Plant Operations Head – Food / FMCG

Plant Operations Head (VP–AVP) – Food / FMCG

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday | Morning Shift

Job Summary

The Plant Operations Head is responsible for overseeing overall plant operations, ensuring efficient production, operational excellence, and compliance with quality and safety standards. The role leads manufacturing operations, drives process improvements, and ensures productivity, cost efficiency, and continuous operational performance within a food or FMCG manufacturing environment.

• Lead overall plant operations including production, maintenance, warehouse, and quality functions
• Ensure efficient manufacturing operations while meeting production targets and operational KPIs
• Drive operational excellence, process optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Monitor plant performance, productivity, quality, and cost management
• Ensure compliance with food safety, quality, GMP, and regulatory standards
• Develop strategies to improve operational efficiency, reduce downtime, and optimize resources
• Collaborate with supply chain, procurement, and commercial teams to support business requirements
• Lead plant workforce planning, people management, and capability development initiatives
• Oversee implementation of safety standards and operational risk management practices
• Prepare operational reports, performance reviews, and strategic recommendations for leadership

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Food Technology, Operations Management, or related field
• Strong experience in plant operations, manufacturing, or production leadership within Food or FMCG industry
• Proven leadership experience managing large-scale plant operations and cross-functional teams
• Strong background in operational excellence, process improvement, and manufacturing systems
• Knowledge of GMP, HACCP, food safety, and regulatory compliance standards
• Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills