Job Description

Job Title:

Production Manager - Food Industry

Location: [ Ecotech 1, GREATER NOIDA

]

Department:

Operations / Plant Management

Reporting to:

Operations Head / Plant Head

Experience Required:

6+ years (minimum 3 years in a managerial role in the food industry)

Education:

Degree in Food Technology, Dairy Engineering, Biotechnology, B. Pharm, or related fields

Salary

: 60,000 to 80,000 ( As per interview and experience )

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly competent and experienced

Production Manager

to lead and manage production and plant operations within the food industry. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing

contract manufacturers

and working with

multinational companies

. This role requires a deep understanding of

food safety

,

quality systems

, and

audit compliance

. The candidate must be hands-on with day-to-day production, quality assurance, and team leadership, ensuring products are manufactured efficiently, safely, and to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Production & Operations Management:

Oversee end-to-end production processes across internal and third-party manufacturing units. Ensure timely production planning and execution in line with demand forecasts and business requirements. Optimize plant performance by improving productivity, reducing downtime, and controlling manufacturing costs.

Contract Manufacturing Oversight:

Manage and coordinate with contract manufacturing partners to ensure consistent quality, efficiency, and compliance with company standards. Lead onboarding and evaluation of new third-party manufacturers as required.

Quality, Compliance & Audits:

Ensure adherence to national and international food safety standards (FSSAI, HACCP, GMP, ISO, etc.). Prepare and lead third-party, customer, and regulatory audits (e.g., FSSAI, FDA, ISO). Drive continuous improvement in food quality and safety.

Team Leadership:

Manage and mentor production and plant teams to build a high-performance, safety-conscious culture. Conduct training on SOPs, hygiene, safety, and quality protocols.

Process Optimization & Reporting:

Implement lean manufacturing, 5S, and other operational excellence practices. Monitor and report key production KPIs to senior management.

Qualifications & Skills:

Bachelor's degree in

Food Technology

,

Dairy Engineering

,

Biotechnology

,

B. Pharm

, or similar discipline (Master's preferred). 8+ years of relevant experience in the food or allied manufacturing sector, with proven success in managing

contract manufacturers

and plant operations. Experience working with or for

multinational companies

in a regulated manufacturing environment. Strong understanding of

food safety standards

,

quality control

, and

regulatory requirements

. Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills. Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities under pressure.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ?60,000.00 - ?80,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Provident Fund
Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:

contract manufacturers for multi nationals: 5 years (Required) faced quality and safety audits: 5 years (Required) food industry: 5 years (Required) Food production: 5 years (Required) Plant management: 5 years (Required) Food Technologist: 5 years (Required) * Biotechnology Engineer: 4 years (Required)