General Manager Rice Mill

Job Summary:

The General Manager – Rice Plant is responsible for overseeing the entire operations of the rice milling facility, ensuring the plant runs efficiently, meets quality standards, and achieves production targets. The GM will manage plant personnel, production schedules, inventory, budgets, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:Operational Management

• Oversee daily operations of the rice mill including procurement, milling, packaging, and storage.
• Ensure production targets are met in terms of volume, quality, and timelines.
• Optimize operational workflows to minimize downtime and maximize throughput.

Team Leadership

• Manage and lead cross-functional teams including production, quality, maintenance, and logistics.
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and safety.
• Identify training needs and develop employee skillsets.

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure strict adherence to quality standards (local and export).
• Monitor compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections of equipment, processes, and finished goods.

Budgeting & Cost Control

• Prepare and manage plant budgets and P&L.
• Monitor and control operational costs, including raw materials, labor, and utilities.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process efficiency.

Supply Chain & Inventory

• Coordinate with procurement for timely sourcing of paddy and packaging materials.
• Monitor raw material and finished goods inventory.
• Ensure effective warehousing and distribution of finished products.

Strategic Planning

• Develop and implement strategies for capacity expansion, process automation, and quality improvement.
• Liaise with senior management on business development and market expansion plans.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Food Technology, Agriculture, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum 10 years of experience in rice milling or food processing industries.
• Strong knowledge of rice processing technologies (parboiling, drying, milling, grading, etc.).
• Proven experience managing large teams and operational budgets.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with industry standards (ISO, HACCP, FSSC) is a plus.

Key Competencies:

• Strategic Thinking
• Process Optimization
• Team Management
• Decision Making
• Financial Acumen
• Quality Assurance
• Supply Chain Management

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹80,000.00 - ₹85,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Cell phone reimbursement
• Health insurance
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person