Assistant Officer- Research Center Operation

Job Description

Title: Assistant Officer- Research Center Operation

Company Name: Practical Action - Bangladesh.

Vacancy: --

Age: Na

Job Location: Faridpur

Salary: Negotiable

Experience: --

Published: 2026-06-23

Application Deadline: 2026-06-30

Education:

Requirements: --

Skills Required:

Additional Requirements:

Responsibilities & Context:

The purpose of this role is to oversee the day-to-day operations of the plastic recycling plant 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 managing plant personnel to achieve operational targets. As a key member of the operations team, he/she works closely with maintenance, procurement, warehouse, and management teams to optimize resource utilization, minimize downtime, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. He/she contributes to the overall productivity, sustainability, and operational excellence of the recycling facility.

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 plant 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 plant 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.