Production Manager

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

Clariant is a Swiss-based global specialty chemicals company, which is concentrated and developed in three business units: Care Chemicals, Catalysts and Adsorbents & Additives. Our purpose as a company is reflected in our tagline "Greater chemistry - between people and planet", which considers the principles of customer, innovation and people orientation, as well as a focus on creating solutions to foster sustainability in different industries by offering high-value and high-performance chemical specialties.
At Clariant, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion are essential to our success. We strive to cultivate a workplace where all employees feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued. Our diverse workforce allows us to tap into a wealth of perspectives, experiences, and capabilities that drive innovation. We are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for professional growth and advancement across all levels of the organization, based on objective criteria and regardless of gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, protected veteran status ,age, disability, sexual orientation or other aspects of diversity in accordance with the relevant governing laws. By bringing together talented individuals with diverse backgrounds and viewpoints, we gain the agility to meet the evolving needs of our global customers and communities. Join our team to help advance our mission of fostering a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive.

The Production Manager will oversee production activities, ensuring the achievement of safety and sustainability targets through the efficient management of production processes. The role will focus on optimizing resource utilization, driving efficiency improvements, reducing costs and VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds), and leading the management of change initiatives. Key responsibilities will include meeting monthly production targets while maintaining safety standards, identifying opportunities for improvement, implementing best practices, and minimizing Non-Value-Added (NVA) activities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of personnel and the plant during daily operations.
• Lead the planning, scheduling, and execution of all manufacturing activities within the plant.
• Drive and implement continuous improvement initiatives and capacity enhancement projects.
• Oversee the execution of sustainable projects to meet the company's environmental and operational targets.
• Plan and execute trial batches for new products in collaboration with the technical team.
• Prepare the monthly production schedule, track daily progress, and escalate any challenges as needed.
• Collaborate with the plant maintenance team to accommodate and complete planned preventive maintenance activities.
• Train and develop plant team members to build effective teams and ensure efficient shift production.
• Lead investigations into incidents, identify root causes and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and cost savings, and implement solutions with support from the Plant Manager.
  

Requirements

• At least a B. Tech. (Chemical) / M.Sc. (chemistry) with 10-15 years of experience in the chemical / Active Pharmaceutical ingredient (API) industry in the production department.
• Prior relevant experience in the chemical / API manufacturing industry managing team size of 20-30 headcount.
• Strong understanding of batch process and unit operations.
• Good knowledge of Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Good management skills
• Self-driven and a team player

Our Offer

Company Culture:

• Be part of an amazing team, that will be there to support you
• A forward-looking company, with a culture of innovation and a strong portfolio in sustainable technologies
• Ongoing Professional Development Opportunities
• Inclusive Work Environment 
• Approachable Leadership
• Long-term growth opportunity
• Work-Life Balance
• Speak Up Culture
• Women's Inclusion Network of Clariant (WIN)

Benefits:

• 30 Days Annual Paid Leaves
• Clariant-Sponsored Annual Health Check-Up
• Centralized Company Transport for Designated Routes (Regular shift)
• Group Medical Insurance, Group Personal Accident Insurance and Life Insurance
• Maternity & Parental leave policies
• Performance-Based Competitive Annual Bonus Plan.Role & responsibilities

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