Role & responsibilities

Operations & Production Management
Oversee daily factory operations including production scheduling, planning, and execution.
Ensure production targets are met while maintaining product quality, cost control, and timely delivery.
Implement lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
Optimize factory workflows and processes to maximize productivity.

Team Leadership & Workforce Management
Manage, train, and develop production supervisors and line staff.
Foster a positive and safety-first culture across the factory.
Monitor labour needs and manage staffing levels based on production demands.

Quality & Compliance
Ensure adherence to food safety standards (e.g., HACCP, ISO, FSSC, GMP).
Work closely with Quality Assurance to address non-conformances and implement corrective actions.
Collaborate with R&D; and Quality teams on current product introductions and process improvements.

Maintenance & Equipment




Coordinate with maintenance teams to minimize downtime and ensure equipment reliability.
Approve capital expenditures and plan for machinery upgrades or replacements.

Reporting & Budget Management
Prepare and present production reports, KPIs, and performance metrics.
Manage budgets for production operations and control operational costs.

Preferred candidate profile
Bachelor's degree in Food Technology, Engineering, Business Management, or a related field.
15+ years of experience in production/operations management in the food industry.
Robust understanding of food safety and regulatory standards.
Experience with ERP systems, production planning tools, and lean manufacturing principles.
Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Contact Details Ms. Gayathri B

90030 43770

Senior Manager HR

📌 Head Factory Operations Chennai
🏢 Cookie Man
📍 Chennai