Plant Manager at Olam Agri

This role manages the day-to-day activities of the plant, handling all functions including production, processing, bulk raw material and finished product storage, quality, engineering, projects, and QEHS (Quality, Environmental, Health, and Safety). The ideal candidate must have specific knowledge of Food Safety Management systems (HACCP/FSSC/BRC), ISO 14000, and the management of industrial relations.

Strategic Effectiveness

• Produce and Deliver Products: Manage all production activities and services. Review daily shop floor operations for adherence to quality systems and norms. Lead and support in process/system-related issues. Support the preventive maintenance schedule for all plant and machinery and related engineering activities.
• Optimize Production Costs: Consolidate and analyse variances to identify root causes and plan corrective actions. Manage line OEEs, wastage, and conversion costs through effective monitoring, review, and control.
• QEHS: Lead QEHS initiatives and work with the Central Quality Head to achieve departmental goals. 
• Engineering & Projects: Implement best practices in plant maintenance to improve OEE. Manage maintenance and repair costs within budget. Ensure projects are delivered within the defined scope, cost, and time.
• Reviews & Reporting: Understand the Olam data and reporting structure in SAP and ensure all relevant departments are capturing and reporting data correctly. Lead the periodic reconciliation of raw materials (RM) and finished goods (FG) and conduct a structured variance analysis to report any gains or losses. 
• Cost Efficiency Programs: Lead cost efficiency and continual improvement programs. Identify opportunities, establish baselines, and execute projects among cross-functional teams.
• Manage Industrial Relations & Stakeholders: Actively participate in and lead industrial relations discussions. 

Requirements

• A candidate with extensive exposure to plant management and project activities, and a strong background in team management.
• Minimum 15-20 years of work experience in a leading FMCG company, with 4-5 years of solvent extraction plant management experience.
• An engineering degree from a reputable college.