Group Leader - CDMO

JOB DESCRIPTION

Jubilant Bhartia Group
Jubilant Bhartia Group is a global conglomerate founded by Mr. Shyam S Bhartia and Mr. Hari S Bhartia with strong presence in diverse sectors like Pharmaceuticals, Contract Research and Development Services, Proprietary Novel Drugs, Life Science Ingredients, Agri Products, Performance Polymers, Food Service (QSR), Food, Auto, Consulting in Aerospace and Oilfield Services. Jubilant Bhartia Group has four flagships Companies- Jubilant Pharmova Limited, Jubilant Ingrevia Limited, Jubilant FoodWorks Limited and Jubilant Industries Limited. Currently the group has a global workforce of around 43,000 employees.

About Jubilant Ingrevia Limited
Jubilant Ingrevia is now a member of the elite Global Lighthouse Network (GLN) of the World Economic Forum (WEF)
Celebrating our Culture and People.
We are proud to be a Great Place to Work certified!
Jubilant Ingrevia history goes back to 1978 with the incorporation of VAM Organics Limited, which later became Jubilant Organosys and then Jubilant Life Sciences and now demerged to an independent entity as Jubilant Ingrevia Limited, which is listed in both the stock exchanges of India. Over the years, company has developed global capacities and leadership in chosen business segments.
Ingrevia is born out of a union of and lsquo;Ingredients' and and lsquo;Life' ( and lsquo;Vie' in French). Jubilant Ingrevia Limited is committed to offering high-quality and innovative life science ingredients to enrich all forms of life.
Jubilant Ingrevia, a global integrated Life Science products and Innovative Solutions provider serving, Pharmaceutical, Nutrition, Agrochemical, Consumer and Industrial customers with our customised products and solutions that are innovative, cost-effective and conforming to excellent quality standards.
Jubilant Ingrevia Limited offers a broad portfolio of high-quality ingredients that find application in a wide range of industries. Jubilant Ingrevia's portfolio also extends to custom development and manufacturing for pharmaceutical and agrochemical customers on an exclusive basis.
Our business is split across 3 business verticals, with global leadership across our key product lines.

Speciality Chemicals: The Specialty Chemical business of Jubilant Ingrevia manufactures Pyridine, Picolines and its forward integration derivatives, which finds application in agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, dyes, solvents, metal finishes, fine chemicals, semiconductors etc.
We have also launched new platform of Diketene and its value-added derivatives for multiple industry use. We are an established and lsquo;partner of choice' in CDMO, with more investment plans in GMP and Non-GMP multi-product facilities for Pharma, Agro and Semi-conductor customers.
Chemical Intermediates: The Chemical Intermediates business has acetic anhydride and value added anhydrides and aldehydes catering to various industries.
Nutrition and Health Solutions: The Nutrition and Heath Solutions business unit offers B3 and Picolinates (Chromium and Zinc) which are fully backward integrated. Our ingredients find application in animal nutrition, human nutrition, personal care, etc. We provide high-quality feed and food additives having application in poultry, dairy, aqua and pet food industry. In Human Nutrition and Health Solutions, we offer food ingredients and premix solutions to nutrition.
Jubilant Ingrevia Limited is supported by five state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in India. We practice world-class manufacturing processes in our day-to-day operations, assuring our customers with unmatched quality and timely delivery of products through innovations and cutting-edge technology. Transforming Manufacturing for Operational Excellence and Sustainability with and ldquo;zero tolerance to any non-compliance and rdquo; is the core focus of Jubilant Ingrevia Manufacturing.
We have 5 world-class manufacturing facilities i.e. One in UP at Gajraula, Two in Gujarat at Bharuch and Savli, Two in Maharashtra at Nira and Ambernath.
Environment Sustainability
The company is committed to environmental sustainability and supports green chemistry by prioritising the use of bio inputs in manufacturing. Jubilant is one of the world's largest producers of Acetaldehyde from the bio route.
Find out more about us at www.jubilantingrevia.com

The Position:

Organization: - Jubilant Ingrevia Limited
Designation and Level: - Team Lead - Semicon
Location: - Corporate - Greater Noida

