Position Overview
We are seeking a hands-on, dependable, and safety-conscious Plant Site Supervisor to oversee our daily biomass processing operations. In this role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end production of biomass pellets and biochar, utilizing a pellet-making machine and a pyrolyser unit.
You will directly manage a small team of 3 laborers, ensuring efficient feedstock preparation, smooth machinery operation, quality control of finished products, and strict adherence to safety protocols.
Key Responsibilities
1. Operations & Production Management
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Machinery Operation: Oversee the daily setup, operation, and basic maintenance of the pellet-making machine and the pyrolyser.
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Feedstock Management: Monitor and manage incoming biomass feedstock (sorting, drying, and ensuring proper moisture levels for optimal pelletization).
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Production Output: Meet daily and weekly production targets for high-quality pellets and biochar.
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Inventory Control: Track raw materials and manage the bagging, storage, and dispatch of finished products (pellets and biochar).
2. Team Leadership & Supervision
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Supervise Personnel: Direct, motivate, and manage a team of 3 plant laborers.
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Task Assignment: Allocate daily tasks (e.g., loading feedstock, operating bagging machines, clearing debris) to ensure a smooth workflow.
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Training: Train laborers on safe material handling, efficient tool usage, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
3. Maintenance, Safety, & Compliance
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Routine Maintenance: Perform and supervise basic preventive maintenance (greasing, cleaning, clearing jams) on the pyrolyser and pellet mill to minimize downtime.
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Safety Enforcement: Ensure all team members wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and follow strict safety guidelines, especially around high-temperature pyrolysis equipment.
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Housekeeping: Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free plant environment.
Qualifications & Skills
Experience: Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing, agricultural, or processing plant environment. Experience operating pellet mills, pyrolysers, briquette machines, or similar thermal/mechanical processing equipment is highly desirable.-
Leadership: Proven ability to supervise, lead, and work alongside a small team of laborers.
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Technical Aptitude: Mechanically inclined; ability to troubleshoot minor equipment issues and perform basic maintenance.
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Physical Stamina: Ability to work in a physical plant environment, stand for long periods, and lift up to 50 lbs if necessary.
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Communication: Clear verbal communication skills to effectively direct laborers and report production metrics to upper management.
Work Environment & Benefits
Job Type: Full-time, On-site-
Location: Uttrakhand
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Working Conditions: This is a hands-on, shop-floor role. The environment may be dusty, hot (near the pyrolyser), and loud.
