Plant Head MACL Mahad

Weekday AI (YC W21); Mahad; On-site; INR 2,000,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chemical manufacturing firm seeks a Site Head to manage all operations at their Mahad facility. This senior leadership role demands over 10 years of experience in hazardous chemical manufacturing and continuous processes. Responsibilities include overseeing production, ensuring safety and compliance, and driving operational excellence through effective leadership. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering and proven experience in managing large teams, focusing on efficiency, quality, and sustainability.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in chemical manufacturing leadership.
• Hands-on experience with continuous manufacturing processes.
• Experience managing large, cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead overall site operations for chemical manufacturing.
• Oversee continuous manufacturing processes.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Drive yield improvement and cost optimization.
• Conduct safety audits and risk assessments.

Skills

Leadership in site-level operations

Problem-solving skills

Stakeholder management

Continuous manufacturing processes

EHS standards compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

This role is for one of the Weekday's clients.

Salary range: Rs 2000000 - Rs 2800000 (ie INR 20-28 LPA)

Minimum Experience: 10 years

Location: Mahad

Job Type: Full-time

As the Site Head, you will be responsible for leading and managing end-to-end operations at a chemical manufacturing site, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant production of chemical intermediates. This is a senior leadership role where you will oversee all departmental heads and take full ownership of site performance, including production, quality, safety, engineering, and compliance. The role demands strong experience in continuous manufacturing, operational excellence, and people leadership, with a focus on driving efficiency, reliability, and sustainable growth while maintaining the highest standards of safety and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead overall site operations for chemical intermediate manufacturing with full accountability for performance
• Oversee continuous manufacturing processes and ensure smooth, uninterrupted production
• Ensure day-to-day operations meet safety, quality, cost, and delivery targets
• Implement robust process controls, operational best practices, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Drive yield improvement, cost optimization, and productivity enhancement across the plant
• Ensure compliance with ISO, GMP, regulatory, and customer quality requirements
• Maintain high standards of Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) across the site
• Ensure adherence to statutory regulations related to pollution control, factory laws, and safety norms
• Lead safety audits, risk assessments, mock drills, and incident prevention programs
• Manage and mentor department heads across production, maintenance, quality, utilities, and support functions
• Conduct manpower planning, performance management, and capability development initiatives
• Coordinate with corporate leadership on capital expenditure, expansions, and new project execution
• Oversee installation, commissioning, and modification of plant facilities and equipment
• Ensure reliability and optimal performance of utilities, machinery, and plant assets

What Makes You a Great Fit

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering (BE / B.Tech)
• Strong experience leading site-level operations in hazardous chemical manufacturing environments
• Mandatory hands‑on experience with continuous manufacturing processes
• Proven leadership experience managing large, cross‑functional plant teams
• Deep understanding of process safety, EHS standards, and statutory compliance
• Experience implementing operational excellence and best practices in chemical manufacturing
• Strong problem‑solving, decision‑making, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to lead high‑impact projects, plant expansions, and engineering modifications
• Results‑driven mindset with a focus on safety, quality, efficiency, and cost control