Production Manager CUM General Manager

Dindayal Industries; Rajasthan; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Dindayal Industries Limited in Ajmer, Rajasthan, seeks an experienced Production Manager Cum General Manager to lead overall factory operations, production planning, manpower utilization, and process improvements in Ayurvedic manufacturing.

The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of Ayurvedic manufacturing, GMP compliance, regulatory requirements, and a track record of boosting productivity while ensuring quality and timely batch completion.

Qualifications

• MBA/PGDM or Master’s in a relevant field.
• 8–15 years of experience in manufacturing operations.
• Experience in Ayurvedic/Pharma/FMCG is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of GMP and regulatory requirements.
• Leadership and ownership of factory operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead overall factory operations and production activities for smooth functioning of the unit.
• Streamline production planning, scheduling, and execution.
• Identify bottlenecks, gaps, and deploy corrective measures.
• Plan manpower deployment and optimize resources (machinery, materials).
• Ensure GMP compliance, regulatory requirements, and batch documentation.
• Coordinate with Production, QC/QA, R&D, Maintenance, Stores and Purchase.

Skills

Production planning

Factory operations

Leadership

Problem solving

Regulatory compliance

Education

MBA/PGDM in Operations Management

Master's degree in related field

Job description

ABOUT DINDAYAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED

Established in 1927, Dindayal Industries Limited, under its flagship brand DINDAYAL AYURVEDA, is a trusted name in Ayurvedic healthcare with a heritage of nearly a century. We manufacture and market a wide range of Classical Ayurvedic Medicines, OTC Products, FMCG, and Wellness Solutions, combining the wisdom of Ayurveda with modern manufacturing excellence.

As a landmark achievement, Dindayal Ayurveda is the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) partner of the Government of Rajasthan for the operation and modernization of government Ayurvedic manufacturing facilities, reinforcing our commitment to strengthening public healthcare through quality Ayurveda.

POSITION : PRODUCTION MANAGER CUM GENERAL MANAGER

LOCATION : Ajmer, Rajasthan

DEPARTMENT : Manufacturing / Factory Operations

EXPERIENCE Preferably : 8-15 Years

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are seeking an experienced and technically strong Production Manager Cum General Manager to lead the overall management, production planning, manpower utilization, process improvement, and smooth functioning of our Ayurvedic manufacturing facility.

The ideal candidate should possess strong knowledge of Ayurvedic manufacturing, classical formulations, production processes, factory operations, and regulatory requirements. The role includes identifying bottlenecks, streamlining production, assessing manpower requirements, improving productivity, reducing delays, and ensuring optimum utilization of machinery, materials, and workforce.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage and supervise overall factory operations and production activities for smooth and efficient functioning of the manufacturing unit.
• Streamline production processes and establish systematic production planning, scheduling, and execution.
• Identify production bottlenecks, operational gaps, and manpower shortages across departments and implement corrective measures.
• Plan and optimize manpower deployment according to workload, machinery, and departmental requirements.
• Monitor productivity and ensure optimum utilization of manpower, machinery, materials, and manufacturing capacity.
• Supervise manufacturing of Classical Ayurvedic formulations including Asava-Arishta, Avaleha, Syrup, Churna, Rasa Vati, Guggulu, Swarna Yog, Ghrita, Taila, and other dosage forms.
• Ensure correct manufacturing procedures, batch processes, formulation techniques, and process parameters are followed.
• Coordinate with Production, QC, QA, R&D, Stores, Purchase, and Maintenance for uninterrupted operations.
• Ensure timely availability and proper utilization of raw materials, packing materials, machinery, and manpower.
• Monitor production targets and ensure timely completion of batches and schedules.
• Improve production efficiency, productivity, quality, cost control, factory discipline, staff accountability, and departmental coordination.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, Drugs & Cosmetics Act & Rules, licensing requirements, labelling protocols, and applicable Ayurvedic regulatory standards.
• Ensure proper maintenance of Batch Manufacturing Records, production documentation, SOPs, and statutory records.
• Review existing systems, introduce practical improvements, and regularly report production performance, manpower requirements, operational issues, and improvement plans to senior management.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• Education: MBA / PGDM / Master's Degree in Operations Management, Production Management, Industrial Management, Factory Management, General Management, or any other relevant discipline. Candidates having a specialized qualification in Factory or Operations Management may also apply.
• Experience: Preferably 8-15 years of experience in manufacturing operations, including experience in a managerial or factory leadership role. Experience in Ayurvedic, Herbal, Pharmaceutical, FMCG, or Process Manufacturing will be an added advantage.
• Strong knowledge of factory operations, production planning, manpower deployment, workflow management, process improvement, capacity utilization, productivity improvement, and cost control.
• Ability to identify production bottlenecks, operational gaps, manpower shortages, and process inefficiencies, and implement appropriate corrective measures.
• Ability to understand technical production processes and coordinate effectively with Production, Quality Control, Quality Assurance, R&D, Maintenance, Stores, and Purchase teams.
• Knowledge of GMP, Drugs & Cosmetics Act & Rules, licensing, labelling, documentation, and other applicable regulatory requirements will be preferred.
• Strong leadership, team-management, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to take complete ownership of factory operations, production performance, manpower productivity, and overall operational efficiency.

COMPENSATION

As per industry standards and commensurate with experience.