Factory Incharge

• A. Production & Plant OperationsSupervise daily manufacturing activities as per the production plan.
• Ensure production targets are achieved within the scheduled timelines.
• Monitor batch-wise manufacturing operations.
• Ensure adherence to approved Batch Manufacturing Records (BMR).
• Coordinate with Production, QA-QC and Stores departments.
• Monitor reactor utilisation, production capacity and plant efficiency.
• Ensure optimum utilisation of manpower, machinery and utilities.
• Immediately report production delays, breakdowns and process deviations.
• B. Manpower ManagementAllocate daily work responsibilities to operators and helpers.
• Monitor employee attendance, punctuality and shift activities.
• Ensure adequate manpower availability for production.
• Maintain discipline and professional conduct on the factory premises.
• Monitor employee productivity and work performance.
• Coordinate shift handovers and ensure proper communication between shifts.
• C. Machinery & Maintenance CoordinationEnsure reactors, pumps, motors and other equipment are operational.
• Monitor preventive maintenance schedules.
• Coordinate with maintenance personnel for breakdowns.
• Ensure equipment cleaning and maintenance after production batches.
• Maintain equipment utilisation and breakdown records.
• Immediately report unsafe or faulty equipment.
• D. Quality & Process ComplianceEnsure production is carried out according to approved SOPs.
• Follow batch manufacturing instructions.
• Coordinate with QA-QC for raw material clearance and finished product approval.
• Ensure proper sampling and labelling procedures.
• Prevent cross-contamination between batches.
• Maintain batch production records and process documentation.
• Ensure rejected and reprocessed materials are handled only with proper authorisation.
• E. Safety & EHS ComplianceEnsure employees use appropriate PPE.
• Monitor chemical handling and storage practices.
• Ensure compliance with factory safety rules.
• Conduct regular workplace safety inspections.
• Ensure work permits are obtained for applicable activities.
• Monitor housekeeping and emergency equipment accessibility.
• Immediately report accidents, near misses, chemical leakages and unsafe conditions.
• Ensure safe operation of reactors, boilers, pumps and other equipment.
• F. Production Planning & ReportingPrepare daily production progress reports.
• Monitor planned versus actual production.
• Maintain batch-wise production records.
• Report raw material shortages to Stores and Purchase.
• Coordinate with Dispatch for finished goods availability.
• Monitor production losses, yield and material consumption.
• Submit daily operational updates to the Plant Manager.
• G. General Factory AdministrationEnsure proper factory housekeeping.
• Monitor shift-wise attendance and work allocation.
• Ensure production areas remain organised.
• Coordinate with Stores, Accounts, Purchase, QA-QC and Maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with factory rules and management instructions.
• Maintain confidentiality of company processes and customer information.

Skills & CompetenciesKnowledge of chemical manufacturing operations.

• Understanding of reactors, pumps, pipelines and plant utilities.
• Knowledge of batch manufacturing processes.
• Manpower handling and team management.
• Basic understanding of chemical safety and EHS.
• Knowledge of production documentation and SOPs.
• Good problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to work in shifts and manage operational pressure.