About Godrej Agrovet:
Godrej Agrovet Limited (GAVL) is a diversified, Research & Development focused agri-business Company dedicated to improving the productivity of Indian farmers by innovating products and services that sustainably increase crop and livestock yields. GAVL holds leading market positions in the different businesses it operates - Animal Feed, Crop Protection, Oil Palm, Dairy, Poultry and Processed Foods. GAVL has a pan India presence with sales of over a million tons annually of high-quality animal feed and cutting- edge nutrition products for cattle, poultry, aqua feed and specialty feed. Our teams have worked closely with Indian farmers to develop large Oil Palm Plantations which is helping in bridging the demand and supply gap of edible oil in India. In the crop protection segment, the company meets the niche requirement of farmers through innovative agrochemical offerings. GAVL through its subsidiary Astec Life Sciences Limited, is also a business-to-business (B2B) focused bulk manufacturer of fungicides & herbicides. In Dairy and Poultry and Processed Foods, the company operates through its subsidiaries Creamline Dairy Products Limited and Godrej Tyson Foods Limited. Apart from this, GAVL also has a joint venture with the ACI group of Bangladesh for animal feed business in Bangladesh.
For more information on the Company, please log on to www.godrejagrovet.com .
Designation: General Manager
Location : Chandwad, Nashik
Role Overview :
The Head of Pet Care Food Plant is responsible for overseeing all operations within the pet care food manufacturing facility. This role involves ensuring efficient production processes, maintaining high-quality standards, managing staff, and adhering to regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in food production, leadership skills, and a passion for pet care.
Roles & Responsibilities:
Operational Management:
Oversee daily plant operations with a focus on productivity, safety, and efficiency.
Production Planning:
Lead the overall production planning process ensuring alignment with marketing and sales requirements.
Quality Assurance:
Ensure all products meet internal quality benchmarks and regulatory standards by maintaining strict control of process parameters.
Cost Control:
Drive initiatives to manage and control production costs, material yields, and utility consumption.
Equipment Maintenance:
Oversee the maintenance and spares management of both process and utility equipment.
Process & Performance Improvement:
Drive improvements in process efficiency, OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), and capacity utilization. Implement good manufacturing practices and green initiatives.
Industrial Relations:
Maintain an amicable industrial relations (IR) environment with proactive engagement and conflict resolution.
Statutory Compliance:
Ensure complete statutory compliance with respect to plant operations and coordinate with HR and legal teams for the same.
Safety:
Ensure safety of people, products, and machinery, fostering a culture of safety across the plant.
Manpower Management:
Coordinate with HR for manpower planning, recruitment, and training to ensure plant staffing needs are met efficiently.
Stores & Inventory Management:
Ensure proper store management and optimize inventory levels of raw materials, packaging, and spares.
Coordination with Authorities:
Maintain relationships and coordinate with statutory and local bodies for plant-related operations.
Plant Infrastructure:
Supervise installation of new machinery and coordinate for the safe and compliant disposal of scrap and obsolete equipment.
Cross-functional Collaboration:
Work closely with R&D, QA, SCM, and marketing to support innovation, quality, and timely delivery of products.
Educational Qualification:
Bachelor s Degree in Food Technology, Engineering Mechanical/Electrical; Master s degree preferred.
Experience:
12+ years of experience in Manufacturing, Operations and Supply chain. 6-8 years of experience in Food Processing or Aqua Feed Manufacturing, minimum 4 years in Pet Food at Senior Position preferred.
Skills:
- Strong understanding of pet nutrition, ingredient functionality, and food safety regulations.
- Proficient in statistical analysis and data interpretation.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
An inclusive Godrej
Before you go, there is something important we want to highlight. There is no place for discrimination at Godrej. Diversity is the philosophy of who we are as a company. And has been for over a century. It s not just in our DNA and nice to do. Being more diverse - especially having our team members reflect the diversity of our businesses and communities - helps us innovate better and grow faster. We hope this resonates with you.
We take pride in being an equal opportunities employer. We recognize merit and encourage diversity. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination on the basis of nationality, race, color, religion, caste, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, or marital status and ensure equal opportunities for all our team members.
If this sounds like a role for you, apply now!
We look forward to meeting you.
