Job Description

Operations Management

·       Plan, organize, and control daily feed nmill production activities

·       Ensure production targets (volume, efficiency, yield) are achieved

·       Optimize plant performance (OEE, downtime, throughput)

·       Maintain consistent product quality according to formulations and standards

 

Production & Quality Control

·       Ensure all feed products comply with quality, safety, and regulatory requirements

·       Monitor raw material usage, batching accuracy, and processing parameters

·       Coordinate with QA/QC team for testing and continuous improvement

 

Maintenance & Engineering

·       Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance of plant machinery

·       Ensure minimum breakdown and optimal equipment availability

·       Coordinate with maintenance team for timely repair and upgrades

 

Cost Control & Efficiency

·       Manage production cost (labor, energy, wastage, raw material loss)

·       Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce cost per MT

·       Monitor KPIs such as conversion cost, shrinkage, and efficiency

 

Supply Chain & Inventory

·       Coordinate with procurement and warehouse teams for raw materials

·       Ensure proper storage, stock accuracy, and FIFO compliance

·       Monitor inventory levels to avoid shortages or overstock

 

People Management

·       Lead and develop feedmill team (production, maintenance, warehouse)

·       Ensure manpower planning, training, and performance management

·       Promote a strong safety culture and discipline in the plant

 

HSE (Health, Safety & Environment)

·       Ensure compliance with company HSE policies and procedures

·       Conduct safety inspections, audits, and corrective actions

·       Minimize incidents, accidents, and environmental risks

 

Reporting & Coordination

·       Prepare and submit production, cost, and performance reports

·       Coordinate closely with Nutrition, Sales, and Logistics teams

·       Support management with operational insights and improvement plans

 

Key KPIs

·       Production volume vs target

·       Conversion cost per MT

·       Plant efficiency (OEE)

·       Downtime & machine utilization

·       Product quality compliance

·       Safety (zero accidents / LTIs)