Junior Plant Site Supervisor; Pellet & Biochar Production

Position: Junior Plant Site Supervisor (Pellet & Biochar Production)
Location: Pithorāgarh

Position Overview

We are seeking a hands-on, dependable, and safety-conscious  Plant Site Supervisor  to oversee our daily biomass processing operations. In this role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end production of biomass pellets and biochar, utilizing a pellet-making machine and a pyrolyser unit.

You will directly manage a small team of 3 laborers, ensuring efficient feedstock preparation, smooth machinery operation, quality control of finished products, and strict adherence to safety protocols.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Production Management
Machinery Operation:
Oversee the daily setup, operation, and basic maintenance of the pellet-making machine and the pyrolyser.
Feedstock Management:
Monitor and manage incoming biomass feedstock (sorting, drying, and ensuring proper moisture levels for optimal pelletization).
Production Output:
Meet daily and weekly production targets for high-quality pellets and biochar.
Inventory Control:
Track raw materials and manage the bagging, storage, and dispatch of finished products (pellets and biochar).
Team Leadership & Supervision
Supervise Personnel:
Direct, motivate, and manage a team of 3 plant laborers.
Task Assignment:
Allocate daily tasks (e.g., loading feedstock, operating bagging machines, clearing debris) to ensure a smooth workflow.
Training:
Train laborers on safe material handling, efficient tool usage, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Maintenance, Safety, & Compliance
Routine Maintenance:
Perform and supervise basic preventive maintenance (greasing, cleaning, clearing jams) on the pyrolyser and pellet mill to minimize downtime.
Safety Enforcement:
Ensure all team members wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and follow strict safety guidelines, especially around high-temperature pyrolysis equipment.

Housekeeping: Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free plant environment.

Qualifications & Skills

Experience:

Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing, agricultural, or processing plant environment. Experience operating pellet mills, pyrolysers, briquette machines, or similar thermal/mechanical processing equipment is highly desirable.
Leadership:
Proven ability to supervise, lead, and work alongside a small team of laborers.
Technical Aptitude:
Mechanically inclined; ability to troubleshoot minor equipment issues and perform basic maintenance.
Physical Stamina:
Ability to work in a physical plant environment, stand for long periods, and lift up to 50 lbs if necessary.
Communication:
Clear verbal communication skills to effectively direct laborers and report production metrics to upper management.

Work Environment & Benefits

Job Type: Full-time, On-site

Location:

Uttrakhand

Working Conditions:

This is a hands-on, shop-floor role. The environment may be dusty, hot (near the pyrolyser), and loud.