Plant Manager

Role & responsibilities

The Plant Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the feed phosphates manufacturing plant, ensuring production targets, safety standards, quality specifications, and cost efficiency are consistently met. The role requires strong leadership, technical knowledge, and the ability to drive continuous improvement across all plant functions.

A. Production & Operations

• Manage and supervise day-to-day plant operations to achieve production targets.
• Plan and schedule production activities to ensure timely output.
• Coordinate with maintenance, quality, and logistics departments for smooth operations.
• Ensure optimal utilization of manpower, machinery, and materials.

B. Safety, Compliance & Quality

• Ensure strict adherence to safety protocols, SOPs, and environmental regulations (Pollution Control Board, Factory Act, etc.).
• Monitor product quality and ensure compliance with feed phosphate specifications (MCP/DCP/other grades).
• Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments, and training programs for employees.

C. Maintenance Coordination

• Work closely with the maintenance team to minimize downtime.
• Review preventive maintenance schedules and ensure timely execution.
• Oversee equipment health, breakdown analysis, and corrective actions.

D. Inventory & Cost Control

• Monitor raw materials (phosphoric acid, lime, ammonia, etc.) and finished goods inventory.
• Reduce wastage, control operational costs, and improve efficiency.
• Authorize material requisitions and production-related purchases as per company policy.

E. Team Management

• Lead and motivate plant supervisors, operators, and support staff.
• Conduct training, performance reviews, and skill development programs.
• Ensure discipline, punctuality, and workforce management at the plant.

Preferred candidate profile

• B.Tech / Diploma in Chemical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering / Production Engineering.

• 10-20 years of experience in chemical manufacturing. Experience in

  feed phosphates, fertilizers, process plants, or mineral chemicals

  is preferred.

• Understanding of chemical process operations (e.g., reaction processes, drying, milling, packaging).Knowledge of plant utilities such as boilers, compressors, pumps, scrubbers, and ETP. Familiarity with ISO standards and quality systems.

• Strong leadership and people management skills. Good communication and decision-making abilities. Ability to handle pressure and meet production deadlines

Salary will be negotiable.