What are the Key Deliverables in this role?

Customer Service

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure optimal performance
• Create and manage production schedules to meet production targets and deadlines.
• Coordinate with different departments and teams to ensure smooth workflow.

Internal Processes

• Ensure high levels of productivity & engagement within factory teams
• Should be able to interact with internal stakeholders like production, Safety, quality, HR and resolve the issues in day-to-day activities
• Supporting team for internal and external audits related work

Innovation & Learning

• Work together with the indenter / user departments to ensure that required materials are made available to user departments.
• Research, evaluate, and recommend investments in technology, capital, equipment, systems, or other assets that will enhance the plant’s production capabilities
• Monitor production processes to ensure products meet quality and safety standards.
• Implement quality control procedures and identify areas for improvement
• Lead, train, and motivate production staff to achieve production goals
• Ensure that staff adhere to company policies and regulations
• Manage inventory of raw materials, packaging materials, and finished goods.
• Coordinate with suppliers and procurement teams to ensure timely availability of materials
• Analyze production data to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement.
• Implement process improvements to enhance productivity and reduce waste.
• Ensure all production activities comply with health and safety regulations.
• Conduct regular safety audits and training sessions for staff.
• Maintain accurate records of production activities, including production volumes, quality checks, and maintenance activities.
• Prepare regular reports for management on production performance and issues.

What are the Critical success factors for the Position?

• Bachelor’s degree in food science, Food Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience (3+ years) in a production role within the food industry.
• Strong understanding of food safety standards (e.g., HACCP, ISO, FSMA).
• Proficient in using production management software and MS Office Suite.
• Computer proficiency (MS office, SAP, MIS reports)
• Proven experience as an Equipment Technician in a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Aptitude for working under pressure and managing emergencies.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles is a plus.
• Analytical skills to assess and improve production processes.
• Ability to manage a variety of cross-functional team members. Excellent organizational and follow-up skills.
• Competent in problem solving, team building, planning and decision making and commercially aware.
• Basic awareness of statutory requirements

What are the Desirable success factors for the Position?

• Knowledge of Food industry preferably in Spice production, Ready to eat/cook & Beverage process
• Good communication skills (English / Hindi / Marathi)
• Good in Manpower Management Skills
• Strong management and leadership skills