Job Summary

Own end-to-end factory operations: production planning and execution, packing, quality, purchase and inventory; manage the plant budget and optimise resource allocation for cost-effective, quality-focused output; drive process improvement through 5S, Kaizen and Lean; ensure GMP, EHS and statutory compliance; lead and develop the factory team; adopt technology to improve efficiency.

Key Performance Indicators

Production plan vs actual and on-time in-full dispatch; Overall Equipment Effectiveness above 80%; yield and raw material wastage reduction; conversion cost and cost savings vs budget; in-process and final rejection rate; market complaint closure; zero statutory non-compliance; certifications achieved and renewed; accident frequency rate and EHS compliance; RM/PM availability and inventory vs norm

Qualification (Minimum Requirement; Additional Preferences)

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Production, Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial), Pharmacy, Chemistry or Food Technology. MBA in Operations or Supply Chain Management preferred. Certification in Lean, Six Sigma, GMP or Supply Chain Management is an added advantage.

Years of Experience

15+ years in manufacturing operations, with a minimum of 5 years in a plant or factory leadership role. Preferably in FMCG, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical or Ayurvedic manufacturing.

Industry Background / Specific Requirements

Extensive experience managing end-to-end plant operations (production, packing, quality, purchase, stores, maintenance and statutory compliance) in a GMP-compliant facility; manufacturing of oral liquids, lozenges, powders and capsules; knowledge of Drug, Food, Factory Act, Fire and Pollution Control requirements; expertise in QMS and ISO standards, audits and certifications; Lean, 5S, Kaizen, Six Sigma and SPC; demand forecasting, inventory optimisation, vendor management and contract negotiation; working knowledge of ERP and MIS.

Functional Competencies

Production Planning and Control; Budgeting, Forecasting and Cost Control; Quality Control and GMP Compliance; Procurement and Inventory Management; Process Optimisation and Lean Manufacturing; Vendor Development and Contract Negotiation; Risk Mitigation, Safety and Statutory Management; Analysis and Reporting; Succession Planning





ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIESProduction Planning and Execution

- Convert demand forecasts and dispatch schedules from head office into SKU-wise monthly, weekly and daily production plans.
- Ensure finished goods reach depots on time and in full, in coordination with sales and logistics.
- Review production, packing, inventory and dispatch daily and resolve gaps the same day.
- Optimise machine, line and manpower utilisation across liquid, lozenge, powder and capsule operations.

Operations Budget Planning and Cost Control

- Own the plant budget; track power, fuel, water, manpower, overtime, maintenance and administrative costs against plan, and explain deviations to corporate Operations and Finance.
- Separate value-adding from non-value-adding costs and eliminate the latter.
- Drive yield improvement, wastage reduction and OEE above 80%.
- Be accountable for all plant expenses and keep them within budget.

Process Improvement

- Drive Lean, 5S, Kaizen and Six Sigma initiatives with an annual improvement plan.
- Ensure preventive maintenance schedules are followed and breakdown downtime is minimised.
- Facilitate collaboration among functional managers to identify and execute process optimisation opportunities.

Quality and Regulatory Management

- Build a quality and GMP culture on the shop floor; supervise in-process and final quality checks along with the QC and QA teams.
- Ensure all inward RM, PM and consumables are inspected and non-conforming material is rejected or returned.
- Lead root cause analysis and CAPA for deviations, rejections and market complaints.
- Maintain statutory licences and approvals (Drug, Food, Factory Act, Fire, Pollution Control) and handle inspections and audits.
- Maintain and renew certifications (ISO, ZED, Halal, Vegan, Kosher, Organic, MSME and others as required) and implement QMS and ISO standards.

Management of Environment, Health and Safety (EHS)





- Standardise and enforce safety, health and environmental procedures across the plant.
- Monitor ETP and utilities, and keep the plant audit-ready for statutory and regulatory authorities.
- Track and reduce accident frequency; conduct regular safety drills, training and EHS meetings.

Procurement, Vendor Management and Inventory Control

- Plan RM and PM requirements from batch-wise production plans; oversee quotations, purchase orders and supplier follow-up.
- Develop and evaluate alternative vendors for materials, transport and machinery maintenance; negotiate for least-cost, quality-assured supply.
- Fix inventory norms (minimum, maximum, re-order levels) with the corporate team and keep RM, WIP and FG within norms and budget.
- Ensure system stock matches physical stock; control non-moving items and scrap disposal; ensure accurate and timely ERP and material accounting.

Manufacturing Facility Management and New Products

- Evaluate facility, equipment and utility requirements against the business plan; identify gaps and plan upgrades, layout improvements and capacity additions.
- Support R&D; in scale-up, trials and commercialisation of new products.

Operational Review, Reporting and Meetings

- Submit a daily factory update (attendance, production, purchase, activities, dispatch) and weekly and monthly performance reviews.
- Present plant performance and critical issues at management review meetings.
- Use data analysis and Statistical Process Control to build meaningful MIS for decision-making.

Team Leadership and Development

- Inspire and lead the factory team to achieve business goals and maintain high morale.
- Conduct performance appraisals with constructive feedback and growth opportunities; identify skill gaps and successors.
- Arrange regular SOP, GMP, safety and systems training for staff and workers.

Strategic Collaboration and Technology Adoption

- Partner with sales, finance and HR to align plant plans with business needs, market demand and talent strategy.
- Provide operational insights to the sales team to ensure product availability and effective delivery.
- Evaluate and pilot automation and digital tools relevant to the Ayurvedic FMCG sector.

📌 Factory Head (Kashipur)
🏢 CNE Life Sciences
📍 Kashipur