Executive: Operations Excellence

Beyzon Foodtek; Pune District; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,350,000; Full time

Job summary

Beyzon Foodtek Pvt. Ltd. in Pune seeks an Operations Excellence Executive to enhance manufacturing performance across food processing plants. You will conduct plant assessments, analyze data, and drive lean initiatives to reduce waste and improve quality.

The role requires strong analytical skills, knowledge of food manufacturing processes, and a passion for continuous improvement, with hands-on support for clients across India.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Food Technology, Food Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 25 years of experience in food manufacturing, operations excellence, continuous improvement, or consulting.
• Exposure to dairy, bakery, snacks, beverages, spices, frozen foods, or FMCG is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in manufacturing assessments and operational audits at client facilities.
• Support Lean Manufacturing, TPM, 5S, Kaizen, OEE improvement, and waste reduction initiatives.
• Analyze production data to identify productivity losses, bottlenecks, and process inefficiencies.
• Develop SOPs, process maps, and operational improvement plans.
• Monitor KPI performance related to productivity, quality, downtime, yield, and efficiency.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

TPM

5S

Kaizen

OEE

Process Improvement

Food Safety

Analytical Skills

Communication

Excel Proficiency

PowerPoint

Reporting Tools

Willing to Travel

Education

Bachelors degree in Food Technology/ Food Engineering/ Industrial Engineering/ Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ERP/MES Systems

Data Analysis Tools

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Industry: Food & Beverage Manufacturing Consultancy Reporting to: Directors

Location: Pune / Client Sites Across India

About the Company

Beyzon Foodtek Pvt. Ltd., based in Pune, is a consultancy firm specializing in operational excellence, process improvement, quality systems, and manufacturing transformation for the food processing industry. We partner with food manufacturers to enhance productivity, reduce waste, improve quality compliance, and implement world-class manufacturing practices.

Position Summary

The Operations Excellence Executive will support consulting projects focused on improving manufacturing performance in food processing plants. The role involves conducting plant assessments, analyzing operational data, implementing lean manufacturing initiatives, supporting quality and food safety improvements, and assisting clients in achieving operational excellence.

The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical skills, understanding of food manufacturing processes, and a passion for continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

1. Manufacturing & Operational Excellence

• Assist in conducting manufacturing assessments and operational audits at client facilities.
• Support implementation of Lean Manufacturing, TPM, 5S, Kaizen, OEE improvement, and waste reduction initiatives.
• Analyze production data to identify productivity losses, bottlenecks, and process inefficiencies.
• Develop SOPs, process maps, and operational improvement plans.
• Monitor KPI performance related to productivity, quality, downtime, yield, and efficiency.

2. Food Industry Process Improvement

• Support projects related to food processing optimization, line balancing, and process standardization.
• Assist clients in improving material utilization, reducing wastage, and enhancing throughput.
• Participate in troubleshooting manufacturing and quality-related operational issues.

3. Quality & Food Safety Support

• Coordinate with quality and production teams to ensure compliance with GMP, HACCP, FSSAI, ISO 22000, and food safety standards.
• Support implementation of corrective and preventive action plans (CAPA).
• Assist in process validation and documentation activities.

4. Client Coordination & Project Support

• Work closely with consultants and client teams for project execution.
• Prepare reports, dashboards, presentations, and improvement trackers.
• Conduct follow-ups to ensure timely implementation of action plans.

5. Training & Change Management

• Support training sessions for shop-floor employees on lean tools and best manufacturing practices.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and operational discipline.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Food Technology, Food Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 25 years of experience in food manufacturing, operations excellence, continuous improvement, or consulting.
• Exposure to food processing industries such as dairy, bakery, snacks, beverages, spices, frozen foods, or FMCG will be preferred.

Required Skills

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, TPM, 5S, Kaizen, OEE, and process improvement tools.
• Understanding of food manufacturing operations and food safety systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good communication and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and reporting tools.
• Ability to travel to client manufacturing sites.

Preferred Skills

• Certification in Lean Six Sigma / TPM / Food Safety standards.
• Experience in manufacturing consulting projects.
• Familiarity with ERP/MES systems and production data analysis.

Key Competencies

• Continuous Improvement Mindset
• Data-Driven Decision Making
• Client Management
• Team Collaboration
• Execution Focus
• Adaptability & Learning Agility