About the role
- Manage day‑to‑day production operations according to the production plan.
- Operate and monitor beverage lines (PET blowing, filling, labeling, packing, utilities).
- Achieve production targets, maintain quality standards and line efficiency.
- Track OEE, downtime, wastage and productivity; drive corrective actions.
- Coordinate with Quality, Maintenance, Warehouse and EHS teams for seamless workflow.
- Ensure compliance with GMP, HACCP, food safety regulations and company SOPs.
- Maintain accurate production records, shift reports and MIS data.
- Identify production losses and lead continuous‑improvement initiatives (5S, Kaizen).
- Deploy manpower effectively and manage shift schedules.
- Handle equipment breakdowns and liaise with maintenance for rapid restoration.
- B.Tech/B.E. in Mechanical, Industrial or Food Engineering or related field.
- 2–4 years of experience in carbonated soft drinks, packaged water, juice or FMCG manufacturing.
- Strong knowledge of GMP, HACCP and food safety standards.
- Proficiency in SAP and production planning tools.
- Hands‑on experience with OEE monitoring and improvement.
- Demonstrated ability to implement 5S and Kaizen methodologies.
- Excellent problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
- Effective manpower and shift management capabilities.
- Good communication and coordination skills across cross‑functional teams.
- Willingness to work in a fast‑paced, shift‑based environment.