IPQA Associate, Quality Assurance

Job Title

IPQA Engineer (Quality Assurance)

Location

Rewari, India

Job Description Summary

We are seeking an IPQA Engineer to ensure in‑process quality assurance across manufacturing operations, ensuring products consistently meet defined quality, safety, and regulatory standards. This role acts as a critical quality gate within production, performing real‑time monitoring, line clearances, inspections, and documentation to support compliant and efficient manufacturing. Working closely with Manufacturing, Quality Control, EHS, and Engineering teams, the IPQA Engineer helps drive right‑first‑time execution and continuous improvement.

What You Will Get

• Hands‑on role within a GMP‑regulated manufacturing environment with direct impact on product quality and patient safety.
• Exposure to end‑to‑end manufacturing processes including Borsor, Printing, Inspection, and Packaging.
• Strong foundation in quality systems, SOP compliance, AQL standards, and data‑driven decision making.
• Cross‑functional collaboration with Manufacturing, Quality Control, Quality Assurance, and EHS teams.
• Opportunity to build a long‑term quality career within a structured, compliance‑focused organization.

What You Will Do

• Perform in‑process quality assurance activities across manufacturing stages in accordance with approved SOPs and GMP requirements.
• Execute line clearance activities at Borsor, Printing, and Inspection areas to ensure readiness for production.
• Inspect and verify physical, dimensional, and visual attributes of empty capsule shells at various stages including Production, Printing, and Inspection.
• Conduct AQL inspections and accurately record results in approved formats and systems.
• Perform PLF testing on retention samples and verify color, appearance, and conformity of capsules during production.
• Review batch‑related documentation and ensure real‑time, accurate, and compliant recording of observations.
• Support data‑based decisions to improve productivity while maintaining quality standards.

What We Are Looking For

• Diploma in Pharmacy (required); Degree in Science or Pharmacy preferred.
• Entry‑to‑mid level experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing or quality assurance preferred.
• Good understanding of GMP, SOPs, AQL standards, and in‑process inspection requirements.
• Ability to perform inspections, measurements, and documentation with high attention to detail.
• Strong discipline in following procedures and maintaining data integrity.
• Basic analytical and problem‑solving skills to support quality and productivity improvements.
• Effective communication skills to work with cross‑functional teams.

About Lonza

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.

Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment