Centaur Pharmaceuticals is a top-tier Indian multinational pharmaceutical company with a legacy spanning over four decades. Headquartered in Mumbai, Centaur is a fully integrated player with core competencies across the entire value chain—from high-end API manufacturing to Research & Development and Finished Dosage Formulations (FDF).
The Hinjewadi facility in Pune is a crown jewel of the organization. This 25,000-square-meter state-of-the-art plant is USFDA, MHRA (UK), TGA (Australia), and Health Canada approved, specializing in high-capacity Oral Solid Dosage (OSD) manufacturing. Centaur is globally recognized as a leader in Psychotropic APIs and is the manufacturer of Sinarest, India’s No. 1 anti-cold brand. Joining the Centaur team means contributing to a firm that serves over 120 countries and maintains a reputation for unwavering quality and regulatory excellence.
Walk-In Interview: Sunday, 1st February 2026
Centaur Pharmaceuticals is scaling its operations and inviting talented professionals to be part of its growth story in Pune.
Event Logistics
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Date: 01 February 2026 (Sunday)
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Time: 08:30 AM to 04:00 PM
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Venue: Centaur Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd., Plot No. 4, International Biotech Park, Hinjewadi Phase II, Pune – 411057, Maharashtra.
Open Positions & Department Details
1. Quality Control (QC)
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Roles: Officer to Assistant Manager (Section Head)
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Experience: 4 to 16 Years
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Qualification: B.Pharm / M.Pharm / M.Sc
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Key Focus: Stability testing, Raw Material (RM), Finished Product (FP), AMV/AMT, and Microbiology. Proficiency in GLP and QMS is highly valued.
2. Quality Assurance (QA)
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Roles: Executive to Deputy Manager
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Experience: 4 to 15 Years
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Qualification: B.Pharm / M.Pharm / M.Sc
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Key Focus: IPQA, Validation, AQA, and QMS management in an OSD setup.
3. Production (OSD)
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Role: Trainee Operator (Freshers Only)
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Qualification: B.Sc / D.Pharm / ITI
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Skill Focus: Granulation, Compression, Coating, and Packing operations.
4. Engineering
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Role: Officer / Executive
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Experience: 5 to 8 Years
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Qualification: B.E / DME
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Key Focus: Maintenance of OSD process equipment and technical training coordination.
Why Build Your Career at Centaur Pharmaceuticals?
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Global Accreditation: Gain invaluable experience in a facility that has cleared audits from the world’s most stringent regulators like the USFDA and MHRA.
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Specialty Leader: Work with a company that pioneered several psychotropic APIs in India and dominates the domestic respiratory segment.
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Stability & Growth: With a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of over 22% reported in 2025, Centaur offers a stable platform for long-term career advancement.
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Innovation Hub: Be part of a culture that introduced Woxheal, a global breakthrough for treating diabetic foot ulcers.
Authoritative Sources
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Corporate Website: Centaur Pharmaceuticals – About Us
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Facility Overview: Centaur Pune OSD Unit Details
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Financial Data: Centaur Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd. Company Profile
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Product Portfolio: Sinarest – Brand Legacy
How to Apply
Eligible candidates are invited to attend the walk-in with an Updated Resume and Passport-size Photograph.
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Unable to Attend? You can still apply by emailing your CV to: hrdesk_pune@centaur.co.in
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Mandatory: Exposure to USFDA/MHRA/EU regulated audits is mandatory for experienced Quality roles.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Are freshers eligible for any role? Yes, freshers with B.Sc, D.Pharm, or ITI qualifications are eligible specifically for the Trainee Operator role in the Production department.
Q2. Is previous OSD experience required? Yes, for all experienced roles in QC, QA, and Engineering, experience in an Oral Solid Dosage (OSD) manufacturing environment is highly preferred.
Q3. What documents should I carry? Please carry your updated CV, original academic certificates for verification, and a passport-size photograph.