<h1>Job Description</h1><h2>ETP Operator – Indo Amines Limited, Badlapur Plant</h2><p><strong>Position Summary</strong></p><p> The ETP Operator is responsible for the efficient and compliant operation of the Effluent Treatment Plant, ensuring wastewater generated by surfactant and specialty chemical production meets discharge standards.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Monito

<h1>Job Description</h1><h2>Plant Operator – Indo Amines Limited, Badlapur Plant</h2><p><strong>Position Summary</strong></p><p> The Plant Operator will execute day-to-day operations of surfactant and specialty chemical production units, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant processing of fatty amines, ethoxylates, and related intermediates under DCS control.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</

<h2><strong>Production Supervisor - Indo Amines Limited, Badlapur Plant</strong></h2><h2><strong>Position Summary</strong></h2><p>The Production Supervisor will oversee daily manufacturing operations in our specialty chemicals production facility, ensuring safe, efficient, and quality production of fatty amines, surfactants, and performance chemicals. This role requires hands-on leadership to mana

<p><strong>Company Overview</strong></p><p>Indo Amines Ltd. is a leading global manufacturer located in Mumbai, India, specializing in fine, specialty, and performance chemicals. With experience spanning over three decades, the company operates 14 advanced manufacturing facilities and serves industries like pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and textiles. Committed to innovation and sustainability, I

Indo Amines Ltd., headquartered in Mumbai, India, is a leading global manufacturer of fine, specialty, and performance chemicals. With over three decades of experience, the company has established a robust presence across various industries, including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, petrochemicals, and textiles.

Operating 14 state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities, Indo Amines Ltd. is committed to delivering high-quality chemical solutions that meet international standards. The company's extensive product portfolio encompasses fatty amines, specialty chemicals, and performance chemicals, catering to a diverse clientele worldwide.

Indo Amines Ltd. places a strong emphasis on research and development, continuously innovating to address the evolving needs of the chemical industry. The company's dedicated R&D team focuses on developing sustainable and cost-effective solutions, ensuring a competitive edge in the global market.

As a publicly listed entity on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), Indo Amines Ltd. adheres to stringent corporate governance practices, reflecting its commitment to transparency and ethical business conduct. The company's vision is to be a global leader in the chemical industry, delivering value to stakeholders through innovation, sustainability, and excellence.

