Chief Process Engineer / Technologist

A major manufacturing enterprise is seeking a qualified Chief Process Engineer / Head of Production specializing in protective films and adhesive tapes for PVC profiles to join our team in Navoi, Uzbekistan . Tasks Production Management: Oversee daily manufacturing operations and organize technological processes for producing protective films and adhesive tapes/stickers for PVC profiles. Equipment Setup & Launch: Calibrate, configure, and operate production machinery across extrusion, adhesive coating, slitting, and printing/branding lines. Quality Assurance: Control product quality across all stages, ensuring precise adhesion levels, density, tensile strength, dimensional accuracy, and compliance with technical standards. Formulation & Optimization: Prepare raw materials, calculate polymer recipes, and fine-tune technological parameters. Cost Optimization: Systematically work on reducing production costs without compromising product quality. Troubleshooting: Identify defect root causes, quickly resolve line malfunctions, and optimize workflow efficiency. Documentation & Inventory: Maintain production reporting, technical documentation, and tracking of raw materials and finished goods. Plan Execution: Monitor production targets, output norms, and line efficiency. Team Leadership: Coordinate line operators and foremen, while maintaining close collaboration with Quality Control (QC). Final Processing: Supervise proper winding, slitting, packaging, labeling, and transfer of finished goods to the warehouse. Requirements Experience: 3+ years of proven experience as a Process Engineer, Technologist, or Production Manager in protective films or polymer extrusion. Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of film extrusion technologies, raw material preparation, adhesive coating, and winding processes. Track Record: Demonstrated experience in cost reduction and quality enhancement. Languages: Fluency in English or Russian is required; knowledge of Uzbek and Turkish is a strong plus. Leadership Skills: Strong team management abilities and experience maintaining operational documentation. Benefits Relocation Support: Free housing provided for candidates relocating from other regions. Transport: Company vehicle provided and travel expenses covered. Meals: Free daily hot lunches provided on-site. Official Employment: Full legal registration and stable employment. The plant is in Navoi, Uzbekistan. Job is onsite only.