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Hi, I’m

Rupchand Pitekar

QC Analyst
Ahmedabad,GJ
Rupchand Pitekar

Summary

I am seeking a position in Quality Control where I can leverage my extensive analytical 7.5 years’ experience in the pharmaceutical industry. I aim for a career that continuously challenges and nourishes my intelligence, sharpens my professional skills, and allows me to contribute to innovative decision-making processes.

Overview

8
years of professional experience

Work History

Intas Pharmaceutical Ltd
Ahmedabad

Senior Officer
05.2023 - 11.2024

Job overview

  • Perform activities related to Finished Product and In-process Samples, including Assay analysis for at least 6 batches, Content Uniformity 2 to 3 and Blend Uniformity testing for 2 to 3 batches, as required.
  • Ensure availability of necessary analytical resources such as chemicals, reagents, and standards for routine analysis.
  • Inform the department head or section head of any abnormalities and daily activities promptly.
  • Follow Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) in all assigned tasks.
  • Participate and coordinate with investigators and senior staff to investigate all lab incidents, including Out-of-Trend (OOT) and Out-of-Specification (OOS) cases.

Centaur Pharmaceutical PVT LTD
Pune

Senior Officer
09.2022 - 04.2023

Job overview

  • Conduct analysis for 3–5 Hold Time Study samples, 4–6 Process Optimization Batches, 5–8 In-process samples, and 2–4 Validation samples per week, depending on project requirements.
  • Ensure the availability of analytical resources, including a minimum stock of essential chemicals, key reagents, and certified standards required for routine analysis.
  • Report all abnormalities and provide daily updates of activities to the department head or section head.
  • Maintain compliance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) during all analysis and documentation activities.
  • Participate and coordinate with investigators and senior staff to address lab incidents, OOT, or OOS cases.

Zydus Lifesciences Ltd
Ahmedabad

Executive
09.2019 - 09.2022

Job overview

  • Conduct routine activities as per the planned schedule under the guidance of the section head.
  • Maintain sufficient stock of analytical resources, including chemicals, reagents, and standards, ensuring uninterrupted routine analysis.
  • Promptly communicate any abnormalities and daily updates to the department head or section head.
  • Organize and execute activities based on production priorities, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Consistently adhere to Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) in all operations.
  • Actively participate in and support investigations of laboratory incidents and OOS cases in collaboration with investigators and senior staff.

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Dadra And Nagar Haveli

Officer
08.2018 - 08.2019

Job overview

  • Perform routine activities as per the plan, in close consultation with the respective section head, ensuring that all tasks are aligned with the production and quality control requirements.
  • Ensure continuous availability of essential analytical resources, such as chemicals, reagents, and standards, to support uninterrupted routine analysis.

  • Promptly inform the department head or section head of any abnormalities or significant changes in day-to-day activities, ensuring effective communication.
  • Perform analysis using HPLC, UV-Spectrophotometer, and Dissolution apparatus for a range of samples according to the testing schedule and requirements.
  • Strictly adhere to Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) in all activities to maintain the integrity and accuracy of the results.
  • Actively participate and coordinate with investigators and senior staff to thoroughly investigate lab incidents and any Out-of-Specification (OOS) results, ensuring timely resolution.

Ajanta Pharma Ltd
Dahej

Jr. Officer
04.2017 - 08.2018

Job overview

  • Create a comprehensive list of required resources for projects related to method validation and method transfer, ensuring alignment with project requirements as discussed with superiors.
  • Perform analysis as per project requirements and generate detailed analysis reports, ensuring clarity and accuracy of data.
  • Inform superiors immediately about any incidents and prepare annexures for documentation and investigation.
  • Uphold laboratory ethics and maintain the integrity of data during all documentation processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Actively participate in and collaborate with senior staff to investigate lab incidents and Out-of-Specification (OOS) results, ensuring thorough and timely resolution.

Education

University of Pune
Satral

Master of Science from Analytical Chemistry
07-2016

University Overview

Marks: 58%

University of Pune
Kolhar

Bachelor of Science from Chemistry
06-2014

University Overview

Marks:60%

University of Pune
Pathare BK

Associate of Science from General Studies
03-2011

University Overview

Marks:58%

University of Pune
Tambhere

SSC from Gender Studies
03-2009

University Overview

Marks:71%

Skills

Analytical Techniques:

1 HPLC

2 UV-VIS spectrophotometer

3 Dissolution test apparatus

4 Critical Analysis of samples

Software Proficiency:

1 Empower

2 Chromeleon 72

3 LC Solution

4 Open Lab

5 Caliber LIMS

6 Microsoft Office Suite

Quality Management:

Basic knowledge of:

1 CAPA

2 Deviation

3 Change Control

Other Skills:

1 Teamwork

2 Critical thinking

3 Time management

4 Team management

Languages

Marathi
First Language
Hindi
Advanced
C1
English
Elementary
A2

Timeline

Senior Officer
Intas Pharmaceutical Ltd
05.2023 - 11.2024
Senior Officer
Centaur Pharmaceutical PVT LTD
09.2022 - 04.2023
Executive
Zydus Lifesciences Ltd
09.2019 - 09.2022
Officer
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
08.2018 - 08.2019
Jr. Officer
Ajanta Pharma Ltd
04.2017 - 08.2018
University of Pune
Master of Science from Analytical Chemistry
University of Pune
Bachelor of Science from Chemistry
University of Pune
Associate of Science from General Studies
University of Pune
SSC from Gender Studies
Rupchand PitekarQC Analyst