<div>Job Description<br /> Position Title: Deputy General Manager &ndash; Operations<br /> Department: Manufacturing Operations<br /> Location: Saswad Plant, Pune<br /> Company: Food Service India Pvt. Ltd. (FSIPL)<br /> Role Purpose<br /> The role is responsible for leading and managing end-to-end operations at FSIPL&rsquo;s Saswad<br /> facility. The incumbent will ensure manufacturing excellence, cost efficiency, product quality,<br /> food safety, and compliance while developing team capability and aligning operations to the<br /> company&rsquo;s growth and efficiency improvement plans.<br /> Educational Qualification<br />  B.Tech / M.Tech in Food Technology / Chemical / Mechanical Engineering<br />  Preferred Certifications: ISO Internal Auditor, HACCP, Six Sigma (Green/Black<br /> Belt), TPM, Lean Manufacturing<br /> Experience<br />  15&ndash;20 years of experience in food manufacturing / food service / processed food<br /> industry<br />  Strong exposure to manufacturing of sauces, gravies, marinades, condiments,<br /> canned food, and base preparations<br />  Proven experience in leading large teams and delivering cost, quality, and<br /> operational excellence<br /> Key Responsibilities<br /> 1. Operational Excellence<br /> 1. Maintain complete control over operating costs and unit KPIs, including:<br /> I. Process losses of Raw Material (RM), Packing Material (PM), inks &amp; solvents<br /> II. Capacity Utilisation<br /> III. Overall Equipment Efficiency (OEE)<br /> IV. Productivity<br /> V. On-Time-In-Full (OTIF) Delivery<br /> VI. Operating Cost Efficiency<br /> 2. Control material consumption and monitor abnormal variances of materials at all<br /> stocking points.<br /> 3. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce process losses, enhance capacity<br /> utilization, and improve efficiency.<br /> 2. CAPEX Planning &amp; Execution<br />  Plan, implement, and monitor CAPEX projects to ensure timely completion within<br /> approved budgets and performance benchmarks.</div> <div> Oversee project documentation, validation, and successful handover for operational<br /> use.<br /> 3. Functional &amp; Team Management<br /> Manage, control, and train teams in the following functional areas:<br />  Stores &amp; Inventory Management &ndash; RM, PM, Finished Goods, Engineering Spares,<br /> Consumables, Miscellaneous Items<br />  Plant &amp; Facility Maintenance &ndash; Preventive and corrective maintenance systems<br />  Production Execution &ndash; Schedule adherence, resource optimization, and process<br /> control<br />  5S, GMP, GHP, GWP Implementation &ndash; Hygiene, workplace organization, and best<br /> practices<br />  Quality Control &ndash; Batch testing, process checks, and consistency<br />  Food Safety &ndash; Compliance with FSSAI and internal FSIPL standards<br />  EHS (Environment, Health &amp; Safety) &ndash; Workplace safety, audits, and environmental<br /> compliance<br />  Production Planning &amp; Inventory Control (PPIC) &ndash; Coordination of production<br /> schedules and raw material availability<br />  Plant Administrative Processes &amp; Procedures &ndash; Documentation, SOPs, and<br /> operational discipline<br />  HR Processes &ndash; Manpower planning, performance management, and employee<br /> engagement<br />  Plant Financial Control &amp; MIS Generation &ndash; Tracking of costs, variances, and<br /> operational metrics<br />  Audit &amp; Review Systems &ndash; Maintain objective records, conduct audits, and ensure<br /> implementation of improvement actions<br />  Organizational Alignment &ndash; Support FSIPL&rsquo;s growth plan, operational efficiency<br /> goals, and strategic priorities through collaboration and execution<br /> 4. People Development<br />  Design and implement structured development programs for reporting managers<br /> and key team members.<br />  Promote a high-performance culture through regular reviews, coaching, and<br /> capability building.<br /> 5. Industrial Relations &amp; Statutory Compliance<br />  Maintain sound industrial relations and a conducive work environment.<br />  Ensure effective liaison with government authorities and external agencies.<br />  Ensure completeness and validity of all Establishment Licenses, consents, and<br /> permissions as per statutory requirements.<br /> Key Technical Expertise<br />  Strong understanding of food manufacturing operations involving sauces, gravies,<br /> condiments, and ready-to-use base preparations<br />  Experience in filling, packaging, and sealing lines (pouches, jars, and cans)<br />  Knowledge of food safety systems, HACCP, GMP, GHP, and product traceability</div> <div> Proficiency in using SAP / ERP systems and data-based performance analysis<br /> (MIS)<br />  Exposure to OEE improvement, yield enhancement, cost optimization, and<br /> capacity utilization<br /> Key Success Metrics<br />  Achievement of monthly production and delivery targets (OTIF)<br />  Reduction in process losses and material variances<br />  Improved OEE, capacity utilization, and productivity<br />  Timely and successful completion of CAPEX projects<br />  Compliance with food safety, quality, and audit requirements<br />  Strong team performance and leadership development<br /> Personal Attributes<br />  Strong leadership and decision-making ability<br />  Analytical and data-driven approach<br />  Excellent communication and collaboration skills<br />  System-oriented, disciplined, and quality-focused mindse</div>