Hikal Limited, a leading Indian life sciences company established in 1988, is hiring Quality Control (Officer/Executive) and Utility (Executive) professionals for its USFDA-approved API manufacturing facility in Panoli, Gujarat.
Known for its expertise in active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), intermediates, and custom manufacturing, Hikal serves global pharmaceutical, biotech, and agrochemical industries. Join a Responsible Care®-certified company with a culture of innovation and excellence!
About Hikal Ltd.
Headquartered in Navi Mumbai, Hikal operates five manufacturing facilities in India (Taloja, Mahad, Panoli, Jigani, and Pune R&D center) and employs over 2,000 professionals. With certifications from USFDA, EU-GMP, and WHO-GMP, Hikal is a trusted partner in regulated markets.
Rated 3.3/5 on AmbitionBox for job security (3.5/5), employees value learning opportunities (3.7/5) but note challenges with work-life balance (3.2/5) due to rotational shifts and demanding targets. Salaries for executives range from ₹4.1–8.3L annually, with a 3-month notice period for most roles.
Open Positions at Panoli Facility
Hikal is recruiting for Quality Control and Utility roles with 2–7 years of pharmaceutical experience at its Panoli, Gujarat, API plant. Below are the details.
Quality Control – Officer / Executive
- Qualification: B.Sc / M.Sc (Chemistry)
- Experience: 2–7 years in API quality control
- Designation: Officer / Executive
- Work Location: Panoli, Bharuch, Gujarat
- Job Description:
- Perform analysis using HPLC, GC, and wet chemistry techniques
- Conduct method validation and verification as per ICH guidelines
- Ensure compliance with cGMP, GLP, and regulatory standards
- Prepare and review analytical reports and documentation
- Required Skills:
- Expertise in HPLC (e.g., Shimadzu Lab Solutions) and GC operations
- Proficiency in method validation/verification
- Experience with Empower software (preferred, not mandatory)
- Knowledge of QMS, SOPs, and regulatory audits (USFDA, EU-GMP)
- Vacancies: Multiple
- Note: General shift (9 AM–6 PM) with occasional flexibility for testing schedules. Only pharmaceutical background candidates eligible.
Utility – Executive
- Qualification: B.E (Mechanical)
- Experience: 5–7 years in pharmaceutical utility operations
- Designation: Executive
- Work Location: Panoli, Bharuch, Gujarat
- Job Description:
- Operate and maintain utility equipment (air compressors, nitrogen plants, brine/chilled water compressors, cooling towers, water systems)
- Prepare and execute equipment qualification protocols with documentation
- Ensure compliance with cGMP and safety standards
- Troubleshoot and coordinate maintenance activities
- Required Skills:
- Hands-on experience with utility equipment in pharma plants
- Knowledge of equipment qualification and cGMP documentation
- Strong troubleshooting and coordination skills
- Familiarity with regulatory audits (USFDA, EU-GMP)
- Vacancies: Limited (likely 1–2)
- Note: Rotational shifts may apply; only pharmaceutical background candidates eligible.
Application Details
- How to Apply: Email your resume to helly.amreliya@hikal.com and hr.panoli@hikal.com with the subject “Application for [Position Name] – Panoli – June 2025.”
- Contact: Not specified; use email for queries
- Website: www.hikal.com
- Application Deadline: Not specified; apply by June 18, 2025, for priority
Documents Required:
- Updated resume with passport-sized photograph
- Copies of educational certificates (B.Sc/M.Sc/B.E)
- Aadhaar Card and PAN Card
- Last 3 months’ payslips and latest increment letter
- Experience certificates or relieving letters
- Note: Only candidates with pharmaceutical experience are eligible.
Why Join Hikal Ltd.?
Hikal offers a platform to work in a USFDA-approved API facility with advanced technologies and global exposure. Employees benefit from:
- Skill Development: Hands-on experience with HPLC, Empower software, and utility systems (3.7/5)
- Global Reach: Serve clients in 50+ countries across pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals
- Benefits: Free transport, meals, and accommodation for some roles; decent compensation (avg. ₹4.1–6L for QC officers)
- Culture: Team-oriented with events like Hikal Premier League However, long hours (12–15 hours occasionally) and strict targets may impact work-life balance (3.2/5). Some reviews highlight slow career growth and deductions from CTC (e.g., PF, bonus).
Why Panoli, Gujarat?
Panoli’s GIDC is a pharmaceutical and chemical hub, hosting Hikal’s API plant. Located 20 km from Bharuch, it offers industrial vibrancy but limited amenities, requiring personal transport for commuting. Living costs are moderate, supporting a stable lifestyle for pharma professionals.
Important Notes
- Eligibility: Only candidates with 2–7 years of pharmaceutical experience (API preferred). B.Sc/M.Sc for QC; B.E Mechanical for Utility.
- Shifts: QC roles are general shift; Utility may involve rotational shifts.
- Disclaimer: Hikal Ltd. does not charge fees for job applications. Use only official contacts helly.amreliya@hikal.com and hr.panoli@hikal.com. Beware of fraudulent offers.
- Note: Candidates interviewed in the last 6 months are not eligible. Expect technical interviews on HPLC troubleshooting, method validation, or utility equipment operations.
Don’t miss this opportunity to join Hikal Ltd.! Email your resume to helly.amreliya@hikal.com and hr.panoli@hikal.com by June 18, 2025, and advance your career in API manufacturing in Panoli!
