CCL Global is seeking for a Western Expat who can lead the Greenfield food and beverage manufacturing facility as Commissioning Manager and to successfully delivery end-to-end commissioning activities of the plant. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with commissioning automated process and packaging equipment, utilities, and facility systems in alignment with GMP and food safety requirements. Roles and Responsibilities Develop detailed commissioning execution plans, checklists, and system turnover packages. Define and align the commissioning schedule with construction and project milestones. Lead and supervise pre-commissioning, commissioning, and start-up activities. Coordinate with construction, QA/QC, HSE, OEM vendors, and plant operations. Drive system walkdowns, punch-list management, and turnover documentation. Develop and execute detailed commissioning plans, sequences, and schedules aligned with the project timeline. Collaborate with EPC contractors, OEM vendors, and in-house engineering teams during the design and construction phase. Ensure all pre-commissioning checklists, FAT/SAT protocols, and punch lists are ready before mechanical completion. Lead the commissioning team (technicians, operators, engineers) including cross-cultural or expat resources. Coordinate training programs for plant operations and maintenance teams. Interface with QA/QC, safety, and utility teams during site activities. Supervise commissioning of: o Process equipment (e.g., mixers, fermenters, pasteurizers) o Utility systems (steam, chilled water, compressed air, HVAC) o Packaging lines (bottling, filling, labelling) o Automation and control systems (PLC, SCADA, MES integration) Ensure CIP/SIP validation and microbiological cleanliness for food-grade systems. Ensure compliance with HACCP, GMP, FSSAI, and other food safety norms. Lead risk assessments (e.g., HAZOP, HIRA) during start-up phase. Maintain all commissioning logs, red-line markups, deviation reports, and test records. Act as the single point of contact between client, EPC, OEMs, and third-party vendors during commissioning Manage handover to operations including Performance Qualification (PQ), Operational Qualification (OQ), and SOP sign-off. Participate in final project review, feedback, and continuous improvement sessions post start-up. Enforce permit-to-work systems, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and other safety protocols. Implement and enforce Zero Incident Commissioning Plans (ZICP). Coordinate emergency response readiness during plant start-up. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS: B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS: 10–20+ years in food, beverage, dairy, or FMCG greenfield commissioning B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering Experience working on international assignments (especially in hygiene-sensitive environments) Vendor exposure: GEA, Tetra Pak, Alfa Laval, Krones, Siemens, Rockwell, Schneider Show more Show less
As a Commissioning Manager at CCL Global, you will be responsible for leading the Greenfield food and beverage manufacturing facility and overseeing the end-to-end commissioning activities of the plant. Your role will involve hands-on experience in commissioning automated process and packaging equipment, utilities, and facility systems while ensuring alignment with GMP and food safety requirements. You will be expected to develop detailed commissioning execution plans, checklists, and system turnover packages. It will be crucial for you to define and align the commissioning schedule with construction and project milestones. Your responsibilities will also include leading and supervising pre-commissioning, commissioning, and start-up activities, as well as coordinating with construction, QA/QC, HSE, OEM vendors, and plant operations. Collaboration with EPC contractors, OEM vendors, and in-house engineering teams during the design and construction phase will be essential. You will need to ensure readiness of all pre-commissioning checklists, FAT/SAT protocols, and punch lists before mechanical completion. Additionally, leading the commissioning team, coordinating training programs for plant operations and maintenance teams, and supervising commissioning of various systems and equipment will be part of your role. Your responsibilities will also include ensuring compliance with HACCP, GMP, FSSAI, and other food safety norms, leading risk assessments during the start-up phase, maintaining commissioning logs and test records, and acting as the primary contact between the client, EPC, OEMs, and third-party vendors during commissioning. Furthermore, you will manage the handover to operations, participate in project reviews, and enforce safety protocols and incident commissioning plans. The essential requirement for this role is a B.E./B.Tech degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering. Desirable qualifications include 10-20+ years of experience in food, beverage, dairy, or FMCG greenfield commissioning, international assignment experience in hygiene-sensitive environments, and exposure to vendors such as GEA, Tetra Pak, Alfa Laval, Krones, Siemens, Rockwell, and Schneider. If you are a dedicated professional with a background in engineering and experience in commissioning within the food and beverage industry, this role at CCL Global offers an exciting opportunity to lead commissioning activities and contribute to the successful operation of a new manufacturing facility.,