Assistant Production Manager – Lubricant Manufacturing

About the role

We are seeking a motivated Assistant Production Manager to support our lubricant manufacturing plant. Reporting to the Production Manager, you will help plan, supervise and optimise daily operations while maintaining product quality, safety and compliance with HSE and quality standards.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in planning, organising and supervising daily production activities.
• Monitor blending, filling, packaging and other production processes to ensure efficiency and product quality.
• Coordinate production schedules to meet operational targets and customer demand.
• Ensure compliance with HSE policies, quality standards and operational procedures.
• Support troubleshooting of production issues and implement corrective actions.
• Track raw material consumption, production yields and prepare regular performance reports.
• Liaise with Quality Control, Maintenance, Warehouse and Supply Chain teams.
• Participate in continuous‑improvement projects to boost productivity and reduce waste.
• Assist in training and supervising production staff and maintain housekeeping and safety standards.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Petrochemical Engineering, Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry or a related field.
• 4–5 years of experience in lubricant manufacturing, petrochemical production or oil‑blending plants.
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, production planning and quality systems.
• Good English communication skills and ability to work under pressure.

Required skills

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Production reporting systems