Plant Manager – Lubricant Manufacturing

1. Production Operations Management

• Lead end-to-end plant operations including blending, filling, and packaging processes.
• Develop and execute production plans aligned with sales forecasts and customer demand.
• Monitor daily production output, efficiency, and downtime ensuring targets are achieved.
• Optimize resource utilization including manpower, machinery, and materials.
• Ensure timely delivery of finished goods while maintaining cost efficiency.

• Develop, review, and optimize lubricant blending formulations.
• Ensure correct usage of base oils, additives, and raw materials.
• Coordinate with technical and QC teams for product consistency and compliance.
• Support new product development and trial batches.

• Prepare and manage Bills of Materials (BOMs) and routing structures.
• Maintain and control ERP system data including production codes and inventory records.
• Track production KPIs and maintain accurate daily production reports.
• Generate daily, weekly, and monthly reports for management review.
• Analyze production data to identify inefficiencies and improvement opportunities.

• Ensure strict adherence to established quality standards and product specifications.
• Collaborate closely with the QC team on testing, validation, and batch approval processes.
• Investigate non-conformities and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive documentation to support audits and certifications.
• Demonstrate knowledge of lubricant formulations, ASTM standards, and testing procedures.

• Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance programs.
• Ensure maximum equipment uptime and operational reliability.
• Identify requirements for new machinery and upgrades.
• Coordinate with maintenance teams to minimize breakdowns and production loss.

• Ensure full compliance with HSE policies, procedures, and legal regulations.
• Promote a strong safety culture across all plant operations.
• Conduct risk assessments, safety audits, and incident investigations.
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials.

• Plan and control raw material requirements based on production schedules.
• Coordinate with procurement for timely sourcing of base oils, additives, and packaging materials.
• Monitor inventory levels to avoid shortages or overstocking.
• Approve incoming materials in coordination with QC.

• Develop and manage plant operational budgets.
• Monitor and control production costs, including labor, materials, and utilities.
• Identify opportunities to reduce waste and improve cost efficiency.
• Support financial planning and cost analysis initiatives.

• Lead and manage cross-functional teams including production, QC, maintenance, warehouse, and HSE.
• Define roles, responsibilities, and performance expectations.
• Conduct performance evaluations and support employee development.
• Ensure proper staffing levels and workforce planning.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, Lean, efficiency, and waste reduction.
• Implement best practices to enhance productivity and operational excellence.
• Support expansion plans, capacity improvement, and process automation.
• Align plant operations with overall company strategy.

An ideal candidate is a technically strong, operations-driven leader with deep lubricant manufacturing experience who can optimize plant performance, ensure compliance, and lead teams toward continuous improvement and cost efficiency.