Job Description

Job Title

: Assistant Manager - Safety

Department

: EHS (Environment, Health & Safety)

Reporting To

: Plant Head
Key Responsibilities:

1. Safety Management System

? Implement and maintain plant-wide safety programs in compliance with Factory Act, NDMA, OSHA, and WHO-GMP guidelines.
? Conduct risk assessments (HIRA, JSA) specifically for pellets manufacturing processes including extrusion, spheronization, drying, and coating.
? Develop and update safety SOPs for all high-risk activities.

2. Hazard Identification and Control

? Monitor and control dust generation and potential explosion risks during sifting, milling, and pelletizing.
? Ensure safe handling, storage, and disposal of flammable solvents (used in coating or granulation).
? Implement explosion-proof systems, grounding, and ventilation in ATEX zones.
? Ensure safety in high-temperature operations (fluid bed dryer, tray dryer, etc.).
? Prevent mechanical hazards in rotating equipment (extruders, spheronizers, granulators).

3. Audits and Compliance

? Coordinate and support internal and external EHS audits (including regulatory inspections).
? Ensure statutory compliance with safety-related permits, licenses, and returns.
? Maintain MSDS library and hazardous chemical registers.

4. Incident Management

? Investigate all accidents, near-misses, and unsafe practices; maintain records and initiate CAPA.
? Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and implement preventive measures.
? Maintain and update incident tracking systems.

5. Emergency Preparedness

? Develop and periodically update On-site Emergency Plans and Mock Drills for fire, chemical leaks, and explosion scenarios.
? Ensure operability and maintenance of fire-fighting systems, fire extinguishers, hydrants, and PPEs.
? Train plant personnel on emergency response, spill control, and first aid.

6. Training and Awareness

? Conduct regular safety induction for new employees, contractors, and visitors.
? Deliver safety training on HAZOP, PPE usage, LOTO, confined space entry, and chemical handling.
? Drive employee engagement in EHS programs like tool-box talks, safety weeks, and audits.
Qualifications & Skills:
? Education: B.Sc./B.Tech in Safety, Environment, Chemical Engineering, or related field; Advanced Diploma in Industrial Safety (ADIS) is mandatory.
? Experience: 6-10 years of experience in safety roles within pharmaceutical or chemical industries; experience in a pellets manufacturing setup is preferred.
? Knowledge: OSHA, WHO-GMP, NDMA guidelines, Risk Assessment tools (HAZOP, JSA), ETP operations.
? Tools: Proficiency in MS Office, Safety Audit Tools, ERP/Compliance Software.

Contact : 3ghr27@gmail.com

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ?500,000.00 - ?600,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person