Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

About the Role

As an Associate Manager, Manufacturing Operations, you will lead daily production processes, ensuring alignment with production plans, quality standards, and safety requirements. You will collaborate cross-functionally with Planning, Quality, Maintenance, and Warehouse teams to deliver efficient and uninterrupted operations while driving continuous improvement initiatives such as LEAN and TPM.

About the Team / Department

You will join a dynamic Manufacturing Operations team focused on delivering operational excellence in a fast-paced FMCG environment. The team collaborates closely with Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, and Logistics to meet business goals and serve customers effectively.

Responsibilities

• Execute production plans in coordination with Factory Planning to meet volume, timing, and quality targets
• Lead and supervise production teams, ensuring clear accountability, performance, and adherence to standards
• Monitor and improve production line performance using KPIs and performance management tools
• Ensure product quality by maintaining process control, minimizing waste, and reducing scrap levels
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using TPM and Lean methodologies
• Maintain compliance with Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) standards and promote a safety-first culture
• Collaborate with Maintenance to ensure equipment reliability and optimal performance
• Oversee SAP production order execution, variance analysis, and inventory accuracy
• Lead warehouse coordination and finished goods flow to ensure smooth logistics operations
• Develop and coach team members, enabling skill-building and career progression

Experience You ll Bring

• Bachelor s degree in Engineering or a related field
• Minimum 8 years of experience in Manufacturing Operations within FMCG or similar industries
• Experience managing production teams and driving operational performance

Behaviors You ll Need

• Strong leadership and team development capability
• Results-oriented with a focus on efficiency and cost optimization
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret KPIs and drive action
• Collaborative and effective communicator across functions

This role isn't eligible for international relocation

You must be legally eligible to work in the country

Desired Candidate Profile