Shift In-charge - Distillery & ETP at Ascentech Services Limited

Job Summary

• We are looking for a competent and responsible Shift In charge to oversee the day-to-day operations of the Distillery and Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP) during assigned shifts.
• The ideal candidate will ensure smooth operation, process efficiency, and compliance with safety and environmental regulations, while leading a team of operators and technicians.

Key Responsibilities

• Distillery Operations:
• Supervise and monitor all distillery processes, including Milling, liquification fermentation, distillation, CO2 recovery & WTP.
• Ensure optimal operation of distillation columns, fermenters, heat exchangers, and storage systems etp.
• Coordinate raw material feeding, product collection, and process parameter adjustments.
• Maintain process parameters to achieve targeted production efficiency and yield.
• Monitor utilities (steam, water, power) and ensure their efficient usage.

ETP Operations:

• Oversee operations of anaerobic digesters, clarifiers, aeration tanks, and sludge handling systems.
• Monitor COD, BOD, pH, TSS, and other key effluent parameters to ensure compliance with pollution control board norms.
• Coordinate with lab team for regular sampling and reporting.
• Identify abnormalities and take corrective actions to avoid environmental violations.
• Shift Management:
• Lead, train, and coordinate with plant operators, helpers, and maintenance team during shift hours.
• Maintain shift logbooks, reports, and production data.
• Ensure proper communication during shift handovers.
• Report breakdowns, deviations, and emergency incidents to higher management.
• Health, Safety & Compliance:
• Implement and enforce safety procedures and plant hygiene standards.
• Ensure usage of PPEs and compliance with EHS policies.
• Support internal and external audits (safety, quality, environment).
• Participate in emergency preparedness and safety drills.

Qualifications

• Diploma / B.Tech in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 4–8 years of experience in distillery operations and ETP (ethanol/sugar/alcohol industries preferred).
• Knowledge of fermentation/distillation processes and biological/chemical ETP systems.
• Familiarity with process instrumentation, SCADA/DCS operation.

Key Skills:

• Leadership and team handling
• Process troubleshooting and analytical thinking
• EHS and regulatory compliance
• Record keeping and reporting
• Strong communication and coordination.