Production Manager

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About Sorvet :

Sorvet is a premium artisanal ice cream brand born out of a collaboration with Italian experts.

We craft exotic and indulgent flavors using the finest ingredients and international standards of

quality. Our goal is to blend innovation flavor artistry and consistent excellence in every scoop.

We are looking for a Production Manager who can uphold this vision by ensuring smooth

efficient and creative manufacturing operations that align with our brand standards.

Position Overview :

The Production Manager will oversee the entire ice cream production line - from formulation

to packaging - ensuring quality efficiency and cost optimization. This role demands strong

technical knowledge of ice cream manufacturing excellent SKU planning and production

design skills and a keen eye for detail that aligns with Sorvets premium positioning.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Production Operations & Planning

Lead and supervise daily ice cream production to meet demand quality and cost targets.

Plan schedule and execute SKU-wise production based on sales forecasts and

inventory requirements.

Manage manpower machinery and material resources efficiently to maximize output and

minimize downtime.

Oversee end-to-end processes : mix preparation pasteurization homogenization ageing

freezing filling and packaging.

2. Production Design & SKU Management

Collaborate with R&D and marketing teams to design and execute new SKU launches.

Optimize production layouts and workflows to accommodate multiple flavors and pack

sizes.

Maintain SKU planning sheets and ensure balanced production runs to minimize wastage.

Drive quick and efficient changeovers between SKUs to maintain flexibility and

freshness.

3. Quality & Compliance

Ensure adherence to FSSAI GMP HACCP and Sorvets internal quality benchmarks.

Coordinate with QA teams for in-process checks and final product release.

Implement process improvements to enhance texture flavor consistency and shelf life.

4. Team & Process Management

Lead and develop a skilled production team with clear performance metrics.

Conduct regular training on SOPs hygiene safety and process efficiency.

Work closely with maintenance procurement and logistics for smooth end-to-end

operations.

5. Data Costing & Reporting

Maintain and analyze daily production reports : yield wastage downtime and SKU

performance.

Monitor production costs and identify opportunities for process optimization.

Present monthly MIS and operational improvement plans to management.

Key Skills & Competencies :

Deep knowledge of ice cream or dairy manufacturing processes.

Proven expertise in SKU planning production design and capacity optimization.

Strong leadership and problem-solving skills with a process-oriented mindset.

Familiarity with ERP / MRP systems and modern factory management tools.

Analytical detail-oriented and capable of driving continuous improvement.

Qualifications & Experience :

Education : Diploma / in Dairy Technology Food Technology or

Mechanical / Industrial Engineering.

Experience : Minimum 6 years in FMCG / Dairy / Ice Cream production with at least 4-

5 years in a managerial role in Ice Cream production.

Preferred Exposure : Ice cream or frozen dessert factory setup multi-SKU

manufacturing and automation systems.

Why Join Sorvet

Be part of a premium design-driven ice cream brand redefining indulgence in India.

Opportunity to work in a creative and quality-obsessed environment with international

collaboration.

Play a key role in shaping new product launches and optimizing production excellence.

Key Skills

Lean Manufacturing,Six Sigma,Continuous Improvement,Lean,Management Experience,5S,Operations Management,Production Planning,Production Management,Kaizen,Supervising Experience,Manufacturing

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1