Senior Production Executive
Department : Production
Location : Saykha, Bharuch
Reporting To : Manager – Production
Position Summary
The Executive – Production is responsible for overseeing and managing production activities during assigned shifts to ensure the efficient manufacturing of food ingredients in compliance with quality and food safety standards. The role requires strong knowledge of spray drying and wet processing operations (including Homogenizer, Centrifuge, and Filtration systems), adherence to SOPs, and effective management of manpower and resources. The position also involves maintaining process documentation, identifying abnormalities, supporting preventive actions, and ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities
1. Production Operations
- Plan, execute, and monitor production activities to achieve daily and shift-wise production targets.
- Supervise and control the Spray Drying process and Wet Processing section , including Homogenizers, Centrifuges, and Filtration equipment , ensuring optimal performance and consistent product quality.
- Ensure process parameters are maintained within defined limits and promptly address any deviations.
- Identify and record process abnormalities or equipment breakdowns , perform primary identification and root cause analysis , and coordinate with maintenance for timely resolution.
- Ensure the availability and efficient utilization of raw materials, packaging materials, and utilities during shifts.
- Maintain and verify production-related documents, including Batch Manufacturing Records (BMRs) , logbooks, and shift reports.
- Ensure Critical Control Points (CCPs) and Operational Prerequisite Programs (OPRPs) are implemented and monitored as per SOPs .
2. Compliance & Documentation
Ensure strict adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) , Good Hygiene Practices (GHP) , and Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS) .Comply with FSSC 22000, ISO 22000, HACCP , and FSSAI standards.Maintain accurate and up-to-date production records and checklists.Oversee and ensure implementation of CIP (Cleaning-In-Place) and COP (Cleaning-Out-of-Place) procedures, including the completion of relevant checklists.Support internal and external audits by maintaining traceable and complete documentation.Assist in implementing Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) for non-conformities.3. Manpower & Resource Management
Supervise, guide, and motivate production staff to ensure productivity, quality, and safety during shifts.Plan and allocate manpower across spray drying, wet processing, blending, and packing areas.Conduct on-the-job training for operators and helpers on SOPs, equipment handling, hygiene, and safety practices.Monitor shift discipline and ensure a safe, clean, and efficient work environment.4. Production Management
Coordinate with Maintenance, Electrical, Utility, Warehouse, and Quality teams to minimize downtime and optimize plant performance.Ensure coordination and communication across departments for smooth shift handovers.Monitor production efficiency, yield, and rejection levels, and take necessary actions for improvement.Provide inputs for process optimization and resource utilization to meet production KPIs.5. Health, Safety & Environment
Enforce adherence to plant safety procedures , PPE usage , and safe work practices.Identify and mitigate potential hazards in production and processing areas.Promote a culture of safety awareness , accountability, and continuous improvement in environmental and occupational health practices.Support compliance with environmental and waste management guidelines.6. Continuous Improvement
Identify opportunities for process optimization, yield improvement , and cost reduction .Participate in validation, calibration, and preventive maintenance programs.Collaborate with R&D, Quality, and Maintenance teams for new product trials and process improvements.Qualifications & Experience
Education : B.Tech / B.Sc. / M.Sc. in Food Technology or related disciplineExperience : 3–5 years of experience in production operations within the food or FMCG industry , preferably in spray drying and wet processingSkills & Competencies
Strong knowledge of Spray Drying , Homogenization , Centrifugation , and Filtration processesFamiliarity with CIP / COP systems , cleaning validations, and documentationUnderstanding of Food Safety Systems (FSSC 22000 / ISO 22000 / HACCP)Hands-on experience in BMRs, deviation reports , and process documentationGood troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills for process and equipment issuesStrong leadership, communication, and team management abilitiesProficiency in MS Office and ERP systemsCommitment to safety, hygiene, and continuous improvementAbility to perform under pressure and work in rotating shifts