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At Lina, we nurture a workplace where people feel valued, empowered, and connected. Beyond our commitment to excellence in pharmaceutical manufacturing, we prioritize professional growth, well-being, collaboration, and an inclusive team culture. Through engaging team initiatives, celebrations, and shared experiences, Life at Lina is built on purpose, support, and collective success, creating an environment where individuals grow, contribute meaningfully, and thrive together.
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Assisting Manager - production
Colombo | Full-time
Production
This role is responsible for leading day-to-day manufacturing operations within an assigned production block, ensuring compliance with GMP standards, quality requirements, and production schedules. The position oversees production teams, drives operational KPIs such as OEE, changeover efficiency, and manufacturing plan adherence, while ensuring smooth execution of production activities. The role also involves reviewing Batch Manufacturing Records (BMRs), managing deviations and CAPAs, coordinating with QA, Engineering, and Warehouse teams, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. The incumbent will be responsible for workforce management, maintaining operational excellence, and contributing to the achievement of departmental objectives while reporting directly to the Manager - Production.
- Bachelor’s degree in pharmacy, Chemistry, Engineering, or a related discipline
- 5–7 years of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, including 2–3 years in a supervisory role
- Strong knowledge of GMP, BMRs, deviations, and CAPA management
- Good understanding of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma principles, OEE, Kaizen, and continuous improvement practices
- Proficiency in SAP B1, Microsoft Excel, and other relevant systems
- Excellent communication skills in both English and Sinhala/Tamil
- Ability to work independently and drive continuous improvement initiatives
Executive - quality control
Colombo | Full-time
Production
The candidate is responsible for conducting chemical and physical analysis of raw materials, packing materials, and finished products in compliance with GMP, GLP, and regulatory standards. Key responsibilities include supervising and conducting analysis, operating and maintaining laboratory instruments (HPLC, GC, UV), ensuring accurate and timely documentation, escalating OOS/OOT results, supporting root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA), managing sample receipt and retention, preparing and reviewing SOPs/STPs/WIs, and compiling technical reports.
- Graduate in Science, with Chemistry as the major subject
- Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in a pharmaceutical quality control (chemical) laboratory with exposure to HPLC, GC, and UV instrument handling
- Internal Auditing qualification (especially ISO 17025) will be an added advantage
- Willingness and flexibility to work night shifts
internship - r & D department
Colombo | Full-time
Production
Our internship program is designed to offer undergraduate students the chance to gain hands-on experience with our R&D team. The selected candidate will align with site expectations and processes, gaining exposure to various R&D functions, including Formulation development, Analytical method development, Scale Up process, Validations, and the preparation and review of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Additionally, the intern will have the opportunity to collaborate with new R&D projects.
- B Pharm, BSc Chemistry, MSc, in Chemistry or related degree or ICHEM
- Good competency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Effective written and verbal communication abilities
intern - procurement
Colombo | Full-time
Supply Chain
Our internship program provides undergraduate students with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in procurement operations. The selected candidate will support sourcing activities, purchase requisition and order processing, and vendor management while aligning with company standards and procedures. The intern will also gain exposure to supplier evaluation, contract documentation and compliance tracking. Additionally, they will contribute to report preparation and data analysis related to procurement activities, offering valuable insight into end-to-end purchasing processes.
- Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related field
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Basic understanding of procurement processes or supply chain management
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; knowledge of ERP systems is an advantage
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
machine operator
Colombo | Full-time
Production
The selected candidate will operate and supervise pharmaceutical manufacturing machinery in compliance with GMP and SOPs. Key responsibilities include ensuring smooth production, resolving equipment issues, maintaining accurate documentation, and supporting compliance. The ideal candidate will also train junior staff, monitor in-process quality, and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.
- 1 – 2 years of hands-on experience in operating, setting up, and troubleshooting in pharmaceutical manufacturing machinery
- Technical training or certification in machinery will be considered a plus
- Basic proficiency in reading and writing in English
senior executive - production
Colombo | Full-time
Production
The selected candidate will be responsible in managing daily production activities while ensuring adherence to GMP, quality, and EHS standards. They will be accountable for achieving key production KPIs (OEE, yield, rejection %, CAPA closure) and driving continuous improvement through Lean, Kaizen, and 5S practices. The role also requires accurate production documentation and close collaboration with Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain teams to ensure seamless operations.
