Production Manager – Spices & Seasonings

Production Management

• Oversee daily production of spices, herbs, seasonings, masalas, and powder blends.
• Manage operations across weighing, grinding, blending, sieving, roasting (where applicable), packing, and line changeovers.
• Execute production plans while ensuring adherence to approved recipes and product specifications.
• Ensure uninterrupted production and timely completion of schedules.

Quality & Food Safety

• Maintain the highest standards of hygiene and sanitation.
• Ensure strict allergen control and cross-contamination prevention.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, ISO, FSSC, GMP, and other food safety regulations.
• Maintain product consistency, purity, flavour, and quality.

Process Improvement

• Improve production efficiency and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
• Minimize production losses and maximize product yield.
• Identify and implement continuous process improvements.
• Monitor productivity and optimize manpower utilization.

Cross Functional Coordination

• Work closely with the R&D team during:
  • New Product Development (NPD)
  • Trial batches
  • Recipe optimization
  • Flavour consistency improvements
• Coordinate with Engineering for preventive maintenance activities.
• Work with Quality Assurance to maintain compliance and product standards.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain complete batch manufacturing records.
• Ensure batch traceability and production documentation.
• Monitor production reports and compliance records.
• Ensure proper line documentation and operational SOP adherence.

Packaging Operations

• Supervise packing operations.
• Ensure proper functioning of:
  • Packing machines
  • Coding systems
  • Labelling systems
• Monitor packaging quality checkpoints.

People Management

• Lead, train, coach, and supervise production teams.
• Develop employee skills and productivity.
• Foster a culture of quality, safety, and continuous improvement.