Plant Manager - Beverages

Plant ManagerExperience: 10+ year experience in beverages industry, Manufacturing Management.Education: Bachelors degree in industrial engineering, Food Industry, or a related field; Masters degree is preferred.Location: Sudair Industrial City, Kingdom of Saudi ArabiaPosition Overview:As a Plant Manager in the beverage industry, you will oversee all aspects of production, ensuring efficiency, quality, and safety standards are met. You will lead a team of supervisors, operators, and support staff to achieve production targets while maintaining a focus on continuous improvement and cost optimization. This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, communication skills, and the ability to coordinate multiple functions within the plant.Key Responsibilities:Production Management:Co - ordinates production activities with procurement, maintenance, and quality control activities to obtain optimum production and utilization of human resources, machines, and equipment. Confers with management personnel to establish production and quality control standards, develop budget and cost controls, and to obtain data regarding types, quantities, specifications, and delivery dates of products ordered.Develop and implement production schedules to meet customer demand while optimizing resources.Implement strategies to maximize efficiency and minimize downtime.Monitor production processes to ensure adherence to quality standards and regulatory requirements.Team Leadership:Hire, train, and supervise a team of production supervisors, operators, and support staff.Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.Provide coaching and support to team members to enhance performance and career development.Safety and Compliance:Enforce safety protocols and procedures to create a safe working environment for all employees.Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.Conduct regular safety audits and implement corrective actions as necessary.Quality Assurance:Implement quality control measures to maintain product consistency and meet customer expectations.Monitor product quality through regular inspections and testing procedures.Investigate and address any quality issues or customer complaints in a timely manner.Inventory and supply chain management:Oversee inventory levels to ensure adequate raw materials and supplies are available for production.Coordinate with procurement and logistics teams to optimize inventory management and minimize stockouts.Identify opportunities to streamline supply chain processes and reduce costs.Maintenance and Reliability:Consults with maintenance personnel relative to modification of machines and equipment to improve production and quality of products.Identify opportunities for equipment upgrades, automation, and process improvements to enhance productivity and reduce maintenance costs.Qualifications:Strong knowledge of production processes, quality management systems, and regulatory requirements. Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire teams.Knowledge of safety standards and practices, with a commitment to promoting a culture of safety.Extensive knowledge and experience in beverage factory FMCG process and technology.Strong computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office and manufacturing software applications.Proven experience in a managerial role within the beverage manufacturing industry.