Viswanathan K
Bio Process Pharma Production Manager
Hosur
Summary
Forward-thinking team leader skilled at operating departments efficiently to meet goals. Successful background matching employees with roles for maximum performance. Proactive and hardworking individual focused on continuous operational improvement.
Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Manager- Production Department
Bharat Biotech International Limited
10.2023 - 01.2026
- Maintaining and Handling the DSP Process Inactivated Chikungunya virus bulk.
- Developing the lab scale batch to production scale as per the TTD.
- Handling of Cation Ion-Exchange Chromatography.
- Equipment’s Used Filtration units like Micro Filtration and Ultra Filtration
- Handling of ion-exchange (K-Prime System) chromatography.
- Led production scheduling and workflow optimization, ensuring timely delivery of quality products.
- Implemented process improvements in production methods, enhancing efficiency and reducing waste.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address production challenges and maintain operational standards.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Assistant Manager
Biocon Biologics India Limited
01.2006 - 10.2023
- Wide experience in Automation to control process equipment’s& troubleshooting in the field operations
- Equipments Handled like westfalia separator,Microfiltration, Ultrafiltration,cell separator,30 KL Fermenter, crystallizer,freezedryer.
- Products handled enzymes,statins,insulin,glargine and Recombinant Trypsin.
- FDA, EMA, CDSCO and gMP Audit Faced
- Risk Assessment of operations & applications and securing the same
- Good knowledge of cGMP& Experience in US FDA approved facility
- Follow SOP and instructions to meet production targets for shift.
- Maintain good housekeeping throughout shift and ensure PPEs are used during handling of raw materials, process streams and finished products
- Provide real-time feedback to Managers regarding status of equipment or batch and stage.
- Fill up real-time data in documents.
- Handle manpower during shifts.
- Led cross-functional teams to optimize operational workflows, enhancing efficiency and productivity.
- Facilitated training sessions for new employees, improving onboarding processes and team integration.
- Implemented process improvement initiatives that streamlined daily operations and reduced turnaround times.
- Collaborated with management to develop strategic plans, aligning departmental goals with organizational objectives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology
M.G.R Arts & Science College
Hosur, Tamil Nadu06-2005
Master of Science - Biotechnology
Periyar University
Hosur, Tamil Nadu07-2014
Skills
DSP process management
Chromatography techniques
Cation exchange chromatography
Expert in TFF Area ( Microfiltration,Ultra filtration)
Production scheduling
Managing Production Target and Reducing Down Time
Managing Shop Floor Activity
Shift Man Power Planning, RM Planning and PM Planning
Deviation control, CAPA Implementation along with CFT co-ordination
Occupational Safety Management
Timeline
Assistant Manager- Production Department
Bharat Biotech International Limited
10.2023 - 01.2026
Assistant Manager
Biocon Biologics India Limited
01.2006 - 10.2023
Master of Science - Biotechnology
Periyar University
Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology
M.G.R Arts & Science College