Practical Action - Bangladesh.
Requirements
Education
- Bachelor/Honors
Experience
- At least 1 year
- The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): NGO
Additional Requirements
- Female candidates are encouraged to apply.
- Candidates who identify as Indigenous People are encouraged to apply.
- Bachelor`s degree in any subjects or a related field.
- Minimum 1–3 years of experience in manufacturing, recycling, or plastic processing operations.
- Experience in supervising production teams is preferred.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Knowledge of plastic recycling processes and machinery.
- Understanding of occupational health, safety, and environmental regulations.
- Problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Good communication and reporting skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and PowerPoint).
Competencies
- Teamworking with accountability (Foundation level)
- Nurturing, leading and management of internal relationships (Foundation level)
- Nurturing, leading and management of external relationships (Foundation level)
- Personal effectiveness and self-led (Foundation level)
- Timely & effective delivery of role development (Foundation level)
Responsibilities & Context
The purpose of this role is to oversee the day-to-day operations of the plastic recycling plant and ensure the efficient, safe, and high-quality production of recycled plastic products. The Assistant Officer- Research Center Operation is responsible for supervising production processes, maintaining quality standards, promoting health, safety, and environmental compliance, and managing plant personnel to achieve operational targets. As a key member of the operations team, he/she works closely with maintenance, procurement, warehouse, and management teams to optimize resource utilization, minimize downtime, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. He/she contributes to the overall productivity, sustainability, and operational excellence of the recycling facility.
Key Responsibilities
Production Operations
- Supervise daily plastic recycling processes, including sorting, washing, shredding, extrusion, and pelletizing.
- Ensure production targets and operational schedules are achieved.
- Monitor equipment performance and coordinate maintenance activities to minimize downtime.
- Optimize plant efficiency and resource utilization
Quality Control
- Ensure recycled plastic products meet specified quality standards.
- Monitor raw material quality and processing parameters.
- Conduct regular inspections and implement corrective actions when necessary.
- Maintain quality assurance records and reports.
Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE)
- Enforce workplace health and safety policies and procedures.
- Conduct safety briefings and toolbox meetings.
- Ensure proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Monitor compliance with environmental regulations and waste management practices.
- Investigate and report accidents, incidents, and near misses.
Team Management
- Supervise plant operators, technicians, and support staff.
- Assign tasks and monitor employee performance.
- Provide training and coaching to improve operational skills and safety awareness.
- Foster teamwork and maintain discipline within the workforce.
Inventory and Resource Management
- Monitor stock levels of raw materials, spare parts, and consumables.
- Coordinate with procurement and warehouse teams for timely supply.
- Minimize material losses and improve resource efficiency.
Reporting and Documentation
- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly production reports.
- Maintain records of production output, downtime, maintenance, and safety incidents.
- Report operational issues and recommend improvement measures to management.
Continuous Improvement
- Identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality, and cost efficiency.
- Implement process improvement initiatives and best practices.
- Support the adoption of new technologies and recycling methods.
To apply for this job email your details to apply@chakricircular.com