Senior Production Executive - Experienced from FMCG (Food) Industry

A well-established FMCG company, committed to strong ethical values and accountability to its Creator, employees, and business partners, is seeking a Senior Production Executive. This role is critical in managing efficient production operations while ensuring strict adherence to food safety and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). The successful candidate will play a key role in optimizing plant utilization and maintaining high standards across all production activities. Candidates with a solid background in FMCG production processes, coupled with excellent organizational and communication skills, are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee all manufacturing production and autonomous maintenance activities to ensure smooth operations. Prepare monthly production schedules for all SKUs ahead of each month to maintain proper planning. Maintain stock cover days at target levels for all SKUs to prevent any disruption in production. Ensure 100% plant utilization, including making necessary adjustments to locked products. Manage inventory for back processing and packing materials to cover at least one day’s operation without interruption. Monitor labor productivity and labor cost per kilogram, benchmarking and optimizing these metrics continuously. Plan and integrate maintenance activities within the production schedule to minimize downtime. Conduct root cause analysis for breakdowns in process plants and packing machinery, as well as for customer complaints, and implement effective preventive actions. Drive improvements in machine design and layout to ensure compliance with GMP standards. Collaborate closely with Quality Assurance and Compliance teams to uphold food safety and GMP compliance on the production floor. Conduct frequent GEMBA walks to identify, analyze, and resolve any GMP and food safety issues. Work proactively to eliminate leakages in production equipment to enhance operational efficiency.

Required Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Food Engineering, or a related field is essential. Candidates should have a minimum of three years’ experience in production processes, preferably within the FMCG industry. Strong organizational skills are required to manage multiple priorities effectively. Excellent communication skills are necessary to coordinate efficiently with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits

The work schedule is Monday to Saturday, with alternate Saturdays off, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The position is based onsite in Korangi, Karachi. The company offers a competitive monthly salary of Rs. 150,000. Additional benefits include gratuity, fuel allowance, medical coverage, leave encashment, and an annual bonus. This full-time role provides an excellent opportunity to contribute to a values-driven organization while advancing your career in production management within the FMCG sector.