Job Description

Key Responsibilities: 1. Production Planning Execution Develop and implement production schedules to meet demand forecasts. Ensure efficient utilization of raw materials , manpower, and equipment. Monitor milk intake, pasteurization, homogenization, fermentation, and packaging processes. 2. Process Optimization Efficiency Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Kaizen, Six Sigma). Reduce waste, downtime, and energy consumption to improve cost efficiency. Optimize yield and minimize production losses . 3. Quality Compliance Ensure compliance with HACCP, ISO 22000, FSSC 22000, GMP, and other food safety regulations . Work closely with the Quality Assurance team to maintain product standards. Monitor critical control points (CCPs) in production to prevent defects. 4. Equipment Process Control Oversee maintenance and calibration of dairy processing equipment. Troubleshoot production issues and work with the maintenance team to minimize downtime. Implement CIP (Cleaning-in-Place) and SIP (Sterilization-in-Place) protocols for hygiene. 5. Workforce Management Training Supervise and coordinate production staff to ensure smooth operations. Conduct training on food safety, hygiene, and operational best practices . Maintain a safe working environment , ensuring adherence to workplace safety regulations. 6. Inventory Supply Chain Coordination Coordinate with supply chain and procurement to ensure timely availability of raw materials. Manage inventory levels for ingredients, packaging materials, and finished products. Reduce wastage through effective stock rotation (FIFO, FEFO methods) . 7. Troubleshooting Customer Satisfaction Investigate production defects, yield losses, and process inefficiencies . Implement corrective actions and prevent recurrence of issues. Support new product development (NPD) and trials for process feasibility.