<h2>Unit Head - Ethoxylation Process</h2><h2><strong>Company:</strong> Indo Amines Limited</h2><h2><strong>Location:</strong> Vadodara, Gujarat</h2><h2><strong>Department:</strong> Manufacturing Operations</h2><h2><strong>Reports to:</strong> Plant Manager/Operations Director</h2><h2><strong>Position Summary</strong></h2><ul><li>Indo Amines Limited seeks an experienced and dynamic <strong>Unit Head for Ethoxylation Process</strong> to lead and manage the ethoxylation manufacturing unit at our Vadodara facility. The role involves overseeing the complete ethoxylation process operations, ensuring safe and efficient production of fatty alcohol ethoxylates, fatty amine ethoxylates, and related specialty chemicals. The successful candidate will drive operational excellence while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and environmental compliance.</li></ul><h2><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h2><h2><strong>Manufacturing Operations Leadership</strong></h2><ul><li class="ql-indent-1"><strong>Lead end-to-end ethoxylation process operations</strong> including fatty alcohol ethoxylation, fatty amine ethoxylation, and alkoxylation processes</li><li><strong>Manage daily plant operations</strong> ensuring optimal production planning to meet customer demands and delivery schedules</li><li><strong>Oversee reactor operations</strong> with ethylene oxide addition at controlled temperatures (180°C) and pressures (1-2 bar) using KOH catalyst</li><li><strong>Ensure process safety</strong> and prevent thermal runaway situations in highly exothermic ethoxylation reactions</li><li><strong>Optimize production processes</strong> to maximize efficiency, yield, and cost-effectiveness</li></ul><h2><strong>Safety, Health &amp; Environment (SHE)</strong></h2><ul><li class="ql-indent-1"><strong>Enforce strict adherence to EHS guidelines</strong> as per regulatory and company standards</li><li><strong>Manage hazardous chemical operations</strong> including ethylene oxide handling and storage</li><li><strong>Ensure zero incidents</strong> by fostering a culture of safety and compliance</li><li><strong>Implement Process Safety Management (PSM)</strong> systems and emergency response procedures</li></ul><h2><strong>Quality Assurance &amp; Compliance</strong></h2><ul><li class="ql-indent-1"><strong>Ensure product quality</strong> meets both internal and external benchmarks for ethoxylated products</li><li><strong>Collaborate with QA/QC teams</strong> for audit readiness and certification compliance (ISO, GMP, etc.)</li><li><strong>Maintain product specifications</strong> for various ethoxylates including different EO molar ratios</li></ul><h2><strong>Team Leadership &amp; People Management</strong></h2><ul><li class="ql-indent-1"><strong>Lead cross-functional teams</strong> across production, quality, maintenance, EHS, and logistics</li><li><strong>Promote high-performance culture</strong> through coaching, mentoring, and employee development</li><li><strong>Manage workforce planning</strong> and resource allocation for optimal operations</li></ul><h2><strong>Financial Management</strong></h2><ul><li class="ql-indent-1"><strong>Manage P&amp;L responsibility</strong> for the ethoxylation unit operations</li><li><strong>Handle capex planning, procurement, and implementation</strong> for unit improvements</li><li><strong>Drive cost optimization initiatives</strong> and operational efficiency improvements</li></ul><h2><strong>Technical Excellence</strong></h2><ul><li class="ql-indent-1"><strong>Implement process improvements</strong> and technology upgrades for enhanced productivity</li><li><strong>Conduct process analysis</strong> and troubleshooting for optimal reactor performance</li><li><strong>Ensure equipment reliability</strong> including ethoxylation reactors, distillation systems, and control systems</li></ul><h2><strong>Required Qualifications</strong></h2><h2><strong>Education</strong></h2><ul><li class="ql-indent-1"><strong>Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering</strong> (B.E./B.Tech) - <strong>Mandatory</strong></li><li><strong>Master's degree</strong> (M.Tech/MBA) preferred for senior leadership roles</li><li><strong>PhD in Chemical Engineering</strong> would be an added advantage</li></ul><h2><strong>Experience</strong></h2><ul><li class="ql-indent-1"><strong>Minimum 15-20 years</strong> of progressive experience in chemical manufacturing</li><li><strong>At least 5-7 years</strong> in leadership roles as Unit Head/Plant Head/Operations Manager</li><li><strong>Specific experience in ethoxylation processes</strong> and surfactant manufacturing - <strong>Highly Preferred</strong></li><li><strong>Experience with fatty alcohol ethoxylation, fatty amine ethoxylation</strong> operations</li></ul><h2><strong>Technical Expertise</strong></h2><ul><li class="ql-indent-1"><strong>Deep knowledge of ethoxylation chemistry</strong> including ethylene oxide addition reactions</li><li><strong>Experience in reactor operations</strong> with pressure vessels and temperature control systems</li><li><strong>Understanding of surfactant chemistry</strong> and non-ionic surfactant applications</li><li><strong>Knowledge of process control systems</strong> (DCS/PLC) and safety instrumented systems</li><li><strong>Experience with hazardous chemical handling</strong> including ethylene oxide safety</li></ul><h2><strong>Industry Experience</strong></h2><ul><li class="ql-indent-1"><strong>Specialty chemicals manufacturing</strong> with focus on surfactants and ethoxylates</li><li><strong>Experience in similar chemical processes</strong> like alkoxylation, sulfonation, or related reactions</li><li><strong>Knowledge of personal care, home care, or industrial chemical applications</strong></li></ul><h2><strong>Essential Skills &amp; Competencies</strong></h2><h2><strong>Leadership Skills</strong></h2><ul><li class="ql-indent-1">Strong team leadership and people management capabilities</li><li>Strategic thinking and business acumen</li><li>Change management and organizational development</li></ul><h2><strong>Technical Skills</strong></h2><ul><li class="ql-indent-1">Process optimization and manufacturing excellence</li><li>Quality management systems and statistical process control</li><li>Project management and capital investment planning</li></ul><h2><strong>Communication Skills</strong></h2><ul><li class="ql-indent-1">Excellent verbal and written communication in English</li><li>Stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration</li><li>Presentation skills for management reporting</li></ul><h2><strong>Safety &amp; Compliance</strong></h2><ul><li class="ql-indent-1">Process safety management and risk assessment</li><li>Environmental compliance and sustainability practices</li><li>Regulatory knowledge and audit management</li></ul><h2><strong>Preferred Certifications</strong></h2><ul><li class="ql-indent-1"><strong>Six Sigma Black Belt/Green Belt</strong></li><li><strong>Lean Manufacturing Certification</strong></li><li><strong>Process Safety Management (PSM) Certification</strong></li><li><strong>ISO 9001/14001/45001 Lead Auditor</strong></li><li><strong>Project Management Professional (PMP)</strong></li></ul><h2><strong>Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)</strong></h2><ul><li class="ql-indent-1">Production efficiency and throughput optimization</li><li>Safety performance (zero incidents target)</li><li>Quality metrics and customer satisfaction</li><li>Cost management and P&amp;L performance</li><li>Environmental compliance and sustainability goals</li><li>Team development and employee engagement</li></ul><h2><strong>Working Conditions</strong></h2><ul><li class="ql-indent-1">Manufacturing plant environment with exposure to chemical processes</li><li>Rotating shifts coverage and emergency response availability</li><li>Travel requirements for technical meetings and training</li><li>Hands-on involvement in plant operations and troubleshooting</li><li><br></li></ul>