Shift Engineer

Job Description: Shift In-charge : Krishnapatnam

Position Overview:

The Shift In-charge for the Edible Oil Plant is responsible for overseeing and managing the operations of the plant during their designated shift. They play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth and efficient functioning of the production process, meeting quality standards, and maintaining a safe working environment. The Shift In-charge will lead and supervise a team of operators and technicians to achieve production targets and adhere to company policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Supervise Plant Operations: Oversee and coordinate the daily operations of the edible oil plant during the assigned shift. Monitor production activities to ensure compliance with safety, quality, and efficiency standards.2. Production Target Achievement: Ensure that production targets are met or exceeded by effectively managing resources, optimizing production processes, and maintaining equipment reliability.3. Quality Control: Implement quality control measures to ensure the production of high-quality edible oil products that meet the company's quality standards and customer specifications.4. Equipment Maintenance: Coordinate with the maintenance team to ensure preventive maintenance schedules are followed and promptly address any equipment breakdowns or malfunctions.5. Safety Compliance: Enforce and adhere to all safety protocols and procedures. Conduct regular safety inspections to identify and mitigate potential hazards.6. Team Management: Lead, motivate, and train the production team, including operators and technicians. Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback to improve individual and team performance.7. Process Improvement: Continuously identify opportunities for process improvement, cost reduction, and operational efficiency enhancements. Implement relevant changes to optimize production output.8. Reporting and Documentation: Maintain accurate records of production activities, shift logs, safety incidents, and equipment performance. Generate shift reports for management review.9. Compliance and Regulations: Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, industry standards, and company policies related to food safety, environmental requirements, and labor laws.10. Emergency Response: Act as the first point of contact during emergencies or incidents, following the company's emergency response protocols.

Qualifications and Skills:

- Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field. Relevant certifications in edible oil processing or related disciplines are advantageous.- Proven experience (typically 3-5 years) in a supervisory or leadership role within an edible oil plant or similar production environment.- In-depth knowledge of edible oil production processes, including extraction, refining, and packaging.- Strong understanding of quality control procedures and industry standards in edible oil processing.- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to effectively manage a diverse team.- Problem-solving abilities and the capacity to make quick decisions in a dynamic production environment.- Familiarity with safety regulations and practices in the food processing industry.- Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as required.

This job description serves as a general overview of the Shift In-charge position for an edible oil plant. Specific responsibilities and requirements may vary based on the company's size, location, and unique operational needs

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