- Bachelor’s degree in Science or Pharma
- Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience in a GMP-regulated environment
- Strong leadership, planning, and problem-solving abilities
- Proficient in production documentation and compliance processes
- Exposure to Lean tools, CAPA management, and digital systems
- Results-oriented, punctual, and committed to excellence in operations and quality
- Effective communicator with the ability to build a positive and collaborative work environment
Assisting Manager - production
Colombo | Full-time
Production
This role is responsible for leading day-to-day manufacturing operations within an assigned production block, ensuring compliance with GMP standards, quality requirements, and production schedules. The position oversees production teams, drives operational KPIs such as OEE, changeover efficiency, and manufacturing plan adherence, while ensuring smooth execution of production activities. The role also involves reviewing Batch Manufacturing Records (BMRs), managing deviations and CAPAs, coordinating with QA, Engineering, and Warehouse teams, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. The incumbent will be responsible for workforce management, maintaining operational excellence, and contributing to the achievement of departmental objectives while reporting directly to the Manager - Production.
- Bachelor’s degree in pharmacy, Chemistry, Engineering, or a related discipline
- 5–7 years of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, including 2–3 years in a supervisory role
- Strong knowledge of GMP, BMRs, deviations, and CAPA management
- Good understanding of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma principles, OEE, Kaizen, and continuous improvement practices
- Proficiency in SAP B1, Microsoft Excel, and other relevant systems
- Excellent communication skills in both English and Sinhala/Tamil
- Ability to work independently and drive continuous improvement initiatives
Executive - quality control
Colombo | Full-time
Production
The candidate is responsible for conducting chemical and physical analysis of raw materials, packing materials, and finished products in compliance with GMP, GLP, and regulatory standards. Key responsibilities include supervising and conducting analysis, operating and maintaining laboratory instruments (HPLC, GC, UV), ensuring accurate and timely documentation, escalating OOS/OOT results, supporting root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA), managing sample receipt and retention, preparing and reviewing SOPs/STPs/WIs, and compiling technical reports.
- Graduate in Science, with Chemistry as the major subject
- Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in a pharmaceutical quality control (chemical) laboratory with exposure to HPLC, GC, and UV instrument handling
- Internal Auditing qualification (especially ISO 17025) will be an added advantage
- Willingness and flexibility to work night shifts
internship - r & D department
Colombo | Full-time
Production
Our internship program is designed to offer undergraduate students the chance to gain hands-on experience with our R&D team. The selected candidate will align with site expectations and processes, gaining exposure to various R&D functions, including Formulation development, Analytical method development, Scale Up process, Validations, and the preparation and review of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Additionally, the intern will have the opportunity to collaborate with new R&D projects.
- B Pharm, BSc Chemistry, MSc, in Chemistry or related degree or ICHEM
- Good competency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Effective written and verbal communication abilities
machine operator
Colombo | Full-time
Production
The selected candidate will operate and supervise pharmaceutical manufacturing machinery in compliance with GMP and SOPs. Key responsibilities include ensuring smooth production, resolving equipment issues, maintaining accurate documentation, and supporting compliance. The ideal candidate will also train junior staff, monitor in-process quality, and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.
- 1 – 2 years of hands-on experience in operating, setting up, and troubleshooting in pharmaceutical manufacturing machinery
- Technical training or certification in machinery will be considered a plus
- Basic proficiency in reading and writing in English
senior executive - production
Colombo | Full-time
Production
The selected candidate will be responsible in managing daily production activities while ensuring adherence to GMP, quality, and EHS standards. They will be accountable for achieving key production KPIs (OEE, yield, rejection %, CAPA closure) and driving continuous improvement through Lean, Kaizen, and 5S practices. The role also requires accurate production documentation and close collaboration with Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain teams to ensure seamless operations.
- Bachelor’s degree in Science or Pharma
- Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience in a GMP-regulated environment
- Strong leadership, planning, and problem-solving abilities
- Proficient in production documentation and compliance processes
- Exposure to Lean tools, CAPA management, and digital systems
- Results-oriented, punctual, and committed to excellence in operations and quality
- Effective communicator with the ability to build a positive and collaborative work environment
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intern - Procurement
Colombo | Full-time
Supply Chain
Our internship program provides undergraduate students with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in procurement operations. The selected candidate will support sourcing activities, purchase requisition and order processing, and vendor management while aligning with company standards and procedures. The intern will also gain exposure to supplier evaluation, contract documentation and compliance tracking. Additionally, they will contribute to report preparation and data analysis related to procurement activities, offering valuable insight into end-to-end purchasing processes.
- Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related field
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Basic understanding of procurement processes or supply chain management
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; knowledge of ERP systems is an advantage
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team