Plant / Factory Head

JOB LOCATION AT JAGDALPUR BASTAR CHHATTISGARH

Job Title

Dairy Plant Manager

Location

Jagdalpur, Chhattisgarh, India

Plant Capacity

50,000 Litres Per Day (LPD)

Industry

Dairy / Food & Beverage Manufacturing

Employment Type

Full-Time | Permanent

Experience Required

8 to 15 Years

Qualification

Master's Degree (Minimum) in Dairy Technology / Food Science / Dairy Engineering or related field

Reporting To

Director / Managing Director

About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced, qualified, and results-driven Dairy Plant Manager to lead and oversee all operations at our state-of-the-art dairy processing facility in Jagdalpur, Chhattisgarh. The plant operates at 50,000 litres per day capacity and manufactures a diverse range of dairy products including milk, paneer, shrikhand, ghee, dahi, rabdi, and khowa.

The ideal candidate will be a strategic leader with deep technical expertise in milk processing, strong command over quality systems, costing, and the ability to drive operational excellence, minimize losses, and build a high-performance team.

Key Responsibilities

1. Plant Operations & Production Management

• Oversee end-to-end operations of the 50,000 LPD dairy processing plant on a daily basis
• Plan, schedule, and supervise production of milk, paneer, shrikhand, ghee, dahi, rabdi, and khowa
• Ensure optimal utilization of plant capacity and equipment to achieve production targets
• Monitor and control the entire milk processing cycle from raw milk reception to final dispatch
• Maintain and enforce temperature and cold chain management throughout the plant

2. Milk Quality & Raw Material Management

• Supervise testing and quality checks of incoming raw milk including fat%, SNF%, acidity, adulteration, and microbial load
• Monitor Kg Fat and Kg SNF (KFKSNF) calculations accurately for procurement and production planning
• Implement and enforce raw material acceptance/rejection criteria as per FSSAI and internal standards
• Coordinate with milk procurement team to ensure consistent quality and quantity of raw milk supply

3. Quality Assurance & Hygiene (CIP & HACCP)

• Implement and maintain CIP (Clean-in-Place) systems across all processing lines and equipment
• Ensure hygiene standards and sanitation protocols are strictly adhered to throughout the plant
• Develop, review, and enforce Product SOPs and Process SOPs for all dairy products
• Monitor GMP/GHP compliance and ensure readiness for audits (FSSAI, ISO, HACCP, etc.)
• Control and minimize product handling losses at each stage of production

4. Costing & Financial Management

• Prepare and manage per-litre milk processing cost analysis and product-wise costing
• Track and minimize input costs including raw milk, packaging, utilities, and manpower
• Monitor and reduce electricity and energy bills through efficient plant operations
• Prepare MIS reports on production, losses, yields, and costing using MS Excel and ERP/SAP systems
• Identify and implement cost-saving measures without compromising product quality

5. Dispatch & Supply Chain Coordination

• Oversee product dispatch operations ensuring timely delivery with proper documentation
• Coordinate with sales and logistics teams for daily dispatch planning
• Ensure proper FIFO stock management and cold chain maintenance in dispatch area
• Manage packaging material inventory and coordinate with procurement for timely availability

6. Team Management & HR Operations

• Prepare and manage staff duty rosters for shift-based operations across all departments
• Lead, train, and develop plant staff to improve productivity, quality consciousness, and efficiency
• Conduct regular performance reviews and training programs for technical and operational staff
• Manage manpower deployment and ensure optimal utilization across production, QA, and dispatch

7. Compliance, Innovation & Growth

• Ensure full compliance with FSSAI regulations, PFA Act, BIS standards, and local statutory requirements
• Drive product innovation and introduce new dairy products in line with market demand
• Implement best practices, new technologies, and process improvements for plant growth
• Prepare monthly and annual production reports for management review

Qualifications & Experience

Educational Qualification

• Minimum: Master's Degree in Dairy Technology / Dairy Science / Food Technology / Dairy Engineering / Food Science & Nutrition
• Preferred: M.Tech / M.Sc from NDRI, SMVDU, ICAR-affiliated institutes or equivalent reputed institutions
• Additional certifications in HACCP, ISO 22000, or Food Safety Management will be an advantage

Experience

• 8 to 15 years of progressive experience in dairy plant operations and management
• Must have experience managing a plant with minimum 20,000 LPD or higher capacity
• Proven track record of managing full plant operations including processing, quality, costing, and dispatch
• Hands-on experience with CIP systems, milk standardization, and multi-product dairy manufacturing

Required Skills & Technical Competencies

Technical Skills

Operational & Managerial Skills

• Milk processing & standardization (Fat, SNF, MSNF)
• Kg Fat / Kg SNF (KFKSNF) calculations
• CIP system design & operation
• Handling loss tracking & minimization
• Per litre milk costing & ERP/SAP
• Product & process SOP development
• Cold chain & temperature management
• MS Excel for MIS & reporting
• Plant-wide team leadership & supervision
• Staff duty roster preparation & scheduling
• Manpower planning & optimization
• Raw material procurement quality checks
• Dispatch planning & cold chain logistics
• Training & development of plant staff
• Innovation & new product development
• Energy & electricity cost optimization

Products Manufactured at the Plant

Fresh Milk

Paneer

Ghee

Dahi

Shrikhand

Khowa / Rabdi

Systems & Tools Knowledge Required

• ERP / SAP systems for production planning, inventory management, and reporting
• MS Excel — Advanced level for MIS reports, costing sheets, and data analysis
• Dairy-specific laboratory testing equipment and LIMS (Laboratory Information Management Systems)
• CIP / COP equipment and SCADA/PLC-based automation systems knowledge preferred

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

KPI Area

Target / Expectation

Per Litre Processing Cost

Continuous reduction through efficiency improvements

Handling & Fat Losses

Minimize below industry benchmark

Product Quality Compliance

Zero FSSAI/customer complaints on quality

CIP & Hygiene Compliance

100% adherence to CIP SOPs

Energy / Electricity Cost

Month-on-month reduction targets

Staff Productivity

Optimal manpower utilization across shifts

On-time Dispatch

>98% on-time dispatch to routes/distributors

New Product Development

At least 1-2 innovations per year

What We Offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications
• Opportunity to lead a growing dairy brand in Chhattisgarh with full operational autonomy
• Supportive management environment focused on innovation, quality, and growth
• Performance-based incentives linked to cost reduction and quality targets
• Career growth opportunities as the plant scales and expands its product range

How to Apply

Interested candidates meeting the above criteria are invited to apply with their updated CV and a cover letter highlighting relevant dairy plant management experience.

Please include in your application:

• Total years of experience in dairy plant operations
• Highest plant capacity managed (in LPD)
• List of dairy products you have supervised manufacturing
• Current and expected CTC
• Notice period / Availability to join

Note: Only candidates with a minimum Master's degree and 8+ years of relevant dairy plant management experience will be considered. Candidates from the dairy/food processing industry are strongly preferred. Outstation candidates willing to relocate to Jagdalpur, Chhattisgarh are encouraged to apply.

Benefits:

• Food provided

Work Location: In person