Production Head

Job Description : PRODUCTION HEAD SENEGAL 1. Will lead the Production, Quality, BTE, Projects, HSEF processes for both Sulphuric & Phosphoric Acid Plants of the Company 2. Will aim to improve production capacity and optimize cost while ensuring high quality product and process standards while adhering to statutory compliances 1. Develop annual production plan and budget, to achieve the business target (daily, quarterly & annual) and to increase the production volume while minimizing costs and maintaining high quality. 2. Formulate and Implement strategies for improving the Acid plant, in terms of production volume, process efficiency or cost optimization. 3. Review daily, weekly, monthly production MIS reports to match actual performance vis--vis the targets and provide action steps to minimize variance. 4. Develop systems & processes to track and analyse plant metrics/data including machine utilization, operational cost, machinery availability and consumption data (spares and consumables) to identify any issues and draw up an improvement plan. 5. Oversee and provide support for the development of detailed and robust project plans for resources & material requirements, project cost, timelines and responsibilities at the Acid & CPP plant site 6. Review consumables & spare procurement plan in coordination with the purchase department, ensuring availability of quality spare parts at all time and minimize spare part costs. Identify new vendors and conduct technical evaluations, if required 7. Lead the development and update of storage processes to ensure effective & safe storage of raw-material, acid & equipment at the site 8. Liaise with the commercial team to conduct technical evaluation of vendors / contractors to be used for mining & beneficiation operations 9. Guide HSEF Head in development of safety protocols, etc. to ensure that the plant operates without any safety incident 10. Ensure compliances with all the regulatory laws applicable to the chemical industry, liaise with the regulatory bodies, and government agencies to understand any changes to the law and modify plant processes accordingly 11. Plan for and oversee the plant shutdown processes, ensuring availability of all resources (consumables, spares, manpower etc.) for efficient and timely maintenance operations 12. Coordinate with the respective authorities to obtain or renew all applicable licenses as and when required 13. Ensure that the team complies with safety, environment, statutory regulations and meet the required target. 14. Ensure skills and knowledge enhancement of the team, actively participate in on-the-job training, mentoring, and coaching of subordinates including succession planning Understanding of manufacturing equipment and processes Manufacturing technology & operations Drafting & implementing production policies & guidelines Project Management The ideal candidate should be a qualified Engineer with 20 years plus relevant experience in Chemical Manufacturing/Chemical projects in both Phosphoric & Sulphuric Acid Plant.

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