AGM | Manufacturing

About iD Fresh Food iD was founded in 2005, to ensure that people around the world gets access to fresh, nutritious delicious Indian food. With an unwavering vision to preserve traditional, home-made cuisine a focus on making the process of cooking fun effortless, iD today serves homes across India, Middle East, US and UK.Company size-2500+Website- https://www.idfreshfood.com/Founder- PC Musthafa [IIM Bangalore, NIT Alumnus, is hailed as the Breakfast King of India for offering a wide array of fresh, home-made ready to cook food items]No. of Manufacturing Plants- 5Headquarters- Bengaluru, Karnataka (Whitefield)Funded by Premji Invest- Azim Premji's Investment arm and NewQuest, iD Fresh manufactures 55,000 kg of idly/dosa batter every day and delivers it to over 30,000 retail outlets. The company's product range has grown to include a wide range of fresh ready-to-cook foods including Squeeze and Fry Vada Batter, South Indian Filter Coffee decoction, Ragi Idly/Dosa batter, Natural Paneer and Malabar Parota among others. The company has also launched an organic product line and will soon be converting its entire operations to organic.About the Operational Model As our product is different from others, so is our business model. All our fresh products are made for the day they are shipped to retail stores. We have zero finished goods inventory, and hence no intermediary stockists or transitory warehouses. This is possible only with the help of an inhouse fleet of vehicles and distribution personnel. Currently a fleet of 500+ dedicated vehicles and crew touch 30,000 retailers daily and replenish 100,000+ Kgs units of the freshest produce.Job OverviewThe General Manager Manufacturing will oversee all aspects of our manufacturing operations, ensuring efficiency, productivity, and adherence to quality standards. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills to manage a diverse team and drive continuous improvement initiatives.Key ResponsibilitiesOperational Leadership: Manage and oversee all manufacturing operations, including production planning, scheduling, and execution. Ensure that production goals and targets are met consistently.Team Management: Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of production managers, supervisors, and staff. Foster a collaborative and positive work environment.Quality Assurance: Implement and maintain quality control procedures to ensure products meet or exceed industry standards and customer expectations.Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and increase productivity. Drive initiatives related to lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.Budget Management: Develop and manage the manufacturing budget. Monitor and control expenses to ensure financial targets are achieved.Safety and Compliance: Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, industry standards, and environmental policies. Promote a culture of safety and ensure a safe working environment.Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with other departments such as Engineering, Supply Chain, and Quality Assurance to align manufacturing processes with overall company goals.Reporting: Provide regular reports and updates to senior management on manufacturing performance, including key metrics, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.Vendor and Supply Chain Management: Oversee relationships with suppliers and vendors. Ensure timely and cost-effective procurement of materials and resources.End to end project management (Brownfield Greenfield) along with overseeing all contract manufacturing process. Key Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Dairy, Food Technology, Business Administration, or a related field. An advanced degree or MBA is a plus.Minimum of 15-20 years of experience in a manufacturing leadership role, with a proven track record of managing large-scale production operations and driving process improvements.Strong leadership and team management skills.Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.Deep understanding of lean manufacturing principles and practices.Interested If this role sounds like you, then apply with us! You have plenty of room for growth at iD.