CIEL HR
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cielhr.com
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Company Description
CIEL HR is a premier Executive Search & Talent Advisory Firm currently retained by a leading, highly respected global player in the textile chemical and specialty materials sector. On behalf of our client, we are seeking a seasoned technical professional for a critical role based at their state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Baroda.
Role Description
Process Development Chemist. This role acts as a critical technical bridge between laboratory innovation and large-scale plant production.
The selected candidate will lead laboratory experiments, spearhead new product introductions (NPI), drive operational excellence (OPEX) savings, and ensure "right-first-time" quality while troubleshooting plant deviations. This role features a highly dynamic, global-regional matrix scope (40% Local, 40% Regional, 20% Global).
Key Responsibilities
Lab Experiments & Process Validation- Conduct rigorous laboratory experiments for new product validations, plant troubleshooting, and cost-saving initiatives.
- Evaluate finished good quality against precise specifications and yield targets to eliminate off-spec production before plant scaling.
- Perform performance test evaluations for alternate raw material suppliers to optimize key raw material onboarding and mitigate site risks.
Plant Introduction & Troubleshooting- Lead new product introduction trials directly on the plant floor to accelerate commercialization.
- Provide expert technical guidance to plant teams for in-process deviation rectifications and the rework of off-spec products to achieve prime quality standards.
Safety & Compliance- Prepare detailed Process Risk Assessments and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Participate actively in site HAZOP studies to maintain strict safety standards (adhering to SHE GL_26_Product Data Management and NPI guidelines).
Role Requirements & Qualifications
- Education: Master’s Degree in Chemistry (M.Sc. or equivalent) is strictly required.
- Experience: 5 to 8 years of solid hands-on experience in Process Development (PD) or Research & Development (R&D).
- Technical Competencies:
- Deep understanding of chemistry concepts for intermediates and finished goods within the Textile Chemical Industry.
- Demonstrated ability to interpret and compare new chemical processes with existing manufacturing setups.
- Proven proficiency in interpreting HPLC and application dyeing analytical reports.
- Strong mastery of impurity analysis and assessing its impact on final product quality.
- Core technical problem-solving skills to troubleshoot chemical deviations under autonomy.
Team & Stakeholder Interaction
- Indirect Leadership: Provide cross-functional guidance to an indirect team of 1 to 5 personnel, including QC Chemists, Production Shift Chemists, and Lead Shift Chemists.
- Technical Project Supervision: Coordinate technical workflows for a project team of 1 to 5 members (QC, Production, Operators, and Maintenance Engineers).
- Cross-Functional Communication: * Collaborate daily with Production and QC teams, translating complex chemical data to broad operational audiences.
- Interface weekly with Global R&T / Global Technology Platforms using persuasive communication to align process methodologies.
- Coordinate weekly with Supply Chain teams regarding raw material evaluations.
Preferred Industry Experience
- Specialty Chemicals manufacturing
- Textile Chemicals, Dyes, and Auxiliaries
- Polymer / Intermediates processing
CTC : Best in the Industry
How to ApplyAs the consulting partner for this mandate, we ensure a streamlined and consultative interview process. If you meet the structural requirements of 5–8 years of PD/R&D experience in chemistry, please submit your updated CV via email to saraswathi.rao@cielhr.com.
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