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 :
o Supervise daily operations of the chemical production department, ensuring efficient and safe production processes.
o Monitor production schedules, equipment maintenance, and resource allocation.
o Make critical decisions and develop schedules to balance production and equipment repairs.
o Ensure that all production targets, quality standards, safety and PSM regulations are met.
2. Team Leadership :
o Lead, mentor, and manage a team of engineers, technicians, and other operational staff.
o Coordinate training programs and promote continuous improvement in employee skills. o Conduct performance evaluations and provide guidance for career development.
3. Safety and Compliance :
o Ensure adherence to safety protocols, industry regulations, and environmental guidelines. (e.g., OSHA, EPA, ASME, API)
o Implement and monitor safety measures to prevent accidents, hazardous exposures, and chemical spills.
o Investigate accidents or safety incidents and develop corrective actions. o Lead emergency response efforts within the incident command system.
4. Budget and Resource Management :
o Develop and manage the department’s budget, ensuring cost control and resource optimization.
o Oversee inventory management, ensuring that chemicals and materials are available for production.
o Evaluate and recommend new technologies or equipment to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
5. Quality Control :
o Work with the quality assurance team to ensure that the final products meet regulatory and customer standards.
o Implement quality control systems and processes, ensuring the chemical plant's products are of the highest standard.
6. Process Improvement :
o Continuously assess and optimize plant processes, looking for opportunities to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and improve sustainability.
o Participate in the design and implementation of process changes or upgrades.
o Keep department focus on quality improvements to meet demands of semiconductor industry.
7. Communication and Reporting :
o Report on production progress, issues, and performance metrics to upper management. o Coordinate 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.
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