Plant Head

Plant Head [Dry Fruits)

Reports to: Director Operations/ COO

Industry: Food Processing, Nuts & Dry Fruits (FMCG)

🔍 About the Role

Lead the Jammu manufacturing unit end‑to‑end across Production, PPC, Quality, Engineering, Utilities, Warehousing, HR/Admin, EHS, and Compliance. Deliver world‑class productivity, quality, and cost efficiency for a high‑SKU, fast‑moving food processing environment.

🎯 Key Responsibilities

1. Plant Operations

• Oversee complete operations: receiving, sorting, grading, roasting, seasoning, packing, and dispatch.
• Achieve production targets, OEE improvements, yield optimization, downtime control, and efficient changeovers.
• Drive daily reviews, performance dashboards, and process discipline.

2. PPC (Production Planning & Control)

• Lead production planning aligned with demand forecasts, SKU mix, capacity availability, and RM/PM readiness.
• Ensure accurate scheduling, WIP visibility, adherence to plans, and smooth coordination with SCM, QA, and stores.

3. Engineering, Maintenance & Utilities

• Own preventive/predictive maintenance and equipment reliability across processing & packing lines.
• Manage utilities: compressors, boilers/steam, HVAC/cold rooms, water systems, DG sets, fire systems.
• Improve MTTR/MTBF, manage AMC/vendor performance, and drive energy and utility cost optimization.

4. Quality & Food Safety

• Ensure compliance with FSSAI, HACCP, ISO 22000, BRC/IFS.
• Maintain stringent QA checks for RM/WIP/FG—moisture, aflatoxin, grading, sensory, metal detection, hygiene.
• Lead RCA/CAPA for deviations and support complaint resolution.

5. Stores, Warehouse & Dispatch

• Oversee RM/PM and FG warehouse operations—FEFO/FIFO, accuracy, hygiene, and space utilization.
• Ensure dispatch efficiency and alignment with supply chain timelines.

6. EHS, Statutory & Compliance

• Ensure 100% compliance with labor laws, factory act, environmental regulations, fire norms, and EHS standards.
• Drive a safety-first culture with SOPs, audits, and training.

7. People Leadership

• Manage staff and contract workforce; ensure capability building across Production, QA, Maintenance, Stores.
• Maintain discipline, shopfloor morale, and team development.

8. Cost & Capex Management

• Own plant budgets, monitor cost drivers, reduce wastage, and improve energy efficiency.
• Propose and implement capex for new equipment, automation, capacity enhancements, and safety upgrades.

9. Reporting & Stakeholder Management

• Provide clear, timely updates on KPIs, cost, quality, safety, and improvement projects.
• Coordinate closely with central SCM, QA, Finance, and NPD teams.

Qualifications & Experience

• B.Tech/B.E. (Mechanical/Production/Food Tech/Industrial)
• 15–22 years in FMCG/Food Processing; end-to-end plant management
• Exposure to nuts/dry fruits/snacks/spices manufacturing preferred
• Must have experience in high‑SKU, hygiene-sensitive environments

💰 Compensation & Location

Budget: Up to ₹38 LPA Fixed

Location: Sonipat

💡 Why Consider This Role

• High visibility with leadership teams
• Opportunity to work on impactful analytics initiatives
• Strong focus on automation and modern BI practices
• Fast-paced, growth-oriented environment

If this aligns with your experience, I’d be happy to connect and share more details.

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