GOPALKRISHNA MORTO DHARGALKAR
Goa
Summary
Performance-driven pharmaceutical professional with 20+ years of experience in production, planning, and operations within regulated environments. Skilled in OSD and sterile manufacturing, production scheduling, capacity utilization, and inventory alignment. Strong collaborator with supply chain, QA, and commercial teams to ensure demand-based planning and efficient resource deployment. Proficient in SAP, BMR/SOP documentation, and GMP compliance. Focused on driving operational excellence, high service levels, and continuous improvement across the supply network.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager Pharmaceuticals Division
Simchem-Cipla
NORTH GOA
02.2025 - Current
- Ensure adherence to company safety rules and GMP compliance in the manufacturing area.
- Execute production planning, inventory control, and timely delivery from manufacturing to packing.
- Allocate daily tasks to supervisors and workmen for smooth operations.
- Achieve daily/weekly/monthly manufacturing and packaging targets.
- Coordinate weekly production schedules and shift planning with the team.
- Maintain and control GMP documents, logbooks, BMRs, and BPRs with error-free, timely submissions to QA.
Pharmaceutical Division Head
Aban
abu dhabi
01.2024 - 02.2025
- Led global pharmaceutical greenfield projects, establishing strategic partnerships with international manufacturers.
Oversaw third-party medicine supply operations from India to GCC markets.
Reported directly to Mr. Nafil Al Mansoori, CEO of ABAN in Abu Dhabi.
Production Manager
ADCAN & Medisal Pharmaceuticals
Abu Dhabi
12.2018 - 12.2024
- Managed OSD production and sterile value stream across granulation, compression, coating, and packaging.
- Ensured compliance with GMP, WHO, USFDA, EU-GMP, and MHRA standards.
- Analyzed cost variances (PPV, PUV) and implemented process improvements.
- Monitored CAPEX and supported strategic investment planning.
- Coordinated closely with QA, supply chain, and engineering for end-to-end operational alignment.
- Managed training, documentation, and audit preparedness across both sterile and OSD plants.
- Proficient in interpreting and executing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Batch Manufacturing Records (BMRs) in alignment with regulatory requirements.
Sr. Manager - Operations
Neopharma
Abu Dhabi
12.2005 - 12.2018
- Oversaw production processes for tablets, soft gels, ointments, creams, and powders.
- Maintained yield at 99.5% while aligning planning with inventory and finance objectives.
- Tracked key performance indicators and facilitated ad-hoc production scenario analyses.
- Ensured compliance with manufacturing standards while upholding cost-efficiency and documentation accuracy.
- Mentored staff in SOP, GMP, and quality training initiatives to enhance operational competency.
- Demonstrated familiarity with regulatory requirements in core markets, including USFDA and MOHAP.
- Supervised Class-B aseptic operations, ensuring adherence to cGMP and cleanroom protocols.
- Supported CIP/SIP protocols and collaborated with QA/Engineering for equipment sterilization.
Department Head
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Goa
10.2001 - 11.2005
- Delivered USFDA/TGA/ANVISA-audit cleared production for regulated markets.
- Supported CAPEX planning, documentation, and in-process checks.
- Led team training in GMP, SOP adherence, and deviation management.
Education
Bachelor of Pharmacy -
Goa University
MBA - Pharmaceutical Management
Skills
- GMP compliance
- Production planning
- Inventory control
- Supply chain management
- Standard operating procedures
- Cost analysis
Timeline
Operations Manager Pharmaceuticals Division
Simchem-Cipla
02.2025 - Current
Pharmaceutical Division Head
Aban
01.2024 - 02.2025
Production Manager
ADCAN & Medisal Pharmaceuticals
12.2018 - 12.2024
Sr. Manager - Operations
Neopharma
12.2005 - 12.2018
Department Head
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd
10.2001 - 11.2005
Bachelor of Pharmacy -
Goa University