AVP Operation/ Unit Head

Role Objective:-

To lead and manage the complete operations of Allianz Distillerys 150 KLD grain-based unit with accountability for production, people leadership, compliance, safety, cost efficiency, quality and day to day activities. The AVP Operations | Unit Head will be responsible for achieving operational excellence and driving profitability while fostering a culture of innovation and teamwork. This role will directly report to MD/CMD.

Key Responsibilities:-

1. Operations & Production Management

- Lead end-to-end plant operations including fermentation, distillation, DDGS, evaporation, utilities, and effluent treatment.
- Ensure uninterrupted production as per daily, monthly, and annual targets. - Monitor yield, recovery, efficiency, and implement corrective measures for process improvement. - Coordinate with supply chain for timely availability of grains/Fuels, chemicals, and utilities. - Introduce automation and best practices to enhance plant efficiency.

2. People & Team Leadership

- Provide leadership to multi-disciplinary teams across production, maintenance, quality, EHS, and administration.
- Drive a high-performance culture with focus on discipline, motivation, and teamwork.

3. Compliance, Safety & Environment

- Ensure adherence to all statutory regulations including Excise, UP Pollution Control Board, and Factory Act.
- Maintain up-to-date licenses, permits, and documentation as per regulatory requirements. - Implement strict EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) standards to prevent accidents and hazards. - Liaise with government authorities during inspections, audits, and statutory reviews.

4. Cost & Resource Optimization

- Monitor and control raw material usage, steam, water, and power consumption.
- Drive initiatives for energy conservation, waste reduction, and process efficiency. - Implement cost-saving projects without compromising quality or compliance. - Work closely with finance and procurement for budget preparation and cost control. - Optimize manpower deployment through planning and productivity improvement.

5. Quality & Continuous Improvement

- Ensure consistent product quality as per defined parameters and customer requirements.
- Oversee laboratory testing, analysis, and corrective action programs. - Drive Lean, Kaizen, and Six Sigma initiatives for continuous improvement. - Benchmark plant performance against industry standards. - Collaborate with technical experts for process innovation and new product development.

Strategic Contribution

- Support management in business planning, capacity expansion, and modernization projects.
- Provide technical and operational inputs for capital investments. - Represent the plant in corporate reviews, external audits, and stakeholder meetings.

Qualifications & Experience

- Bachelors / Masters Degree in DIFAT/Chemical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering / Alcohol Technology.

- Minimum 20 years of experience in distillery operations, including minimum 5-7 years in a Plant Head / Unit Head role in a grain-based plant (100+ KLD). Candidate should have strong ability to maintain the team.

- Strong technical knowledge of fermentation, distillation, DDGS, utilities, and effluent treatment. - Proven track record in handling excise, compliance, and government liaison.

- Experience in leading large teams (150300+ workforce).