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Plant Manager

Open 45d

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily production operations and ensure smooth workflow across all departments.
  • Monitor production plans and ensure monthly targets are achieved with high efficiency and quality.
  • Lead and manage teams across production, maintenance, quality, and warehouse.
  • Control raw materials, manage inventory, and reduce waste and operational costs.
  • Implement and maintain food safety and quality systems (HACCP – ISO 22000).
  • Develop preventive maintenance strategies to enhance equipment performance.
  • Coordinate with top management on reports, budgets, and operational plans.
  • Analyze operational issues and implement corrective actions.
  • Lead and motivate teams while ensuring a safe and disciplined work environment.

Key Competencies

  • Leadership and people management
  • Production planning and cost control
  • Problem solving and decision making
  • Continuous improvement
  • Communication and reporting
  • Quality assurance and food safety

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering (industrial, mechanical, production) or industrial management (or equivalent).
  • 10–15 years of experience in food manufacturing.
  • Minimum 5 years in factory management.
  • Experience in pickled and preserved food industry is highly preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of food safety and quality systems.
  • Excellent leadership, organizational, and decision-making skills.
  • Strong analytical skills and KPI-driven mindset.
  • Proficiency in ERP systems and Excel.

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