Area In Charge - Oxygen Free Copper & Alloy Plant - Copper

Purpose/Objective

To provide strategic leadership and overall management for the Oxygen Free Copper & Alloy Plant. This role is accountable for all aspects of the plant's performance, including production, quality, maintenance, and safety, ensuring the delivery of high-quality products while meeting business objectives.

Key Responsibilities of Role

Operational excellence:Lead all plant operations, from raw material handling and furnace operations to continuous casting, rolling, and finishing. Ensure consistent production of high-quality oxygen-free copper and alloy products. Strategic direction:Define the plant's strategic roadmap, including targets for production efficiency, cost reduction, and quality improvement. Drive implementation of long-term projects and initiatives. Team leadership:Lead, mentor, and inspire a diverse team of professionals, including managers and supervisors from production, engineering, and maintenance departments. Budget and financial management:Oversee the development and management of the plant's budget, including capital expenditure and operational costs. Ensure optimal resource allocation and cost control. Safety & quality assurance:Champion a culture of safety and operational discipline. Ensure strict adherence to all quality standards (e.g., ISO) and lead efforts to continuously improve product quality and process stability. Stakeholder engagement:Manage relationships with key internal stakeholders, including R&D, commercial, and corporate leadership, as well as external technology partners and vendors.

Technical Competencies

Advanced Metallurgical Processes ,Plant Operations & Maintenance ,Process Control & Automation,Project & Capital Management

Qualifications and Experience

Education:Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Metallurgical, Mechanical, or Chemical). An MBA is highly desirable. Experience:12+ years of extensive experience in a continuous process or heavy manufacturing environment, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role. Direct experience with metallurgical processes, especially continuous casting and hot rolling, is essential. Skills:Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and P&L management skills. Deep knowledge of metallurgical processes, quality systems, and advanced process control. Certifications:Master Black Belt or other advanced certification in Lean/Six Sigma is a significant plus.