Overview
Chemical & Process Engineer (Senior Executive).
The selected candidate will be based at our Buttala Factory. Accommodation will be provided.
Key Responsibilities
Monitor, control, and optimize critical dairy production processes including spray drying, falling film evaporation, pasteurization, and sterilization
Ensure optimal performance, energy efficiency, and minimal downtime of major equipment such as spray dryers and evaporators
Analyze process data to identify bottlenecks and implement productivity and quality improvements
Oversee preventive maintenance activities and support TPM initiatives to enhance equipment reliability
Ensure full compliance with FSSC, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards
Lead continuous improvement and Lean Manufacturing initiatives to reduce waste, energy usage, and production costs
Manage and monitor RO Water Plant and Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP) operations to meet environmental standards
Collaborate with Production, QA, Maintenance, R&D, EHS, and Supply Chain teams to achieve production targets
Mentor and guide junior engineers, operators, and technicians
Prepare production, process performance, audit, and sustainability reports for management
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Food Science & Technology, Dairy Technology, or a related field
Minimum 2 years’ experience in dairy or food processing operations
Hands-on exposure to spray drying (preferably 10 MT/day capacity), evaporators, pasteurizers, and sterilized milk processes
Experience working in FSSC, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 certified plants
Knowledge of RO water systems and Effluent Treatment Plants (ETP)
Exposure to Lean Manufacturing / TPM environments will be an added advantage
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Degree Specialization
1. Chemical Engineering
2. Food Science and Technology
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