Location: Corporate Office, Punjab (with travel to multiple plant locations)
Experience: 15–25 Years
Qualification: B.Tech / M.Tech in Mechanical / Chemical / Production / Food Technology; MBA preferred
Salary :18-24 LPA
Role Overview :
We are seeking a seasoned professional to lead and oversee end-to-end operations across multiple animal feed manufacturing plants. The Corporate Head / GM – Plant Operations will be responsible for driving operational excellence, production efficiency, quality, safety, and cost optimization while ensuring alignment with business goals. This is a strategic leadership role requiring hands-on plant management expertise combined with corporate-level vision.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Multi-Plant Operations Management

Provide leadership and direction to all plant heads (production, maintenance, quality, supply chain).
Standardize operating procedures across plants to ensure consistency in quality and productivity.
Monitor daily, weekly, and monthly plant performance against KPIs.

2. Production & Process Excellence

Oversee production planning and execution across multiple plants.
Implement Lean, TPM, Kaizen, and other best practices for continuous improvement.
Drive automation and efficiency initiatives to optimize output and reduce costs.

3. Quality & Compliance :

Ensure adherence to quality standards and regulatory/statutory compliance.
Implement strong systems for raw material testing, process control, and finished goods inspection.
Maintain certifications and audits (ISO, FSSAI, etc.) across plants.

4. People Leadership :

Mentor and guide plant management teams, ensuring strong succession planning.
Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous learning.
Drive employee engagement and workforce productivity.

5. Strategic Contribution :

Collaborate with senior leadership o Sirhind n capacity expansion, new plant setup, and capex planning.
Provide operational insights to support business growth and profitability.
Work closely with SCM, Sales, Finance, and R&D for integrated business planning.

Candidate Profile :

15 - 25 years of experience in manufacturing operations, with at least 8–10 years in senior plant leadership roles.
Proven expertise in multi-plant operations, preferably in agro-based, FMCG, food/feed, or process industries.
Strong knowledge of production systems, maintenance, supply chain, and quality management.
Excellent leadership, strategic thinking, and execution skills.
High integrity, result orientation, and ability to work in a dynamic environment.

What We Offer :

Strategic leadership role with oversight of multiple manufacturing plants.
Competitive compensation with long-term growth opportunities.
A professionally managed, innovation-driven work environment.

Company Profile :

Our client is a leading player in the cattle feed and animal nutrition industry, with over two decades of trusted presence across North and Western India. The company operates multiple modern manufacturing facilities, producing a wide range of high-quality cattle feed products tailored to enhance livestock health, productivity, and farmer profitability.
With strong distribution networks, state-of-the-art plants, and a reputation for consistent quality, the company has earned the trust of farmers, dealers, and institutional buyers alike. By combining advanced technology, rigorous quality control, and customer-centric practices, it continues to be one of the fastest-growing and most respected names in the animal nutrition sector.

Corporate Technical Head / GM – Plant Operations | Animal Feed Industry