigations and CAPA.
Good communication and presentation skills.
Exposure to digital tools, data analytics and AI applications will be an advantage.
6–8 years of relevant experience in Product Development, Technology Transfer, Manufacturing, Scale-up, Validation or CQA.
Experience in Pharmaceutical, Cosmetics, Personal Care or FMCG industries preferred.
Hands-on experience in NPD implementation, validation, scale-up and manufacturing troubleshooting will be highly preferred.
Experience working with in-house as well as third-party manufacturing units will be an added advantage.
Candidates with experience in Cosmetics/Personal Care/FMCG/Pharma product technology, technology transfer, NPD implementation, validation and manufacturing troubleshooting would be preferred.