JOB OPPORTUNITY: General Manager – Plant Operations (Chemical Manufacturing)
Location: Karachi, Pakistan
Industry Preference: Chemical Manufacturing / Petrochemical, Oil Refinery, Cement Manufacturing
Position Overview
A known Chemical Manufacturing Company based in Karachi is seeking an experienced and results-driven General Manager – Plant Operations to oversee and lead end-to-end plant management. The ideal professional will bring extensive technical expertise, strong leadership capabilities, and a proven track record of handling large-scale chemical plant operations.
This is a critical senior leadership role responsible for ensuring high safety standards, operational efficiency, and continuous process improvements.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead complete plant operations including production, process engineering, utilities, maintenance, HSE, and quality control.
- Ensure safe and efficient running of the chemical plant while achieving production targets.
- Develop and implement operating procedures, SOPs, and preventive maintenance strategies.
- Oversee process optimization, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis of chemical manufacturing lines.
- Ensure compliance with all environmental, safety, and chemical handling regulations.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, cost efficiency, and reliability.
- Manage, mentor, and develop technical and operational teams to achieve performance excellence.
- Prepare and manage plant budgets, production forecasts, KPIs, and performance reports.
- Collaborate closely with Supply Chain, Quality Assurance, and R&D for process improvements and new product development.
Required Qualifications & Experience
- B.E. Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering (Chemical preferred).
- 20+ years of experience, with strong experience in technical & management Skills.
- Minimum 5 years in a senior leadership role heading full plant operations.
- Strong understanding of chemical processes, utilities, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements.
- Proven experience in managing high-volume, continuous production facilities.
- Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and team development skills.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Rs300,000.00 - Rs500,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person