Process Excellence Champion

By clicking the Apply button, I understand that my employment application process with Takeda will commence and that the information I provide in my application will be processed in line with Takedas Privacy Notice and Terms of Use. I further attest that all information I submit in my employment application is true to the best of my knowledge. Job DescriptionAre you passionate about transforming complex manufacturing processes into smarter, faster, and more sustainable operations Join us to lead process excellence, digital-twin development, and high-impact manufacturing projectshelping build the Factory of the Future through innovation, simulation, and data-driven decision-making. Here is exciting job opportunity for you ! Zydus Takeda Healthcare Pvt. Ltd. is a strategic joint venture between Zydus Healthcare Ltd., a leading Indian pharmaceutical company with a global presence, and Takeda Pharmaceuticals, Japans largest pharmaceutical company with operations worldwide. Combining strong local expertise with global innovation, the company is committed to delivering high-quality healthcare solutions and improving patient lives. We are located at Navi Mumbai location. Position - Process Excellence Champion Education B.E / B.Tech Chemical Engineering or related discipline preferred from TIER 1 Engineering College Experience Minimum 2-3 years with Pharma Industry, desired. Job Description Co-Lead Process Excellence Activities Develop process models for all current and upcoming products at site using Intelligen SuperPro & SchedulePro softwareImprove process flow through:De-bottleneckingCycle time reductionConstraint analysis of resources and equipmentDevelop Digital Twin models (using gPROMS, etc.) for critical manufacturing stepsDrive sustainability and build capabilities on relevant tools/software like SuperPro & SchedulePro (for process modelling and simulation), gPROMS (for Digital Twin), etc. as per requirementSupport and actively participate in Business Process of the Future and Factory of the Future Design Sprints as per established roadmapProject Leadership and Execution Lead cross-functional project teams in the planning, design and execution of key manufacturing projects, including process improvement initiatives, NPI (New Product Introduction), and site expansion; partner with site engineering in the execution of capital projectsEnsure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget by actively managing project timelines, resources, budget and riskDevelop detailed project plans, including clear milestones, timelines, resource allocation, risk mitigation strategies and contingency plansOversee the execution of multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring proper resource allocation, quality control and adherence to regulatory requirementsInteraction Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholdersExtensive shop floor interaction required to understand the manufacturing processes for modelling, simulation and digital twinsSafety, Compliance & Risk Management Align initiatives and integrate with safety, quality, and regulatory requirementsUse a data-driven approach to improve compliance profile and integrate safety into process improvementKey Deliverables Process Flow Diagram / Model for all current and upcoming products at Vashi SiteSuperPro & SchedulePro Simulation ModelsSchedulePro Analysis (batch scheduling, equipment utilization, resource allocation)Bottleneck and Cycle Time AnalysisScenario Comparison (current vs. optimized)Improvement RecommendationsDigital Twin models for critical manufacturing steps using gPROMSDigital roadmap for BE FunctionExpected Skills: Basic understanding of chemical/pharmaceutical manufacturing processes and fundamentals of chemical engineeringAbility to analyze process flow, cycle time, and resource utilizationFamiliarity or willingness to quickly learn and apply process simulation tools like SuperPro and ScheduleProFamiliarity or willingness to quickly learn and apply gPROMS for Digital TwinAnalytical thinking and problem-solving skillsProficiency in Excel and PowerPoint for data analysis and presentationSoft Skills Excellent communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills to work with cross-functional teamsSuperior analytical and problem-solving capabilitiesStakeholder analysis & stakeholder managementAbility to work as an individual contributor, being self-motivated and result-focusedStrong analytical, systems-thinking perspective and problem-solving skillsChange leadership: ability to foster mindset change, overcoming resistance and barriersEHS and Statutory Compliance Ensure environment protection by controlling Air / Water / Soil Pollution / Waste generation in Business Excellence functional activitiesEnsure effective implementation and continual improvement of EHS management system (ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018)LocationsMumbai, IndiaWorker TypeEmployeeWorker Sub-TypeRegularTime TypeFull time .