Technical Head

Company Profile: - Construction Chemicals Mfg. Plant

Designation: - Technical & Plant Head

Location: East Africa

Job Role Overview:-

We are seeking an experienced Plant & Technical Head to lead the establishment, commissioning, and operations of a Construction Chemicals manufacturing facility. The role will be responsible for product development for Dry-Mix Mortars, Tile Adhesives, Grouts, Waterproofing Systems, Repair Mortars, Flooring Systems, Non-Shrink Grouts, and Concrete Admixtures, manufacturing excellence, quality systems, technical services, and team leadership while ensuring compliance with international standards.

Key Responsibilities: -

1. Product Development & Technical Leadership

- Lead formulation and development of dry-mix and liquid construction chemical products.

- Benchmark products against leading brands and international standards.

- Optimize formulations for performance, cost-effectiveness, and manufacturing efficiency.

- Drive continuous product improvement based on market and customer feedback.

2. Raw Material & Supplier Management

- Approve and qualify raw materials and suppliers.

- Evaluate local and imported raw material sources.

- Establish technical specifications and quality standards for incoming materials.

- Manage supplier performance and alternate sourcing strategies.

3. Plant Setup & Manufacturing Operations

- Lead plant design, installation, commissioning, and production start-up activities.

- Oversee production planning, process efficiency, yield improvement, and cost control.

- Ensure smooth plant operations, maintenance coordination, and inventory management.

- Drive manufacturing excellence and continuous improvement initiatives.

4. Quality Assurance & R&D

- Establish and manage QA/QC and R&D laboratories.

- Define testing protocols, product specifications, and quality standards.

- Ensure compliance with international construction chemical standards.

- Support product validation, certification, and performance testing.

5. Technical Service & Customer Support

- Provide technical guidance to customers, contractors, consultants, and project teams.

- Handle product performance issues and customer complaints.

- Conduct product demonstrations, application trials, and training programs.

- Develop technical datasheets, application guides, and related documentation.

6. Team Leadership

- Build and lead Production, QA/QC, R&D, Maintenance, and Technical Service teams.

- Develop SOPs, training plans, performance objectives, and succession plans.

- Mentor and develop technical talent within the organization.

7. Cost, Compliance & EHS

- Drive cost optimization through formulation improvements and process efficiencies.

- Monitor product profitability and manufacturing costs.

- Ensure compliance with EHS, safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.

- Promote a culture of safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Desired Candidate: -

- B.E. / B.Tech / M.Tech in Chemical, Civil, Materials Engineering, or related discipline.

- 15–25 years of experience, including 12+ years in Construction Chemicals.

- Minimum 5 years in a Plant Head, Technical Head, Manufacturing Head, or similar leadership role.

- Strong experience in Dry-Mix Mortars, Tile Adhesives, Grouts, Waterproofing Systems, Repair Mortars, Flooring Systems, Non-Shrink Grouts, and Concrete Admixtures.

Contact Person: -

Rina Arun

[email protected]

9904322770