Production Manager (For A reputed Paper Mill)-Job ID: 1548417

A reputed Paper Mill is looking for Production ManagerJob Description / ResponsibilityTo plan, organize, supervise, and control all production activities of the paper mill to ensure efficient manufacturing operations, consistent product quality, optimum utilization of raw materials and resources, achievement of production targets, and compliance with safety, environmental, and operational standards.Production Planning & OperationsPrepare daily, weekly, and monthly production plans in accordance with sales orders, delivery schedules, and management targets.Supervise the entire paper manufacturing process, including pulping, stock preparation, paper machine operations, drying, calendaring, reeling, cutting, and finishing, as applicable.Ensure achievement of production targets in terms of quantity, quality, machine efficiency, and delivery schedules.Monitor machine performance, production downtime, operational bottlenecks, and overall production efficiency.Coordinate with the technical team to minimize machine breakdowns and ensure smooth production flow.Quality ControlEnsure that finished paper meets approved specifications for GSM, moisture content, thickness, strength, brightness, smoothness, and other relevant quality parameters.Coordinate with the Quality Control (QC) team to identify and resolve quality issues.Investigate production defects, customer complaints, and product rejection, and implement corrective and preventive actions.Ensure proper inspection of raw materials, work-in-process, and finished products.Raw Material & Resource ManagementMonitor the consumption and utilization of pulp, wastepaper, chemicals, additives, water, and other production materials.Minimize material wastage, paper breaks, production losses, and rejected products.Coordinate with the Store and Procurement Departments to ensure timely availability of essential raw materials and consumables.Monitor energy, steam, water, and other utility consumption to improve cost efficiency.Maintenance & Machine EfficiencyCoordinate with the Engineering and Maintenance Departments for preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance.Monitor machine availability, equipment performance, and recurring technical problems.Ensure proper machine operation and timely reporting of mechanical, electrical, and process-related abnormalities.Recommend process improvements and equipment upgrades to increase productivity.Manpower ManagementSupervise production supervisors, shift in-charges, machine operators, technicians, and other production personnel.Prepare shift schedules and allocate manpower according to production requirements.Monitor employee attendance, discipline, productivity, and adherence to operating procedures.Identify training needs and develop employees' technical and operational competencies.Occupational Health, Safety & EnvironmentEnsure compliance with workplace safety rules, machine safety requirements, and emergency procedures.Maintain safe operating conditions around paper machines, boilers, steam systems, chemical handling areas, and other production facilities.Ensure proper housekeeping and compliance with applicable environmental and waste-management requirements.Immediately report workplace accidents, unsafe conditions, and major operational incidents to management.Production Reporting & Cost ControlPrepare and submit daily, weekly, and monthly production reports to management.Maintain records of production volume, machine efficiency, downtime, material consumption, wastage, quality rejection, and operating costs.Analyze production variances against targets and implement corrective measures.Assist in preparing the annual production budget and monitor production expenditure.Recommend measures to reduce manufacturing costs and improve overall operational performance.Interdepartmental CoordinationCoordinate with Sales and Marketing regarding production priorities and delivery commitments.Work closely with Quality Control, Engineering, Maintenance, Procurement, Store, HR & Administration, and Accounts & Finance.Ensure timely communication of production constraints, operational risks, and resource requirements to management.Perform any other production-related duties assigned by management.Educational RequirementsBachelor of Science (BSc) in Chemical Technical/EngineeringSkills Required: Paper production, paper industriesExperience Requirements10 to 12 year(s)The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): PaperAdditional RequirementsMinimum 10–12 years of relevant experience in paper manufacturing industry.At least 4–5 years in a supervisory or managerial production role is preferred.Experience in paper machine operations, production planning, quality control, process optimization, and manpower management will be an advantage.Job LocationNarsingdi