General Manager (GM) – Production FMCG BG
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**Job Description – General Manager (GM) – Production**
**Company:** Pattabhi Agro Foods Pvt. Ltd. **Location:** Peddapuram Plant, Andhra Pradesh **Position:** General Manager (GM) – Production **Department:** Production **Employment Type:** Full\-Time
**About the Company**
Pattabhi Agro Foods Pvt. Ltd. is a leading manufacturer in the food processing industry, committed to delivering high\-quality products through world\-class manufacturing practices, operational excellence, and continuous innovation.
**Position Summary**
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic **General Manager – Production** to lead and manage all production operations at our Peddapuram manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in the **FMCG/Food Manufacturing Industry** with a proven track record of driving productivity, quality, cost optimization, and operational excellence.
**Key Responsibilities**
* Lead end\-to\-end production operations to ensure achievement of daily, monthly, and annual production targets. * Develop and implement production strategies to improve efficiency, productivity, and profitability. * Ensure adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Food Safety standards, SOPs, and statutory compliance. * Coordinate with Quality Assurance, Maintenance, Supply Chain, Stores, Commercial, and HR departments for smooth plant operations. * Monitor production planning and optimize manpower, machinery, and material utilization. * Drive Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S, Six Sigma, TPM, and continuous improvement initiatives. * Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and legal regulations. * Analyze production performance through MIS and KPIs, implementing corrective and preventive actions where required. * Control manufacturing costs and improve operational efficiency. * Lead, mentor, and develop production teams, fostering a high\-performance culture. * Manage production scheduling to meet customer demand while minimizing downtime. * Participate in capacity expansion, automation, and new project implementation. * Ensure optimum utilization of resources while maintaining product quality and delivery timelines. * Prepare production reports and present operational updates to senior management.
**Desired Candidate Profile**
* **Education:** Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Production, Food Technology, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline). MBA in Operations is an added advantage. * **Experience:** Minimum **15\+ years** of progressive experience in Production/Manufacturing, including at least **5 years in a senior leadership role**. * **Industry Background:** **Mandatory experience in the FMCG/Food Manufacturing Industry only.** * Strong knowledge of production planning, manufacturing operations, quality systems, food safety standards, and plant management. * Experience in handling large production teams and high\-volume manufacturing operations. * Strong analytical, leadership, communication, and decision\-making skills. * Hands\-on experience with ERP systems and Microsoft Office. * Ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives and operational excellence.
**Required Skills**
* Production Planning \& Control * Plant Operations Management * Food Manufacturing Processes * Lean Manufacturing * TPM, 5S \& Kaizen * Six Sigma Concepts * Quality Management Systems * Cost Control \& Productivity Improvement * Inventory \& Resource Management * Team Leadership \& People Development * Root Cause Analysis \& Problem Solving * Production MIS \& KPI Monitoring * Safety, Compliance \& Risk Management
**Compensation**
* Attractive salary package based on experience and current CTC. * Performance\-based incentives as per company policy.
**Location**
**Pattabhi Agro Foods Pvt. Ltd.** Peddapuram Plant, Andhra Pradesh
**Application Criteria (Mandatory)**
**Only candidates with 15\+ years of relevant experience in the FMCG/Food Manufacturing Industry will be considered. Applicants from non\-FMCG industries are requested not to apply.**
**Apply Now:** If you have a strong manufacturing leadership background and are passionate about driving operational excellence in the FMCG/Food industry, we invite you to apply on hr@pattabhiagro.com / talent@pattabhiagro.com and become part of our growing organization.
Pay: ₹40,000\.00 \- ₹70,000\.00 per month
Benefits:
* Provident Fund
Work Location: In person
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