Production Manager For Food Industry
Solan, Baddi
A food industry production manager oversees the end-to-end manufacturing process of consumables. They are responsible for production planning, managing factory staff, optimizing workflows, and strictly enforcing food safety and quality standards (such as HACCP and ISO) to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective daily operations
Location Baddi Himachal Pradesh
Essential Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree in Food Technology, Food Science, Industrial Engineering, or Supply Chain Management.
Experience: 8+ years of production experience with a minimum of 6 years in a managerial or supervisory role within the FMCG or food processing industry.
Certifications: Mandatory or highly preferred familiarity with compliance systems like HACCP, ISO 22000, and FSSAI.
Technical Skills: Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and production management tools.
Key Responsibilities
Production Planning: Develop daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules based on customer demand, supply chain forecasts, and plant capacity.
Quality & Compliance Assurance: Ensure all manufactured food meets statutory regulatory standards (e.g., FSSAI, ISO, and HACCP) by strictly monitoring hygiene and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
Team Leadership: Train, manage, and mentor floor staff, chefs, and machine operators while assigning daily duties and ensuring safety protocols are continuously met.
Workflow Optimization: Drive continuous improvement methodologies like Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma to reduce waste, minimize equipment downtime, and lower production costs.
Supply Chain & Inventory: Coordinate with procurement teams to guarantee a steady supply of raw materials and oversee inventory levels of work-in-progress (WIP) and finished goods.
Reporting & Maintenance: Monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) like Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and prepare MIS reports to present to upper management.
Salary
9 Lac To 10 Lac P.A.
Industry
Manufacturing / Production / Quality
Key Skills
Food Technology
Material Planning
Production Planning Control
Factory Operations
Manpower Handling
Problem Solving
Leadership Skills
Team Management Skills
Daily Production Planning
Product Quality
Strategic Communication
Food Production
Coordination Skills
