Factory Manager at Bridge Talent Management

Job Summary: 

The Managing Director (MD) will oversee the overall operations of the avocado oil production plant in the start-up phase and expansion stage. This includes managing daily operations, ensuring efficient production processes, overseeing financial performance, leading a team, and driving strategic initiatives to enhance productivity, profitability, and growth.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership and Management:

• Provide leadership and strategic direction for the plant.
• Develop and implement business plans and strategies to achieve plant goals.
• Lead and motivate plant management and staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Ensure effective communication across all levels of the organization

Operational Oversight:

• Oversee all aspects of production, including sourcing avocados, extraction processes, quality control, and packaging.
• Implement and maintain best practices for production efficiency, quality assurance, and safety standards.
• Monitor plant operations to ensure compliance with industry regulations and company policies.

 Financial Management:

• Prepare and manage the plant’s budget, ensuring financial targets are met.
• Analyze financial performance and develop strategies to enhance profitability.
• Oversee procurement and supply chain management to optimize cost-efficiency.

Business Development:

• Identify and pursue opportunities for growth and expansion, including new markets and product lines.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including suppliers, customers, and industry partners.
• Drive innovation in product development and production techniques.

Quality Control and Compliance:

• Ensure all products meet high-quality standards and adhere to food safety regulations.
• Implement and maintain quality control procedures and conduct regular audits.
• Address and resolve any quality or compliance issues promptly.  

Reporting and Analysis:

• Provide regular reports to the Board of Directors on plant performance, including financials, production metrics, and strategic initiatives.
• Analyze data and trends to inform decision-making and strategic planning.

Human Resources:

• Oversee hiring, training, and development of plant staff.
• Implement policies and practices to ensure employee satisfaction and retention.
• Manage performance appraisals and address any personnel issues.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Capacity Utilization of unit by more than 60% and to take it to 80% level
• Improve Sales Revenue
• Reduce cost of production
• Maintain product quality
• Make sure by implementing 2&3 to achieve set target of margins
• Productivity and operational improvements (OEE and OOE)
• Effective & innovative supply chain management
• Employee satisfaction & discipline
• Corporate Governance, Safety and health and environment
• ​Improve ROR (rate of Return)

Requirements

•  Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Food Science, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Proven experience in a senior management role within a production or manufacturing environment, preferably in the edible oil industry - minimum 10 years work experience in FMCG / Process industry
• Preferably having process knowledge on avocado processing and contacts with farmers, suppliers and brokers to get the desired quantity of fruits
• Strong understanding of production processes, quality control, and safety regulations.
• Exceptional leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent financial acumen and experience managing budgets.
• Adopt to change mentality
• Transparent, straightforward and ability to work under pressure
• Local citizen / PR holder