Phosphating Plant In-Charge / Chemist / Executive

Job Description:

Qualification

B.Sc. / M.Sc. in Chemistry or B.Sc. with Chemistry as a major subject.

Candidates with relevant experience in chemical processing, surface treatment, phosphating or pickling operations will be preferred.

Experience

3 to 8 years of relevant experience in:

• Phosphating Plant
• Pickling Plant
• Surface Treatment Plant
• Tube Manufacturing
• Steel / Engineering Manufacturing
• Chemical Processing Industry

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise the complete phosphating process and plant operations.
• Ensure proper preparation, operation and maintenance of phosphating baths and chemical treatment tanks.
• Monitor and control critical process parameters such as:
• Chemical concentration
• pH value
• Temperature
• Treatment time
• Bath condition
• Surface quality
• Ensure proper pre-treatment, degreasing, pickling, rinsing and phosphating processes.
• Maintain proper chemical dosing and ensure timely bath analysis and replenishment.
• Coordinate with the Quality Department for process inspection and quality control.
• Maintain process records, chemical consumption records and daily production reports.
• Identify process deviations and take corrective action to maintain consistent product quality.
• Ensure proper handling, storage and usage of chemicals as per safety procedures.
• Ensure compliance with safety requirements, PPE usage and environmental requirements.
• Coordinate with Production, Quality, Maintenance and Stores Departments for smooth operations.
• Supervise and guide operators and contract manpower working in the phosphating plant.
• Monitor chemical consumption and minimize process wastage.
• Ensure proper housekeeping and 5S practices in the plant area.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives for process efficiency, quality improvement and cost reduction.

Additional Advantage

Knowledge of pickling and surface treatment processes in tube manufacturing companies, particularly:

• Acid pickling
• Degreasing
• Rinsing
• Phosphating
• Chemical bath control
• Surface preparation of tubes
• Process parameter monitoring

will be considered an added advantage.

Required Skills

• Good knowledge of chemical process control.
• Knowledge of phosphating and pickling chemicals and processes.
• Ability to monitor and control chemical bath parameters.
• Understanding of quality requirements and surface treatment standards.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of industrial safety and chemical handling procedures.
• Ability to lead and supervise plant operators and manpower.
• Good coordination and communication skills.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Phosphating process quality and consistency.
• Reduction in chemical consumption and wastage.
• Compliance with process parameters.
• Reduction in rejection and rework due to surface treatment defects.
• Timely completion of production schedules.
• Compliance with safety and environmental requirements.
• Proper maintenance of process records and documentation.
• Effective manpower utilization and plant housekeeping.