Refinery Head

Position Title: Refinery Head – Edible Oil Refinery
Experience Required: Minimum 20 Years
Location: Burdwan
Industry: Edible Oil Manufacturing & Processing

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Refinery Head to lead and manage the entire operations of our edible oil refinery. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 20 years of hands-on experience in edible oil refining and will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the refining process, from raw material intake to the production of high-quality edible oil. This role also extends to managing marketing and sales activities, ensuring profitability and market competitiveness.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Refinery Operations Management:

• Oversee end-to-end refinery operations including degumming, neutralization, bleaching, and deodorization.
• Ensure optimal utilization of resources and refining capacity.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure efficiency and productivity.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for quality and yield enhancement.

2. Quality Assurance:

• Ensure compliance with food safety, FSSAI, and quality standards.
• Implement and maintain robust quality control protocols.
• Coordinate with laboratory and QA/QC teams to maintain product integrity.

3. Production Planning & Process Optimization:

• Plan and schedule production based on market demand and raw material availability.
• Optimize refining processes to reduce cost, waste, and energy consumption.
• Identify and implement new technologies and process improvements.

4. Team Leadership & Safety:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a multidisciplinary team including production, engineering, and support staff.
• Foster a culture of safety, compliance, and continuous learning.
• Ensure adherence to all environmental, health, and safety regulations.

5. Marketing & Sales Oversight:

• Collaborate with the sales and marketing team to define and implement go-to-market strategies.
• Identify new market opportunities and develop business plans to expand market share.
• Build strong relationships with key clients, distributors, and industry stakeholders.

6. Budgeting & Cost Control:

• Prepare and manage operational budgets.
• Analyze cost structures and implement cost-reduction strategies without compromising quality.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Food Technology, or related field.
• Minimum 20 years of progressive experience in edible oil refining, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Strong technical knowledge of oil refining processes and equipment.
• Proven track record in managing large-scale operations and cross-functional teams.
• Experience in sales and marketing of edible oil products is highly desirable.
• Excellent leadership, decision-making, and communication skills.

Preferred Attributes:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of ERP systems and process automation tools.
• Ability to work under pressure and deliver results.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹60,000.00 - ₹70,000.00 per month

Schedule:

• Day shift

Work Location: In person