The Plant Manager will oversee the end-to-end operations of the crop protection formulation plant, ensuring efficient conversion of technical-grade materials into market-ready formulations. This role demands strong leadership, technical expertise in agrochemical formulations, and a deep understanding of regulatory and safety standards.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES & ACTIVITIES

This section describes the principal outputs required from the job.

Operational Management
- Lead daily operations of the formulation plant including production planning, execution, and quality control.
- Ensure timely and cost-effective conversion of technical-grade crop protection chemicals into various formulations (e.g., EC, SC, WP, WG).
- Optimize plant performance through continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma, TPM).

Technical Expertise
- Oversee formulation development and scale-up processes.
- Collaborate with R&D and regulatory teams to ensure product compliance and innovation.
- Troubleshoot formulation and process-related issues.

Quality & Compliance
- Ensure adherence to ISO, GMP, and other relevant quality standards.
- Maintain documentation and records as per regulatory requirements (CIB&RC, FCO, etc.).
- Implement and monitor EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) protocols.

Team Leadership
- Ma nage and mentor a team of production engineers, supervisors, and technical staff
- Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous learning.

Supply Chain & Coordination
- Coordinate with procurement, logistics, and sales teams to ensure smooth supply chain operations.
- Monitor inventory levels and raw material availability.

Budgeting & Cost Control
- Prepare and manage plant budgets.
- Drive cost optimization without
  compromising
  quality or safety.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

Educational Background
- Bachelor s/master s degree in chemical engineering, Industrial Chemistry, Agrochemical Technology, or related disciplines.
- Ad ditional certifications or diplomas in Agrochemical Formulation Technology, Process Safety, or Regulatory Affairs are highly desirable.
Preferred Background
- Experience in handling bio-based or sustainable crop protection products is a plus.
- Familiarity with Indian and international regulatory frameworks for agrochemicals.

Technical & Formulation Experience

Deep understanding of agrochemical formulations: EC, SC, WP, WG, CS, ME, etc.
Experience in formulation development, scale-up, and optimization.
Knowledge of solvent systems, surfactants, dispersants, stabilizers, and their compatibility with active ingredients.
Familiarity with formulation stability testing, shelf-life studies, and packaging compatibility.

Manufacturing & Process Engineering

Hands-on experience in batch processing, continuous processing, and equipment selection for formulation plants.
Exposure to plant automation systems (PLC/SCADA), filling and packing lines, and material handling systems.
Experience in process troubleshooting, yield optimization, and cost control.

Regulatory & Quality Compliance

Working knowledge of Indian (CIB&RC) and international regulatory frameworks (FAO, WHO, REACH).
Experience in documentation for tolling contracts, product registrations, and quality audits.
Familiarity with ISO, GMP, and EHS standards applicable to agrochemical manufacturing.

Tolling Contract Management

Experience in negotiating and managing tolling agreements with third-party manufacturers or clients.
Understanding of costing models, batch traceability, and IP protection in tolling setups.
Ability to coordinate supply chain logistics, including raw material sourcing, inventory management, and dispatch planning

Safety & Environmental Management

Experience in implementing EHS protocols for handling hazardous chemicals.
Knowledge of waste management, effluent treatment, and compliance with pollution control norms.
Training and supervision of plant personnel on safe handling and emergency response.

ERP & Digital Systems

Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP) for production planning, inventory control, and documentation.
Experience with digital quality control systems, barcode/RFID tracking, and batch reconciliation tools.

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