Plant Manager - Dairy Processing

Job Summary

The Plant Manager will be the senior-most operational leader at our new Rewari Dairy Plant. This role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the plant's operations—from milk procurement and processing to quality control, maintenance, and dispatch—to ensure maximum efficiency, productivity, and adherence to the highest standards of food safety and quality. The ideal candidate will be a results-oriented leader with deep domain expertise in the dairy industry.

Role – Plant Manager- Dairy Operations

Industry: Dairy / Food Processing / FMCG

Location: Rewari, Haryana (Office-based, with significant travel to collection centers)

Experience: 5+ progressive experience in the Dairy/Food Processing industry

The Role: Key Responsibilities

Plant Operations and Production Management: - Oversee the day-to-day operations of the dairy plant, including milk reception, processing (e.g., pasteurization, UHT), and manufacturing of value-added products (e.g., Ghee, Butter, Paneer, Curd, Flavoured Milk).

Quality, Safety, and Compliance: - Ensure strict compliance with all national and local regulatory requirements, including FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India) guidelines, and relevant certifications like ISO 22000, HACCP, GMP, and GHP.

Financial and Inventory Management

· Prepare, manage, and monitor the plant’s annual operating budget, focusing on cost control and achieving profitability targets.

· Oversee inventory management of raw milk, packaging materials, chemicals, and finished goods to prevent shortages, control costs, and minimize stock loss.

· Analyze production data and financial reports to identify trends and implement corrective actions.

Leadership and People Management

Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of engineers, supervisors, and operators across all departments.

Employee Profile

Education Bachelor’s degree in Dairy Technology/Food Technology, or a related Engineering field.

Technical Deep knowledge of milk processing, dairy product manufacturing, quality norms, and FSSAI regulations.

Soft Skills Exceptional leadership, strategic planning, and people management skills.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive Salary (Commensurate with experience and contacts)
• Performance-based Incentives/Commission
• Travel/Conveyance Allowance
• Opportunity to be a foundational member of a new, high-growth business.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹65,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Cell phone reimbursement
• Food provided
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person