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Plant Head ( Dairy Processing )

Plant Head ( Dairy Processing )

Akshayakalpa OrganicDelhi, India
1 day ago
Job description

Company Overview

Akshayakalpa Organic is India’s first and most significant organic dairy enterprise, delivering pure, chemical-free milk and dairy products to over 150,000 households daily across Bengaluru, Chennai, and Hyderabad. Founded with a mission to restore dignity and prosperity to farming, Akshayakalpa empowers farmers to become entrepreneurs, adopt sustainable practices, and thrive in their own villages.

Our work is about transforming the way food is produced and consumed. With a strong commitment to purity, sustainability, and community impact, Akshayakalpa continues to pioneer innovations in organic dairy and food systems in India.

Position Summary

As the Plant Head – Jadcharla Plant, you will lead overall operations at the processing facility, ensuring efficient, safe, and high-quality production of milk and milk products. This role demands strong leadership across functions including processing, quality, maintenance, dispatch, and plant operations.

You will be responsible for maintaining operational excellence, driving cost efficiency, ensuring food safety, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will combine hands-on plant management expertise with strategic and people leadership.

Think of this role as a blend of Operations Head, Production Leader, Quality Custodian, and People Manager — ensuring that the Jadcharla Unit operates at the highest standards of performance and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

  • Oversee and direct all plant functions — production, processing, maintenance, quality, and dispatch.
  • Monitor processing parameters and take timely corrective actions to ensure consistent output, minimal losses, and maximum efficiency.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, reduce cost, and maintain food safety standards.
  • Ensure implementation of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Hygiene Practices (GHP) across all operations.

Production & Quality Management

  • Supervise production of milk and milk products such as ghee, butter, paneer, curd, and yogurt.
  • Work with QA to ensure all finished products meet company specifications and quality standards.
  • Maintain strict adherence to preventive maintenance schedules to minimize plant downtime.
  • Review plant performance regularly and introduce modern, cost-effective technologies and automation systems.
  • People & Process Leadership

  • Lead, coach, and develop cross-functional teams for seamless coordination across production, maintenance, and quality.
  • Foster strong industrial relations to ensure smooth functioning and employee engagement.
  • Conduct performance appraisals and identify training needs to build technical and leadership capabilities within the plant.
  • Compliance & Resource Management

  • Ensure timely fulfillment of all statutory and regulatory requirements.
  • Monitor and control operational budgets, resource utilization, and CAPEX against business plans.
  • Coordinate with the corporate project team for plant expansions, upgrades, and civil / electrical / mechanical works.
  • Ensure efficient inventory management of raw materials, packaging materials, and finished goods.
  • Prepare for and support internal and external audits with complete documentation.
  • Infrastructure & Safety Oversight

  • Supervise all plant infrastructure, including dairy equipment, utilities, and BMC centers.
  • Identify damaged or obsolete equipment for timely disposal or replacement.
  • Uphold a strong culture of safety, cleanliness, and environmental sustainability.
  • Who Should Apply

    We are seeking experienced plant leaders who thrive in operational environments and have a passion for quality, efficiency, and people development. Ideal candidates will have :

  • A proven record in managing large-scale dairy or food processing units.
  • Strong leadership and problem-solving skills.
  • A deep commitment to food safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement.
  • Required Skills & Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in dairy or FMCG plant operations, with at least 3 years in a plant leadership role.
  • Technical knowledge of milk processing, packaging, and quality management systems.
  • Proven ability to manage large, cross-functional teams and drive performance improvements.
  • Experience handling production planning, preventive maintenance, and operational audits.
  • Strong analytical, planning, and decision-making capabilities.
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Dairy Technology, Food Technology, or a related engineering discipline.
  • What We Offer

  • A high-impact leadership role within a purpose-driven organization.
  • Opportunity to shape operational excellence at one of India’s most advanced organic dairy facilities.
  • Collaborative work culture with strong values of sustainability, transparency, and innovation.
  • Competitive compensation and performance-based growth opportunities.
  • Values Fit

    You resonate with Akshayakalpa’s values of purity, ethical business, sustainability, and community impact. You believe in creating nourishment — not just for consumers but also for the farmers, employees, and ecosystems that make it possible.

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