Production & Operations Management

• Plan, organize, and manage the entire production process to meet daily, weekly, and monthly output targets.
• Ensure efficient operation of distillation,fermentation (If any) blending, bottling, labeling, packaging, and warehousing units.
• Monitor production KPIs (yield, production rate, wastage, downtime).
• Coordinate with procurement for timely availability of raw materials, packaging items, and utilities. Implement preventive and corrective maintenance schedules to minimize machine breakdown.
• Lead weekly Factory Operations Review meetings.
   

Quality Control & Product Standards

• Ensure strict compliance with product quality standards for all liquor categories.
• Oversee laboratory testing for alcohol %, sensory quality, chemical parameters, and packaging integrity.
• Work with the QA/QC team to resolve quality deviations and maintain documentation.
• Implement FSSC 22000, HACCP, GMP, food safety and hygiene standards across the factory.
• Approve final product release (Warehouse, Logistics) after quality checks.

Regulatory Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure full compliance with government regulations for liquor production, licensing, excise, taxation, and record- keeping.
• Maintain accurate excise records: raw material usage, alcohol yield, inventory, daily production logs.
• Ensure safety compliance, environmental standards, fire safety protocols, waste management, and effluent treatment. Coordinate with regulatory bodies during inspections, audits, and renewals.

People Management & Leadership

• Manage and supervise production teams, technicians, maintenance engineers and support workers.
• Develop work schedules / duty rosters, conduct performance evaluations (KPIs), and assign responsibilities.
• Train staff on production processes, safety protocols, quality standards, and machinery handling.
• Build a positive working culture, ensure discipline, and resolve manpower issues.

Inventory & Cost Control

• Monitor stock levels of raw materials, packaging, chemical ingredients, and finished goods.
• Control production costs, wastage, and operational expenses.
• Ensure proper storage, FIFO system, and accurate inventory reporting.
• Work with the finance and procurement teams for budget planning and cost optimization.

Maintenance & Equipment Management

• Ensure proper maintenance of distillation columns, boilers, chillers, pumps, bottling lines, mixers, and other machinery. Implement Preventive Maintenance, Predictive Maintenance and Track Performance of Plant Machinery and
• Equipments.
• Plan and implement the Scheduled Machinery Maintenance.
• Minimize breakdowns, downtime, and production disruption.

Safety, Security, & Environmental Management

• Enforce factory safety guidelines and conduct regular safety checking and training.
• Ensure compliance with fire safety, chemical handling, hazardous material management.
• Oversee fire safety systems, safety inspections, and emergency preparedness drills.
• Oversee wastewater treatment and environmental compliance.
• Implement theft prevention and security protocols for high-value goods like alcohol.
• Implement tight security measures over Security Gates, Factory Compound, Tube Well, Construction Sites, etc.

Continuous Improvement & Strategic Initiatives

• Improve production efficiency, yield, and cost per liter.
• Lead Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, or 6S initiatives.
• Optimize core processes, including distillation efficiency, production effectiveness, reduction of equipment
• breakdowns, and other related operational improvements.
• Introduce new technology and modern operational systems where applicable.

Administration

• Oversee daily administrative functions within the factory premises.
• Ensure proper management of office supplies, stationery, PPE items, and essential factory related consumables. Manage facility upkeep including cleanliness, utilities, sanitation, waste disposal, and factory environment.
• Supervise support staff including admin clerks, cleaners, drivers, and security teams.
• Ensure timely repair and maintenance of office buildings, staff quarters, and factory surroundings. Oversee security operations to prevent theft, product pilferage, and unauthorized access.
• Ensure proper gate control: raw material in-flow, finished goods out-flow, visitor logs, vehicle checks. Coordinate with the Security Supervisor to enforce 24/7 security measures.
• Review CCTV footage, security reports, and incident logs regularly.
• Coordinate with maintenance team for building repairs, landscaping, and facility improvements. Manage government inspections, third-party audits, and other factory visits.
• Oversee the management of hostel and dormitories, ensuring proper room arrangements, adequate bedding, and well-maintained facilities.

Budgeting & Expense Claims, and Contract Management.

• Manage and monitor the factory’s yearly/ monthly departmental budget.
• Review and approve administrative expense claims, purchase requests, and 3rd Party Service Contracts.
• Liaise with the Finance Manager (Manufacturing) on matters related to the Factory Budget, Expense Claims, and Accounts.

Transportation & Logistics Coordination

• Manage factory vehicles, driver schedules, fuel usage, and maintenance through Admin Officer/Fleet In-Charge. Oversee employee transportation arrangements and Ferry routes.
• Oversee stock movements (warehouse-to-production and production-to-warehouse)
• Review daily warehouse and logistics reports and update them accurately using MS-365 Excel.

Management Reporting / Project Management

• Provide comprehensive weekly and monthly factory reports to management, ensuring accurate statistics and clear, actionable insights. Ensure accurate and timely submission of factory operational reports:
• Daily Production Reports Inventory Reports
• Quality Deviation Reports Maintenance and Downtime records
• Any additional tasks or responsibilities delegated by management.
• Communicate key issues and updates to Head Office or Management.

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field. 
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a manufacturing or production management role, preferably in the beverage or food industry, 
• Proven experience in managing large-scale production facilities. 
• Strong knowledge of beverage production process, machinery, and equipment. 
• Familiarity with qulity management system (QMS) and food safety management systme ISO 22000:2018, FSSC 220000 standards. 
• Proficiency in using production management software and tools. 
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities. 
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills. 
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.