Assistant Officer - Research Center Operation

Job Description

Title: Assistant Officer - Research Center Operation

Company Name: Practical Action - Bangladesh.

Vacancy: 01

Age: 25 to 50 years

Job Location: Faridpur

Salary: Negotiable

Experience:

• 1 to 3 years

• Bachelor/Honors

• 1 to 3 years

• Age 25 to 50 years

• 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)

The purpose of this role is to oversee the day-to-day operations of the research center 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 coordinating research center operations to achieve operational targets. As a key member of the operations team, S/he works closely with maintenance, procurement, warehouse, and management teams to optimize resource utilization, minimize downtime, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. S/he contributes to overall productivity, sustainability, and operational excellence.

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 operational 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 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.