AGM / DGM – Operations (Chemical Industry)

Job Description

Job Title: AGM / DGM – Operations (Chemical Industry) Location: Baddi, Himachal Pradesh Department: Operations Reporting To: Vice President / Director Salary Range: ₹12 – ₹15 LPA Qualification: B.Tech / B.Sc in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or equivalent Experience Required: 12 – 15 years in Chemical Manufacturing (preferably in Specialty or Performance Chemicals) Key Responsibilities: Manage and oversee day-to-day plant operations, including production planning, quality control, and process optimization. Ensure adherence to batch processing and chemical safety protocols such as HAZOP, MSDS, and PPE. Coordinate with R&D and QA/QC teams for scale-up, trials, and new product development. Implement process improvements to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and optimize costs. Monitor and enforce compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements related to chemical manufacturing. Train, mentor, and lead a team of engineers, supervisors, and operators to achieve departmental KPIs. Maintain operational documentation and ensure readiness for audits and inspections. Ensure timely procurement and inventory control of raw materials, solvents, and packaging. Technical Expertise Required: Strong knowledge of Chemical Reactions , Batch Processing , and Process Safety Management . Hands-on experience in handling Acrylic Polyols , PU Specialty Coatings , PVC Chemicals , and Auxiliaries . Proficient in managing Textile Coatings , Paint Chemicals , and Specialty Chemicals for Technical Textiles . Sound understanding of plant protocols like MSDS, PPE, and HAZOP studies. Experience in maintaining documentation and operational SOPs for audits and safety compliance. Soft Skills: Strong Leadership & Team Management skills. Excellent Analytical & Problem-Solving capabilities. Effective Communication & Coordination with cross-functional teams. Solid Time Management and the ability to work under pressure. Strategic mindset with a focus on continuous improvement. Desirable Industry Background: Specialty Chemicals Performance Chemicals Paint & Coatings Textile Chemicals / Technical Textiles Job Type: Permanent Pay: ₹1,200,000.00 - ₹1,500,000.00 per year Benefits: Cell phone reimbursement Health insurance Paid sick time Provident Fund Schedule: Day shift Supplemental Pay: Yearly bonus Ability to commute/relocate: Baddi, Himachal Pradesh: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Application Question(s): Do you have hands-on experience with Acrylic Polyols and PU Specialty Coating ? Have you worked with PVC Chemicals and related auxiliaries in a batch process setup? Education: Bachelor's (Preferred) Experience: Textile Coatings, Paint Chemicals: 10 years (Required) Specialty Chemicals for Technical Textiles: 9 years (Required) • Paint & Coatings: 7 years (Required) Language: English (Required) Location: Baddi, Himachal Pradesh (Required) Work Location: In person