Deputy Manager C&I

About the Role:

We are looking for an experienced Control & Instrumentation professional to lead and manage control systems, instrumentation, and automation activities for the plant. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and hands-on experience in maintaining and optimizing control systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Control Systems & Instrumentation

• Design, implement, maintain, and troubleshoot control and instrumentation systems.
• Ensure the reliability, accuracy, and optimum performance of all instrumentation and control equipment.
• Lead automation initiatives to improve plant productivity, efficiency, and product quality.

Paper Machine Automation

• Manage automation, control, and hydraulic systems for high-speed paper machines.
• Optimize machine control systems to improve operational efficiency and process stability.
• Ensure smooth integration of automation systems with plant operations.

PLC, DCS & QCS-Preferably Valmet

• Program, configure, and maintain PLC and DCS systems.
• Operate and maintain QCS to ensure optimum process control.
• Integrate PLC, DCS, and QCS with other plant control systems.

Preventive Maintenance

• Develop and execute preventive maintenance schedules for all control and instrumentation equipment.
• Minimize equipment downtime through timely maintenance and corrective actions.
• Coordinate with production and maintenance teams to ensure uninterrupted operations.

SAP & MIS

• Utilize SAP for maintenance planning, inventory control, spare parts management, and reporting.
• Generate MIS reports on maintenance activities, equipment performance, and system reliability.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of maintenance data in SAP.

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop the Control & Instrumentation team.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and team performance.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, statutory requirements, and company policies.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of industrial automation, instrumentation, PLC, DCS, and Valmet QCS.
• Experience with high-speed paper machine control and hydraulic systems.
• Proficiency in SAP maintenance modules and MIS reporting.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Instrumentation Engineering or Electronics Engineering (B.E./B.Tech.)

Experience

• 10–12 years of relevant experience in Control & Instrumentation, preferably in the paper manufacturing industry.

Compensation

• Competitive and commensurate with experience. Best in the industry.