Assistant Production Manager

Job Description Designation: Assistant Production Manager Experience Required: 10+ Years Sector: Food / Chemical Plant / Solvent Extraction Plant Location: Julwania, Indore (MP) About Company: Founded in 2014 and headquartered in India, Amitex - Agro Products Pvt. Ltd. has rapidly emerged as a global leader in the manufacturing and supply of high-quality all ranges of Lecithin and Phospholipid ingredients. Our unwavering commitment is rooted in our mission: Your Pathways to a Healthy Life. This guiding principle reflects our dedication to developing natural, plant-based solutions for the Food, Feed, Health, nutraceuticals and pharmaceuticals industries in today's dynamic, health-conscious world. Role Summary: We are seeking an experienced Assistant Production Manager with a strong background in food manufacturing, chemical/solvent extraction plants, and specialized experience in lecithin and phospholipid powder production. The ideal candidate will support the Production Manager in overseeing daily operations, ensuring product quality, maintaining safety standards, and optimizing production processes, including distillation, refining, and drying systems. The role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and a solid understanding of food safety and audit compliance. Key Responsibilities: 1. Production Operations Oversee daily production activities for the manufacture of lecithin, phospholipids, and related products (powders, liquids). Monitor and control process parameters for distillation, solvent extraction, evaporation, spray drying, and filtration. Ensure production targets, yield levels, and product specifications are consistently met. Troubleshoot process deviations and provide immediate corrective actions. 2. Process Improvement & Efficiency Assist in optimizing operational processes to improve product quality and reduce waste. Implement lean manufacturing methods and continuous improvement initiatives. Support scaling-up of new products developed by the R&D team. Monitor plant utilities, equipment performance, and throughput efficiency. 3. Quality, Food Safety & Compliance Ensure strict compliance with FSSAI, HACCP, GMP, ISO, and customer-specific quality standards. Assist in preparation and execution of internal and external food safety audits. Verify raw material quality, in-process checks, and finished product specifications. Work closely with QC/QA to maintain product consistency and documentation accuracy. 4. Equipment & Maintenance Coordinate with the maintenance team for preventive and corrective maintenance. Ensure proper functioning and calibration of equipment involved in production, especially: oDistillation units oSolvent extraction systems oDryers (spray dryers, flash dryers) oBlenders and mixing equipment Ensure safe handling of chemicals and solvents in the production environment. 5. Team Management & Training Supervise production staff, operators, and shift teams to ensure safe and efficient operations. Provide training on SOPs, GMP practices, safety procedures, and process controls. Monitor workforce productivity and enforce disciplinary and safety policies. 6. Reporting & Documentation Prepare daily production reports, downtime analysis, yield reports, and batch documentation. Coordinate material planning with the supply chain and inventory teams. Maintain proper records for audits, traceability, and plant inspections. Key Skills & Technical Expertise: Strong experience in lecithin and phospholipid production (powders and liquids). Knowledge of chemical processing, distillation, and solvent extraction systems. Understanding of food safety regulations, audit requirements, and compliance standards. Familiarity with plant utilities (boilers, chillers, compressors, vacuum systems). Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities. Excellent communication and documentation skills. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Food Technology, Industrial Chemistry, or related field. Minimum 10 years of experience in Food / Chemical / Solvent Extraction plants. Proven experience in managing or supervising production operations. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): Achievement of production targets Reduction in downtime and waste Audit performance and food safety compliance Product yield and quality consistency Team performance and training effectiveness Efficiency of distillation and extraction processes Company Website: https://www.amitexindia.com Working Days:Mon to Sat (Work from Office) Regards, Head HR Email ID- [Confidential Information] Mumbai