What are the Key Deliverables in this role?

Financial Outcomes

• Monitor expenses, suggest cost effective alternatives and daily administrative operations.
• Implement robust processes, Controls on RM and FG, alignment basis planning functions, reconciliation of reports/data etc., develop scope of improvement and ensure exchange of information with proper coordination with all internal stakeholders.

Customer Service

• Timely production as per indent volumes.
• Implement & Adhere to Quality standards – FSSAI & FSSC 22000 Requirements & EHS Standards – ISO 45001 & ISO 14001
• Monitoring timely compliance of regulatory audits, stock audits, quality audits and understanding on root cause analysis and closures in plant/production/market levels. Understanding product quality is important.
• Coordination with cross functional departments to support/meet schedules.
• Effective delegation and supervision of all tasks in stipulated time.

Internal Processes

• To plan production schedule and ensure product availability as per requirement
• To co-ordinate with Procurement to ensure availability of RM and PM
• To ensure minimal downtime of the plant by implementing preventive maintenance schedule
• Ensure product is complaint to the quality standards set by the company
• Responsible for continuous improvement activities and SGAs like Kaizen, quality circle etc.
• Ensure adherence to Line efficiency, GMP, Yield, Health & Safety as set by the company
• Efficiency improvement with automation and process improvements
• Manage cost as per budget and initiate & execute cost saving projects
• Manage contractual labour and shifts as per requirement in most cost effective manner
• Adherence to set standard norms for RM and PM
• Ensure compliance to all legal and statutory requirements for the plant
• Accreditation to FSSC 22000 and ISO45000 for the Factory
• Handling of Factory Audits from external agencies
• Ensure that the subordinates have a good working environment and is aligned to company goals
• Motivate all the subordinates to fulfill their schedules and thus Improve control costs and quality
• Training of the production team on GMP, Safety and Product compliance
• Stay up to date on technology trends and process in the FMCG industry
• Ensure  Plant R&M Cost is within budgeted figure 
• Manage over all Plant maintenance in line with safety procedure  
• Ensure Preventive maintenance is scheduled and executed for all line and Equipment /Machine  

Innovation and Learning

• Review Safety, Health, Hygiene, and other Food Safety compliances for the unit.
• Ensure closure of all non–compliances observed during audits within the stipulated time frame.
• Training of Work force and driving company initiatives at shop floor level
• Timely & smooth execution of the R&D Trials/projects while coordinating with the internal and external stakeholders.
• Improvements in existing products – Process & Productivity

What are the Critical success factors for the Role?

• 15-20 years’ experience of working in Manufacturing Plants, preferably in FMCG Manufacturing Plants
• Graduation in Engineering (BE / B-Tech)
• In-depth knowledge about FMCG industry and Food Manufacturing Industry
• Sound knowledge about 5P’s of Good Manufacturing Practices
• Excellent Team Building capability and Leadership skill
• In-depth knowledge of various Business and Management principles (Budgeting, Strategic Planning, Resource Allocation) related to Manufacturing
• Excellent Communication and Interpersonal skill

What are the Desirable success factors for the Role?

• Negotiation and conflict resolution attributes. Sharp production focus with a drive to achieve exceptional results.
• Analytical & People negotiation skills & Basic awareness in Statutory requirements
• Computer proficiency (MS office, SAP, Google drive). Advanced MS office and SAP working knowledge is a must.
• Good Manpower Management skills
• Should have presentation skills and well versed in excel.