Production Manager (Food industry)

As a Production Manager in the Food Industry, you will be responsible for leading and managing production and plant operations. Your role will involve overseeing internal and third-party manufacturing units, ensuring timely production planning and execution, and optimizing plant performance to meet demand forecasts and business requirements. It is essential to have a deep understanding of food safety, quality systems, and audit compliance to ensure products are manufactured efficiently, safely, and to the highest standards. Key Responsibilities: - Oversee end-to-end production processes, both internal and with third-party manufacturers. - Manage contract manufacturing partners to ensure consistent quality, efficiency, and compliance with company standards. - Ensure adherence to national and international food safety standards and lead audits to drive continuous improvement. - Mentor and manage production and plant teams, fostering a high-performance, safety-conscious culture. - Implement lean manufacturing practices and report key production KPIs to senior management. Qualifications & Skills: - Bachelor's degree in Food Technology, Dairy Engineering, Biotechnology, or related fields (Master's preferred). - Minimum 8 years of experience in food or allied manufacturing sector with proven success in managing contract manufacturers and plant operations. - Experience working with multinational companies in a regulated manufacturing environment. - Strong understanding of food safety standards, quality control, and regulatory requirements. - Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills with the ability to make sound decisions under pressure. This is a full-time position with a salary range of 60,000 to 80,000, based on interview performance and experience. The role also includes benefits such as Provident Fund. If you have at least 5 years of experience in contract manufacturers for multi-nationals, quality and safety audits, food industry, food production, plant management, food technology, and biotechnology engineering, we encourage you to apply for this challenging and rewarding opportunity.,