Factory Manager

Year    Kottayam, KL, IN, India

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Factory Manager to oversee the operations of our Food FMCG manufacturing unit. This is a full-time, on-site role responsible for managing production activities related to spice powders, rice flour, and breakfast mix products.



The Factory Manager will lead end-to-end production planning, stock control, quality assurance, and team management while ensuring adherence to food safety and hygiene standards.



Key Responsibilities



1. Planning & Coordination



o Collect sales forecasts and prepare raw material (RM) & packaging material (PM) requirement plans.



o Coordinate with the Purchase Department for material rates, approvals, and timely procurement.



o Plan in-house and job work production based on capacity and schedules.



o Verify SAP stocks for RM, WIP & FG and ensure data accuracy.



o Provide production confirmations to Sales for billing and dispatch planning.



2. Stock & Material Management



o Conduct monthly stock audits and submit reconciled reports to management.



o Monitor REF stock and maintain age-wise RM & WIP reports.



o Identify, report, and minimize non-moving or obsolete stocks.



o Plan material availability to meet Supply and month-end dispatch requirements.



3. Production Oversight



o Execute approved production plans efficiently and on schedule.



o Conduct RM load verifications and report deviations to Management.



o Coordinate repair and maintenance activities with relevant teams.



o Support costing and product sampling activities as per management instructions.



o Obtain blend ratios and production approvals from QC & R&D departments.



o Coordinate QC communication, packaging instructions, and billing approvals.



o Maintain all communications via email for documentation and traceability.



Key Skills



o Production & Material Planning



o SAP / ERP Proficiency



o Cross-Functional Coordination



o Analytical & Reporting Skills



o Process Hygiene & Food Safety Awareness



Qualifications & Experience



o Bachelor's degree or diploma in Food Technology / Production / Mechanical / Industrial Engineering.



o Minimum 5-10 years of experience in FMCG food manufacturing, preferably in spice powders, rice flour, or breakfast mix production.



o Proven leadership and team management capabilities.



o Sound knowledge of FSSAI, ISO, and quality management systems.



Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD4594587
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Kottayam, KL, IN, India
  • Education
    Not mentioned
  • Experience
    Year