Assistant Manager - Production

What are the Key Deliverables in this role
Financial Outcomes Achieve and maintain production within allocated budgets by controlling raw material consumption, reducing wastage, and optimizing labor utilization. Drive improvements in yield and line efficiency to maximize output and minimize cost per unit. Ensure efficient use of machinery, manpower, and materials to achieve cost savings. Maintain optimal stock levels to reduce carrying costs and prevent overproduction or shortages. Maintain optimal levels of raw materials, packaging materials, and finished goods to balance production continuity with working capital management. Prepare timely and accurate MIS reports on production costs, variances, and performance against financial KPIs for management review. Customer Service On-Time Order Fulfillment for Ensure adherence to production schedules to meet customer delivery timelines for both domestic and export markets. Maintain high standards of product quality, ensuring every batch meets Tata Consumer Products specifications and regulatory requirements. Collaborate with Quality Assurance to investigate and resolve any customer complaints or product returns quickly and effectively. Work closely with RD, marketing, and supply chain teams to facilitate smooth trials and launches of new products as per customer demand. Internal Processes Ensure strict compliance with internal SOPs, FSSAI/BRCGS/IFS standards, and all statutory guidelines. Identify bottlenecks and implement process improvements or automation projects (e.g., OEE improvement, digital tracking). Uphold Tata s standards for workplace safety, employee well-being, and plant hygiene through regular audits and training Liaise effectively with maintenance, procurement, planning, logistics, and HR to ensure seamless plant operations Innovation and Learning Ensure Kaizen/Lean/6 Sigma projects to drive innovation in productivity, quality, or cost savings. Organize regular training sessions for operators/supervisors on GMP, safety practices, equipment handling, etc. Conduct thorough RCAs on process deviations or non-conformances and implement corrective/preventive actions. Support Tata s sustainability goals by reducing energy/water consumption or implementing waste management best practices. What are the Critical success factors for the Role BE/B. Tech in Mechanical Engineering from a reputed Institute 6+ years of relevant work experience in Food Manufacturing Industry Achieving production targets within the approved budget. Minimizing waste, downtime, and non-value-added activities through process improvements. Efficient use of raw materials, utilities, and manpower. Good Knowledge in BIS/FSSAI regulations/FSSC/HACCP, ISO22000 and ISO 17025 in document/work Instruction preparation Implementation.