Plant Head (Production & Planning Cosmetics Manufacturing)

Job Purpose:

GMP, hygiene standards, and regulatory norms

Key Responsibilities:

1. Production Management

• Manage daily operations of bulk manufacturing and filling/packing lines.
• Ensure compliance with batch manufacturing records (BMRs) and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Monitor production metrics such as output, yield, machine efficiency, and downtime.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in production areas as per cosmetic GMP.

2. Production Planning and Control (PPC)

• Plan monthly and weekly production schedules based on sales forecasts, raw material availability, and inventory norms.
• Coordinate with procurement, stores, and dispatch for seamless supply chain management.
• Balance production loads across lines and shifts to meet deadlines without overutilization.

3. Quality & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure all products are manufactured as per

  BIS / FDA / CDSCO

  cosmetic regulations and company specifications.
• Coordinate with QA/QC for in-process checks, batch validations, and regulatory documentation.
• Handle audits (internal, third-party, regulatory) and implement CAPA as required.

4. People Management

• Lead a team of supervisors, technicians, machine operators, and contract staff.
• Ensure proper training, shift planning, motivation, and skill development.
• Enforce discipline and adherence to SOPs and hygiene practices on the shop floor.

5. Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement

• Drive cost optimization through process improvement, waste reduction, and efficient resource utilization.
• Implement

  5S, Kaizen, Lean

  tools to improve productivity and reduce batch changeover time.
• Evaluate and introduce automation where feasible (e.g., automated filling, labeling, etc.).

6. Maintenance & Equipment Coordination

• Liaise with the engineering/maintenance team for preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Maintain upkeep of key cosmetic production machinery: mixers, homogenizers, filling lines, conveyors, etc.

7. Safety, Hygiene & Environment

• Ensure adherence to safety norms, PPE usage, and hygiene practices on production lines.
• Conduct periodic safety drills and hygiene audits.
• Maintain a cleanroom environment (if applicable) for specialized formulations.

8. Reporting & Documentation

• Maintain production reports, batch records, shift logs, and dashboards.
• Present monthly MIS to management covering output, efficiency, manpower, and key challenges.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• In-depth knowledge of cosmetic formulations and GMP practices
• Excellent team leadership and interpersonal skills
• Strong command over production planning and cost control
• Regulatory awareness (BIS, CDSCO, FDA - India)
• Familiar with automated cosmetic filling and packaging machinery
• Working knowledge of ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.)
• Ability to handle multi-SKU and batch-based production environments

KPIs (Key Performance Indicators):

• Batch completion vs plan
• Material yield and batch rejection rate
• Production efficiency (OEE)
• Hygiene and safety audit scores
• Line downtime and changeover time
• On-time delivery vs production schedule
• Manpower productivity
• Regulatory compliance readiness

Preferred Industry Experience:

• Cosmetic or personal care manufacturing (creams, lotions, gels, serums, oils, powders, etc.)
• Ayurvedic/herbal product plants (optional)
• FMCG production units with strict hygiene and batch control norms