Production Department Manager – Snack Line

Responsibility:

• Production Operations ManagementPlan, organize, and oversee daily production activities to ensure efficient manufacturing operations.Ensure production output meets agreed production plans, quality standards, and delivery schedules.Optimize manpower, machine utilization, and production capacity.Monitor production performance and resolve operational issues in a timely manner.Coordinate with Planning, Warehouse, Maintenance, QA, and Supply Chain teams to achieve operational objectives
• Food Safety and Quality ManagementEnsure compliance with GMP, HACCP, SSOP,GMP, ISO9001, ISO 22000, BRC, IFS and company food safety requirements.Maintain product quality standards throughout the manufacturing process.Investigate production and quality deviations and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).Promote a strong food safety and quality culture among employees.
• Productivity and Cost ManagementDrive manufacturing efficiency and productivity improvements.Monitor and improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).Control labor costs, material usage, utilities, and manufacturing expenses.Reduce waste, rework, product loss, and operational inefficiencies.Support annual budgeting and cost-saving initiatives.
• People Management and DevelopmentLead, coach, and develop production supervisors and production teams.Manage workforce planning and staffing requirements.Conduct performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback.Develop employee skills through training and succession planning programs.Foster teamwork, employee engagement, and a high-performance culture.

Qualification:

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher Industrial Engineering, Food Engineering, Food Science, Manufacturing Management, or related fields.
• Minimum 7–10 years of experience in food manufacturing, snack manufacturing, FMCG, or related industries.
• At least 3–5 years of experience in a managerial or supervisory role.
• Proven experience in high-volume manufacturing operations.
• Food Manufacturing Operations/GMP, HACCP, FSSC 22000, BRCGS/Lean Manufacturing/TPM (Total Productive Maintenance)/OEE Management