About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Production Manager PVC / VCM to lead safe, reliable, and efficient operations of the PVC / VCM manufacturing units at Reliance Industries Limited. The role is critical in achieving production targets, ensuring operational excellence, driving continuous improvement, and maintaining the highest standards of Health, Safety, Environment & Fire (HSEF) and Process Safety Management (PSM).

Key Responsibilities

- Ensure implementation of operational discipline, SOPs, SOCs, and HSEF procedures on the plant floor.
- Drive achievement of production targets, yield, quality, energy efficiency, and specific consumption norms.
- Lead and coordinate Process Safety Management (PSM) activities – MSDS, P&ID; updates, MOC tracking, documentation, and compliance.
- Plan, coordinate, and execute plant shutdowns, turnarounds, pre-commissioning, commissioning, and startup activities.
- Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) for process deviations, equipment failures, and quality issues; implement corrective & preventive actions.
- Monitor and control key process parameters, utilities, chemicals, and catalysts consumption.
- Prepare and review MIS, variance reports, and management presentations; support annual budgeting and cost control.




- Prioritize planned and unplanned maintenance activities in coordination with Maintenance and CTS teams.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives (PIOs) for higher throughput, better yields, lower energy consumption, and current product trials.
- Develop, coach, and mentor the production team (shift engineers, day superintendents, and operators); build successors.
- Ensure 100% compliance with OMPRO and other digital tools used for operations management.
- Coordinate material planning and procurement of chemicals, catalysts, and consumables.
- Maintain strong interface with Maintenance, Quality, Technology, Safety, and Business teams.

Required Skills & Competencies

- Strong process knowledge of PVC and VCM manufacturing (polymerization, VCM handling, EDC cracking, purification, etc.).
- Hands-on experience in continuous / batch chemical plant operations, preferably in petrochemical / polymer plants.
- Proven leadership in managing multi-shift production teams.
- Excellent knowledge of HSEF, PSM, and statutory compliance in chemical plants.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Good planning, coordination, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and handle plant emergencies effectively.

📌 Production Manager PVC VCM (Navi Mumbai)
🏢 Reliance Industries (RIL)
📍 Navi Mumbai