Key Responsibilities: 1.

Production Planning

Execution

- Develop and implement production schedules to meet demand forecasts.

- Ensure efficient utilization of raw materials , manpower, and equipment.

- Monitor milk intake, pasteurization, homogenization, fermentation, and packaging processes.

2.

Process Optimization

Efficiency

- Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Kaizen, Six Sigma).

- Reduce waste, downtime, and energy consumption to improve cost efficiency.

- Optimize yield and minimize production losses .

3.

Quality

Compliance

- Ensure compliance with HACCP, ISO 22000, FSSC 22000, GMP, and other food safety regulations .

- Work closely with the Quality Assurance team to maintain product standards.

- Monitor critical control points (CCPs) in production to prevent defects.

4.

Equipment Process

Control

- Oversee maintenance and calibration of dairy processing equipment.

- Troubleshoot production issues and work with the maintenance team to minimize downtime.

- Implement CIP (Cleaning-in-Place)



and SIP (Sterilization-in-Place) protocols for hygiene.

5.

Workforce Management

Training

- Supervise and coordinate production staff to ensure smooth operations.

- Conduct training on food safety, hygiene, and operational best practices .

- Maintain a safe working environment , ensuring adherence to workplace safety regulations.

6.

Inventory Supply Chain

Coordination

- Coordinate with supply chain and procurement to ensure timely availability of raw materials.

- Manage inventory levels for ingredients, packaging materials, and finished products.

- Reduce wastage through effective stock rotation (FIFO, FEFO methods) .

7.

Troubleshooting Customer

Satisfaction

- Investigate production defects, yield losses, and process inefficiencies .

- Implement corrective actions and prevent recurrence of issues.

- Support current product development (NPD) and trials for process feasibility.

📌 Production Specialist (Chennai)
🏢 lactalis india
📍 Chennai