Plant Head - Chips Factory

Roles and Responsibilities : 1. Production Management Plan and execute daily production schedules to meet demand. Ensure optimal use of raw materials, labor, and machinery. Maintain productivity levels and reduce downtime. 2. Quality Control Ensure chips meet quality and food safety standards (taste, texture, hygiene). Implement and monitor HACCP, FSSAI, and ISO standards. Coordinate with the QA/QC team for regular product testing. 3. Machinery & Maintenance Oversee proper functioning of frying machines, seasoning equipment, packing lines, etc. Schedule preventive maintenance and attend to breakdowns promptly. Ensure timely calibration and servicing of equipment. 4. Raw Material & Inventory Management Coordinate with purchase team for timely availability of raw materials (potatoes, oil, spices, etc.). Monitor raw material usage and reduce wastage. Maintain records of inward/outward stock and finished goods. 5. Manpower & Shift Management Allocate workers to various departments (cutting, frying, seasoning, packing). Supervise attendance, shift schedules, and productivity. Provide on-job training to workers on hygiene and safety. 6. Health, Safety & Hygiene Ensure cleanliness across production and storage areas. Enforce use of PPE (gloves, caps, uniforms). Conduct regular fire safety and emergency drills. 7. Cost & Efficiency Control Reduce production cost by improving operational efficiency. Track power, fuel, and water consumption. Analyze and reduce rework and waste generation. 8. Documentation & Compliance Maintain production logs, maintenance records, and inspection reports. Ensure compliance with labor laws, FSSAI, Pollution Control Board norms, etc. Support audits – internal, statutory, and customer-based. 9. Coordination Liaise with R&D for new product trials or changes in recipe. Coordinate with warehouse, logistics, and sales teams for smooth dispatch. Communicate with head office for reporting and approvals. 10. Reporting & Review Submit daily, weekly, and monthly plant performance reports. Conduct regular reviews with team and report critical issues to management. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month Work Location: Remote Application Deadline: 22/06/2025