Site Head - Chemical Manufacturing

RESONACLE; Mahad; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

A chemical manufacturing company in Mahad is seeking an experienced professional to lead site operations. Responsibilities include overseeing production, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance, and driving continuous improvement. Candidates must have over 15 years in chemical manufacturing and strong leadership skills. The role is full-time and mid-senior level.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15+ years in chemical process manufacturing.
• At least 5 years in a plant leadership or site management role.
• Strong understanding of batch and continuous chemical processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead entire site operations including production, engineering, EHS, and quality functions.
• Ensure safe and compliant manufacturing as per standards.
• Drive production planning and process control.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision-making

Process optimization

Safety compliance

Team management

Education

B.E. / B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering

Job description

We are seeking a seasoned professional to lead overall site operations for a chemical manufacturing facility. The incumbent will be responsible for managing end-to-end plant performance including production, process optimization, safety, quality, maintenance, and manpower management.

This is a key leadership role accountable for ensuring smooth plant operations, driving continuous improvement, maintaining regulatory compliance, and achieving productivity and cost-efficiency targets. The position demands strong technical expertise in chemical process manufacturing and proven experience in leading cross‑functional plant teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee entire site operations including production, engineering, EHS, and quality functions.
• Ensure safe, efficient, and compliant manufacturing as per statutory and company standards.
• Drive production planning, process control, and resource optimization to meet business objectives.
• Implement and monitor plant performance metrics (OEE, yield, downtime, cost efficiency).
• Foster a strong safety and compliance culture aligned with EHS regulations and best practices.
• Lead process improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and reduce operational losses.
• Coordinate with supply chain, R&D, and quality teams for seamless execution of manufacturing schedules.
• Ensure effective manpower planning, skill development, and team motivation across departments.
• Manage statutory inspections, audits, and compliance documentation.
• Represent the site in corporate and regulatory reviews, driving operational excellence initiatives.

Key Requirements

• Education: B.E. / B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering.
• Experience: Minimum 15+ years in chemical process manufacturing, with at least 5 years in a plant leadership or site management role.
• Strong understanding of batch and continuous chemical processes, safety systems, and regulatory norms.
• Proven ability to lead cross‑functional teams and manage large‑scale plant operations.
• Demonstrated experience in EHS, productivity improvement, and cost control initiatives.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and decision‑making skills.

Seniority Level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

• Full-time

Job Function

• Manufacturing, Management, and Product Management
• Industries: Chemical Manufacturing