Chemical Production Manager

The Production Manager is responsible for overseeing the operations of a department within the chemical manufacturing facility, ensuring production goals are met efficiently and safely while maintaining high-quality standards. The role involves managing personnel, coordinating production processes, and ensuring compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Operational Management :

oSupervise daily operations of the chemical production department, ensuring efficient and safe production processes.

oMonitor production schedules, equipment maintenance, and resource allocation.

oMake critical decisions and develop schedules to balance production and equipment repairs.

oEnsure that all production targets, quality standards, safety and PSM regulations are met.

2. Team Leadership :

oLead, mentor, and manage a team of engineers, technicians, and other operational staff.

oCoordinate training programs and promote continuous improvement in employee skills. oConduct performance evaluations and provide guidance for career development.

3. Safety and Compliance :

oEnsure adherence to safety protocols, industry regulations, and environmental guidelines. (e.g., OSHA, EPA, ASME, API)

oImplement and monitor safety measures to prevent accidents, hazardous exposures, and chemical spills.

oInvestigate accidents or safety incidents and develop corrective actions. oLead emergency response efforts within the incident command system.

4. Budget and Resource Management :

oDevelop and manage the department’s budget, ensuring cost control and resource optimization.

oOversee inventory management, ensuring that chemicals and materials are available for production.

oEvaluate and recommend new technologies or equipment to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

5. Quality Control :

oWork with the quality assurance team to ensure that the final products meet regulatory and customer standards.

oImplement quality control systems and processes, ensuring the chemical plant's products are of the highest standard.

6. Process Improvement :

oContinuously assess and optimize plant processes, looking for opportunities to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and improve sustainability.

oParticipate in the design and implementation of process changes or upgrades.

oKeep department focus on quality improvements to meet demands of semiconductor industry.

7. Communication and Reporting :

oReport on production progress, issues, and performance metrics to upper management. oCoordinate with other departments such as maintenance, safety, and research and development (R&D) for seamless plant operations.

Qualifications :

• Education : A bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• Experience : 5-10 years of experience in chemical manufacturing, with a proven track record in a leadership or supervisory role. Experience in process optimization and safety management is crucial.

Skills :

1. Technical Knowledge : Strong understanding of chemical processes, plant operations, and related technologies.

2. Leadership Skills : Ability to manage, motivate, and develop teams.

3. Problem-Solving : Capacity to analyze and resolve complex operational, technical, and safety issues.

4. Communication : Excellent verbal and written communication skills to report to upper management and coordinate with different departments.

5. Project Management : Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timelines and budgets are met.

6. Analytical Skills : Expertise in data analysis, process monitoring, and performance reporting.