Production and planning Manager | IQF

Job Summary

The FMCG Production Manager is responsible for planning, organizing, and controlling all production activities to ensure efficient, safe, and high-quality manufacturing operations. The role focuses on achieving production targets, optimizing resources, maintaining quality and food safety standards, and leading production teams in a fast-paced FMCG environment.

Key Responsibilities

Production Planning & Operations

• Plan and manage daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules to meet demand.
• Ensure optimal utilization of manpower, machinery, and materials.
• Monitor production output, efficiency, downtime, and waste.
• Coordinate closely with maintenance, quality, and supply chain teams.

Quality, Food Safety & Compliance

• Ensure full compliance with food safety, quality, and regulatory standards (HACCP, ISO, BRC, FSSC, GMP).
• Implement and maintain SOPs, work instructions, and production controls.
• Support internal and external audits and ensure corrective actions are implemented.

Team Leadership & Workforce Management

• Lead, supervise, and develop production supervisors and operators.
• Manage shift planning, attendance, productivity, and discipline.
• Conduct performance evaluations and identify training needs.
• Promote a strong safety and quality culture on the production floor.

Continuous Improvement & Cost Control

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Kaizen, waste reduction).
• Control production costs and minimize losses, rework, and scrap.
• Analyze production KPIs and implement corrective actions.

Reporting & Coordination

• Prepare production reports on output, efficiency, downtime, and quality performance.
• Communicate production performance and challenges to senior management.
• Participate in production planning meetings and operational reviews.

Qualifications & Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Food Science, Industrial Engineering, or related field.

Experience

• 7–12 years of experience in FMCG production or manufacturing.
• Minimum 3–5 years in a Production Manager or similar leadership role.
• Experience in food, beverage, frozen, or high-speed production environments is preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of FMCG production processes and manufacturing systems.
• Solid understanding of food safety, quality systems, and compliance standards.
• Excellent leadership, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced production environment.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and MS Office.