Plant Manager

The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in managing production Planning , packaging Planning , dispatch planning , and compliance activities for categories such as rice, paddy, pulses (dals), and related by-products. Job Location- Manvi, Raichur This role requires a hands-on leader who can balance operational efficiency with strategic growth initiatives.   Key Responsibilities:   - Manage end-to-end plant operations including daily production planning, packing, dispatch, and manpower supervision.  - Ensure smooth functioning of procurement, quality control, and inventory management for rice, pulses, and other commodities.  - Drive sales coordination for both Modern Trade (MT) and General Trade (GT) channels to maximize business performance.  - Coordinate with major MT players, retailers, and institutional buyers to secure and execute large purchase orders.  - Maintain strict adherence to FSSAI and other statutory compliances, ensuring all licenses, audits, and documentation are up to date.  - Optimize plant productivity, minimize wastage, and implement continuous improvement initiatives.  - Collaborate with Agrigrader for supply chain, logistics, and finance teams to ensure timely dispatches and cost efficiency.  - Develop and train on-ground staff to build a performance-oriented, safety-compliant culture.  - Generate performance and operational reports for management with clear improvement action plans.   Key Performance Indicators:   - Production efficiency and adherence to schedules.  - Sales achievement through MT and GT channels.  - Compliance rating and FSSAI audit score.  - Procurement cost savings and efficiency.  - Timely dispatch performance and order accuracy.