PLANT Manager (Chemicals/Plastics)

Perfect Placers; Gujarat; On-site; INR 2,400,000 - 4,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Perfect Placer India seeks a Plant Manager (Chemicals/Plastics) to lead day-to-day operations, optimize production yields, and manage site budgets across facilities. You will oversee production scheduling, maintenance, quality and regulatory compliance, while driving a zero-harm safety culture.

Ideal candidates hold a BE in Chemical/Plastics and bring 12–20 years of deep process knowledge, leadership, and ERP/EAM experience.

Qualifications

• BE in Chemical/Plastics Engineering or related field, with 12–20 years of experience in continuous chemical processes or plastics manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations: production scheduling, processing, blending, molding and packaging to meet demand.
• Monitor KPIs to maximize throughput and minimize material waste.
• Implement Lean/Six Sigma to reduce downtime and bottlenecks.
• Coordinate with logistics and procurement for bulk chemicals and additives.

Skills

Process expertise

Regulatory knowledge

Software proficiency

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

BE in Chemical/Plastics Eng

Tools

SAP

EAM platforms

Data-driven process control

Job description

Role & responsibilities

Our clients are leading MNC & Industrial Conglomerates (AUTOMOBILES, FMCG, CONSUMER DURABLES, MANAUFACTURING, RETAIL, EPC, INFRASTRUCTURE (POWER, ENERGY, OIL & GAS, PORTS), INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, BPO, PHARMA & TELECOM with a Turnover of US $ 1 Bn to US $ 100 Bn with exponential growth potential. Our client’s reach span across several countries across the globe.

PERFECT PLACER (www.perfectplacer.com), Promoted by a team of dedicated professionals with varied background, having comprehensive and extensive industry and consultancy exposure, is “One of the most preferred and referred consultants” today in Executive Search & Placement.

PERFECT PLACER in less than half a decade has grown to be a force to reckon with, having offices in Mumbai, Chennai, Bangalore, and New Delhi.

Perfect Placer along with its associate services has a long and prestigious list of leading Indian and Multinational Corporates in India and Outside across Managerial levels, functions, and Industries, covering both IT and Non-IT specialized in chief executive, board member and senior-level management search assignments.

PLANT MANAGER (Chemicals/Plastics)

• Responsible for optimizing production yields and managing site budgets. You will direct all day-to-day operations, including production scheduling, preventive maintenance, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, environmental compliance and a zero-harm safety environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Production & Operational Excellence

• F Direct Daily Operations: Oversee all processing, compounding, blending, molding, and packaging workflows to meet customer demand.
• F Optimize Yields: Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to maximize throughput while minimizing raw material scrap and chemical waste.
• F Continuous Improvement: Implement Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives to reduce downtime and eliminate process bottlenecks.
• F Supply Chain Coordination: Collaborate with logistics and procurement teams to manage inventory levels of bulk chemicals, resins, and additives.

2. Safety, Health, and Environment (HSE)

• F Enforce Safety Protocols: Maintain strict compliance with OSHA, EPA, and local hazardous material regulations to ensure zero-harm facility goals.
• F Waste Management: Oversee the safe operation of effluent treatment plants (ETP) and emission control systems.
• F Risk Mitigation: Lead root cause analysis (RCA) investigations for any operational deviations, spills, or safety near-misses.

3. Financial & Quality Management

• F Budgetary Control: Formulate and execute the annual plant operating budget, controlling fixed and variable manufacturing costs.
• F Capital Expenditures (CapEx): Evaluate and justify equipment upgrades, plant automation systems, and facility expansion projects.
• F Quality Assurance: Uphold strict quality standards (such as ISO 9001) to achieve zero customer complaints and ensure product purity or component tolerances.

4. Team Leadership & Administration

• F Workforce Development: Direct and coach department heads, including supervisors, production engineers, and maintenance managers.
• F Community & Government Relations: Act as the primary site liaison for local environmental agencies, emergency responders, and corporate stakeholders.

Preferred candidate profile

1. BE In Chemical Engineering or Plastics Engineering or Polymer Science or a highly related technical field with 12-20 years of experience & possesses deep technical knowledge of continuous chemical processes or or plastics manufacturing facility combined with strong leadership skills to drive a culture of continuous improvement.

Technical Skills

1) Process Expertise: Comprehensive understanding of continuous processing, batch chemical reactions, or plastics conversion technologies.

2) Regulatory Knowledge: Strong familiarity with hazardous chemical handling, Process Safety Management (PSM), and environmental licensing procedures.

3) Software Proficiency: Hands-on experience with Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) platforms, ERP software (like SAP), and data-driven process control tools.

Soft Skills

1) Leadership: Exceptional team building and conflict-resolution capabilities across multi-shift, cross-functional workforces.

2) Problem-Solving: Proven aptitude for analytical troubleshooting using methods like 5 Whys, 8D, or Fishbone analysis.

3) Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to effectively relay safety protocols and operational metrics to both line workers and executive.

Remuneration:

An outstanding remuneration package that rewards professionalism and diligence will be on offer for the successful applicant as well as a well-defined career path. An excellent package will be on offer for the right candidate, including an above-mentioned industry base salary for the right person as well as the most complete employee benefit scheme. Don't miss out on this opportunity to join the market leader.

Contact Person Name, Address & Nos.:

P.G. Ganesh
Partner
Perfect Placer
Email id: [e-mail]
Web Site: www.perfectplacer.com
Mobile: [phone]
Offices: Delhi, Chennai, Bangalore & Mumbai