General Manager

Meridian Polymers Pvt. Ltd. is hiring an experienced General Manager to lead plant operations at our Bidar, Karnataka facility. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience working in a chemical manufacturing unit, with a Mechanical or Chemical Engineering background, along with strong leadership, technical expertise, and a culture of compliance and operational excellence to deliver consistent, globally-benchmarked product quality.

Location: Bidar, Karnataka — No accommodation provided

Salary Range : ₹14–16 LPA

Qualification: B.Sc./M.Sc. in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or Industrial Chemistry, Chemical Engineering

Experience: 8–10 years in a chemical manufacturing unit; experience in cellulose derivatives, specialty chemicals, etc preferred

Please DO NOT apply if your expected CTC is above 16 LPA, and if you are not willing to relocate to Bidar, Karnataka.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead plant operations across production, quality, maintenance, and safety
• Develop and implement strategies to optimise manufacturing efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance product quality.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, ISO, EHS, and other regulatory & statutory requirements
• Oversee resource planning, budgeting, and team management
• Build a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence
• Coordinate with R&D, supply chain, and QA to hit production targets
• Track KPIs and implement corrective actions
• Lead audits and ensure inspection readiness (customer and regulatory)

Required Skills

• Strong grasp of chemical/pharmaceutical manufacturing processes
• Proven leadership managing cross-functional teams
• Working knowledge of GMP, EHS, KAIZEN, Six Sigma, and related standards
• DCS-operated plant experience is a plus
• Excellent communication, decision-making, and organizational skills
• Track record of driving productivity and building high-performing teams