Plant Manager

We are seeking a highly experienced and technically proficient Plant Manager to lead operations at our state-of-the-art chemical manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in chemical engineering, a proven track record in construction chemical production, and the leadership acumen to drive operational excellence, safety, and quality.Key ResponsibilitiesOperations & ProductionOversee all aspects of plant operations including production, maintenance, quality, logistics, and HSEManage the manufacturing of products such as admixtures, waterproofing systems, grouts, sealants, epoxies, and specialty coatingsMonitor and optimize plant KPIs including yield, batch consistency, downtime, and OEEDrive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, or TPM methodologiesCompliance & QualityEnsure compliance with local and international safety, environmental, and chemical handling regulationsMaintain and enforce ISO/QHSE certificationsand ensure accurate reportingLead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for process deviations or quality issuesRecruit, train, and retain skilled plant personnel and technical supervisorsFoster a culture of safety, accountability, and operational disciplineCollaborate with R&D, Sales, QA/QC, and Supply Chain teams for product scale-ups, audits, and client-specific requirementsPlanning & Cost ControlCoordinate with procurement and supply chain teams for raw material planning and inventory optimizationDrive cost control initiatives without compromising quality or safetyCandidate ProfileBachelors degree in Chemical Engineering (mandatory)1015 years of experience in construction chemical manufacturing, preferably with a reputable multinational or regional brandStrong hands-on experience with batch processing, PLC/SCADA systems, and reactive chemical environmentsIn-depth knowledge of HAZOP, MSDS, REACH, and safe chemical storage and handling practicesProven leadership and team management capabilitiesProficiency in ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft DynamicsFluency in English; Arabic is an added advantage#J-18808-Ljbffr