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated scientist with deep expertise in synthetic chemistry, process development, scale-up, and commercialization of high-purity semiconductor chemicals. The role involves developing innovative molecules and processes for semiconductor applications, optimizing reactions from laboratory to commercial scale, ensuring ultra-trace metal impurity control at PPB levels, and supporting successful technology transfer to manufacturing.
The ideal candidate will possess strong hands-on laboratory skills, scale-up experience, a thorough understanding of semiconductor chemical requirements, and the ability to lead technical development programs from concept to commercialization.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Synthetic Chemistry and Product Development
and bull;; Develop and optimize synthetic routes for new and existing semiconductor chemical products.
and bull;; Explore and evaluate novel molecules and chemistries to create competitive advantages for customers and business growth.
and bull;; Develop products meeting stringent semiconductor industry specifications, including PPB-level metal impurity control.
and bull;; Design, execute, and troubleshoot synthetic experiments under cleanroom and controlled-environment conditions.
and bull;; Screen and optimize reaction parameters including:
o; Stoichiometry
o; Mixing efficiency
o; Heat transfer
o; Pressure control
o; Reaction kinetics
and bull;; Operate and troubleshoot laboratory and pilot-scale equipment independently.
and bull;; Recommend and implement advanced analytical and process equipment aligned with industry best practices.
and bull;; Review and approve technical documents including:
o; SOPs
o; COAs
o; Technical Packages
o; Sample Preparation Reports
o; Development Protocols
and bull;; Utilize analytical and characterization techniques for organic molecules and high-purity chemicals.
and bull;; Prepare comprehensive development reports and technical presentations for management reviews and technical forums.
2. Process Development, Scale-Up and Commercialization
and bull;; Translate laboratory processes into pilot and commercial-scale manufacturing processes.
and bull;; Develop process documentation including:
o; Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs)
o; Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P and IDs)
o; Mass Balance Calculations
o; Equipment Specifications
and bull;; Lead pilot plant campaigns and production trials.
and bull;; Ensure seamless technology transfer from R and D to manufacturing.
and bull;; Drive process optimization initiatives to improve yield, purity, throughput, and process robustness.
and bull;; Collaborate with production, quality, engineering, and EHS teams during commercialization activities.
3. Equipment and Experimental Setup Design
and bull;; Design and develop laboratory and pilot-scale experimental setups.
and bull;; Select appropriate materials of construction such as:
o; SS316
o; Hastelloy
o; PTFE
o; PFA
o; Quartz
and bull;; Evaluate equipment compatibility based on process chemistry and operating conditions.
and bull;; Troubleshoot process equipment issues related to:
o; Pumping efficiency
o; Line clogging
o; Temperature control
o; Dosing systems
o; Process instrumentation
4. Safety, Compliance and Risk Management
and bull;; Ensure strict adherence to laboratory safety practices and process safety requirements.
and bull;; Assess and mitigate risks associated with hazardous processes including:
o; Chlorination
o; Nitration
o; Oxidation
o; Phosphonation
o; Other exothermic and toxic reactions
and bull;; Conduct and support:
o; HAZOP Studies
o; HIRA Assessments
o; Thermal Hazard Screening
o; Process Safety Reviews
and bull;; Maintain compliance with organizational safety standards, SOPs, ELN documentation, and 5S methodologies.
and bull;; Support process intensification initiatives aimed at improving safety and operational efficiency.
5. Data Analysis, Documentation and Technical Communication
and bull;; Conduct reaction kinetics studies and process modelling.
and bull;; Analyze process data to improve reaction performance and scalability.
and bull;; Prepare and maintain:
o; Technical Reports
o; SOPs
o; Batch Manufacturing Records
o; Scale-Up Reports
o; Validation Documentation
and bull;; Present technical updates to internal stakeholders, leadership teams, customers, and external partners.
and bull;; Support customer interactions by providing scientific and technical expertise.

The Person:
Qualifications
Education
and bull;; M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry, Chemical Sciences, or related discipline
Experience
and bull;; 10+ years of hands-on experience in synthetic chemistry, process development, and scale-up.
and bull;; Demonstrated experience in transferring laboratory technologies to pilot and commercial manufacturing.
and bull;; Strong understanding of plant operations and process engineering principles.
and bull;; Prior experience in Semiconductor Chemicals R and D is highly preferred.
and bull;; Experience working in cleanroom environments and high-purity chemical production is desirable.
Required Technical Competencies
and bull;; Organic Synthesis
and bull;; Semiconductor Chemicals Development
and bull;; Ultra-High Purity Chemical Processing
and bull;; PPB-Level Metal Control
and bull;; Process Scale-Up and Technology Transfer
and bull;; PFD and P and ID Development
and bull;; Process Safety and Risk Assessment
and bull;; Pilot Plant Operations
and bull;; Process Troubleshooting
and bull;; Analytical Characterization Techniques
and bull;; Equipment Selection and Design
and bull;; Technical Documentation and Reporting

Key Behavioral Competencies
and bull;; Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
and bull;; Hands-on and execution-oriented mindset
and bull;; Excellent technical communication and presentation abilities
and bull;; Ability to work cross-functionally with R and D, Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and EHS teams
and bull;; Project management and prioritization capabilities
and bull;; Continuous improvement and innovation mindset
Jubilant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, colour, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, political affiliation, race, ethnicity, religion or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances.
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https://www.linkedin.com/company/jubilant-bhartia-group/