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Join Shodhana Laboratories Pvt. Ltd., a WHO-GMP, ISO 9001-2008, and ISO 14000:2004 certified pharmaceutical company in Hyderabad, renowned for manufacturing Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) and intermediates. We’re hiring for roles in Production, Quality Assurance (QA), Quality Control (QC), and Maintenance at our USFDA-approved facility in IDA Jeedimetla, Hyderabad, offering opportunities to contribute to high-quality healthcare solutions.
Job Opportunities at Shodhana Laboratories
We’re seeking passionate candidates for multiple roles at our state-of-the-art facility in IDA Jeedimetla, a hub for API manufacturing audited by KFDA (Korea), COFEPRIS (Mexico), and TGA (Australia). Immediate joiners with API industry experience are preferred.
1. Maintenance – Engineer
- Number of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: B.Tech (Mechanical Engineering)
- Experience: 15+ years in API manufacturing
Job Skills Required:
- Expertise in maintenance of API plant equipment (reactors, centrifuges, pumps, HVAC)
- Knowledge of preventive and breakdown maintenance
- Familiarity with CGMP and safety standards
- Experience in equipment qualification per USP-NF ⟨1058⟩
- Skills in troubleshooting and spare parts management
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee maintenance of GMP-compliant equipment
- Plan and execute preventive maintenance schedules
- Ensure minimal downtime through effective troubleshooting
- Maintain documentation for audits
- Coordinate with vendors for equipment servicing
2. Production (API) – Chemist/Executive
- Number of Vacancies: 15
- Qualification: B.Sc., M.Sc. (Chemistry), B.Pharm, M.Pharm
- Experience: 1-5 years in API production
Job Skills Required:
- Hands-on experience with Glass-Lined Reactors (GLR), Stainless Steel Reactors (SSR), centrifuges, driers, blenders, shifters, and millers
- Proficiency in batch manufacturing and online documentation
- Knowledge of CGMP and Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
- Awareness of regulatory requirements
- Ability to review production records and handle product changeovers
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate and monitor API production equipment
- Execute batch processes and ensure quality compliance
- Perform line clearance and equipment cleaning
- Document batch records and support QMS activities
- Assist in USFDA audit preparations
3. Quality Control (QC) – Chemist/Executive
- Number of Vacancies: 6
- Qualification: B.Sc., M.Sc. (Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry), B.Pharm, M.Pharm
- Experience: 5-10 years in API quality control
Job Skills Required:
- Expertise in analytical instruments: Gas Chromatography (GC), High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), wet chemistry
- Familiarity with instrumentation software (e.g., Empower, Chromeleon)
- Knowledge of GLP and ICH Q3 guidelines
- Experience in testing raw materials, intermediates, and APIs
- Ability to perform stability studies and method validation
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct analytical testing of APIs and intermediates using HPLC and GC
- Perform wet chemistry and stability testing
- Calibrate instruments and maintain GLP-compliant records
- Investigate OOS and OOT results
- Support USFDA audits with analytical data
4. Quality Assurance (QA) – Executive
- Number of Vacancies: 5
- Qualification: B.Sc., M.Sc. (Chemistry), B.Pharm, M.Pharm
- Experience: 5-10 years in API quality assurance
Job Skills Required:
- Expertise in Quality Management Systems : deviations, CAPA, change controls
- Knowledge of Regulatory Affairs (RA) for DMF submissions
- Familiarity with CGMP, ICH Q7, and USFDA guidelines
- Experience in IPQA and batch record review
- Strong documentation and audit preparation skills
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage QMS activities and ensure compliance
- Conduct IPQA checks during API production
- Review batch records and validate processes
- Prepare documentation for USFDA and EUGMP audits
- Support RA activities for global regulatory submissions
Qualifications and Experience
| Department | Vacancies | Qualification | Experience | Key Skills |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maintenance | 1 | B.Tech (Mechanical) | 15+ years | API equipment maintenance, GMP, troubleshooting |
| Production (API) | 15 | B.Sc., M.Sc., B.Pharm, M.Pharm | 1-5 years | GLR/SSR handling, GMP, documentation |
| Quality Control | 6 | B.Sc., M.Sc., B.Pharm, M.Pharm | 5-10 years | HPLC/GC, GLP, method validation |
| Quality Assurance | 5 | B.Sc., M.Sc., B.Pharm, M.Pharm | 5-10 years | QMS, RA, IPQA, audit preparation |
Why Join Shodhana Laboratories?
Founded in 2000 by Dr. Giridhar Thota, Shodhana Laboratories is a dynamic API manufacturer based in Hyderabad, with a turnover of ₹100-500 crore and 100+ employees. Our Jeedimetla facility, compliant with ICH and CGMP, serves global markets with APIs like Carvedilol and intermediates. Rated 3.8/5 for job security on AmbitionBox, we offer a supportive work environment despite challenges in career growth (2.9/5).
Key Benefits
- Work in a USFDA-approved, world-class API facility
- Gain hands-on experience in API manufacturing and quality systems
- Collaborate with a dynamic team in Hyderabad’s pharma hub
- Contribute to global healthcare with high-quality APIs
- Access opportunities in a company audited by KFDA, COFEPRIS, and TGA
How to Apply
Interested candidates should:
- Email updated CV to hrjdm@shodhana.com with subject “Application for [Department] – Jeedimetla”
- Include educational certificates (B.Tech, B.Sc., M.Sc., B.Pharm, M.Pharm), experience letters, and ID proof (Aadhar, PAN)
- Contact +91 8977766951 for queries
- Be prepared to discuss:
- Maintenance: Equipment maintenance and GMP experience
- Production: API process equipment and documentation
- QC: HPLC/GC operation and validation
- QA: QMS and regulatory audits
- Note: Shodhana Laboratories does not charge fees or request sensitive information during recruitment. Verify communications via official @shodhana.com emails.
About Shodhana Laboratories
Established in 2000, Shodhana Laboratories is a Hyderabad-based leader in API and intermediate manufacturing, with a world-class R&D lab and advanced production facilities. Audited by global regulators, we supply critical APIs to leading pharmaceutical brands, with a focus on quality and customer satisfaction. Our Jeedimetla plant is a cornerstone of our operations, driving innovation in Hyderabad’s pharma hub.
Our Mission
- Deliver high-quality APIs and intermediates globally
- Uphold CGMP and technical excellence
- Foster a collaborative, innovation-driven workplace
Apply by emailing hrjdm@shodhana.com or contacting +91 8977766951 to join Shodhana Laboratories in Hyderabad. Contribute to pharmaceutical excellence at our IDA Jeedimetla facility! Visit www.shodhana.com for more details.