Senior Executive - Process

Location: Panjim

Position:
Senior Executive – Malt & Distillation
Function:  Manufacturing / Operations
Department:  Malt & Distillation

Qualification & Experience

Education:

B.E./B.Tech in  Chemical Engineering / Food Technology / Biotechnology / Distillery Technology  or equivalent.
Relevant technical qualification in  Malt & Distillation / Alcohol Technology  will be an advantage.

Experience:

Approximately 2 –6 years of relevant experience  in Malt, Distillation, Brewery, Distillery, Alcohol Manufacturing or a similar process industry.
Hands-on experience in  fermentation and distillation operations  will be preferred.
Experience in process optimisation, production planning and manufacturing KPIs is desirable.

1. Job Purpose
To manage and support day-to-day operations of the  Malt and Distillation process , ensuring safe, efficient, consistent and compliant production while meeting quality, productivity, yield and cost objectives.

2.

Key Responsibilities
A. Malt Operations
Monitor and manage malt production activities including  raw material handling, cleaning, steeping, germination, kilning and malt storage .
Ensure optimum process parameters are maintained for consistent malt quality.
Monitor raw material consumption, process losses, yield and productivity.
Coordinate with Quality and Laboratory teams for testing and release of malt.
Identify process deviations and implement corrective actions.

B. Distillation Operations
Monitor and control distillation operations as per defined SOPs and process parameters.
Ensure efficient operation of  fermentation, distillation, spirit recovery and related processes .
Monitor alcohol yield, recovery, energy consumption and process losses.
Ensure effective utilisation of plant equipment and minimise downtime.
Support troubleshooting of process and equipment-related issues in coordination with Engineering.

C. Production Planning & Performance
Execute daily production plans in line with business requirements.
Track key production KPIs including  yield, productivity, quality, OEE, energy consumption and process losses .
Analyse deviations from production targets and initiate corrective actions.
Maintain accurate production records, logbooks and MIS reports.
Support continuous improvement initiatives for productivity, yield and cost optimisation.

D. Quality & Process Control
Ensure adherence to defined process standards, SOPs and quality specifications.
Coordinate with Quality teams to maintain consistent product quality.
Investigate process deviations, quality issues and customer/internal complaints.
Drive root-cause analysis and implementation of corrective and preventive actions.

E. Safety, Compliance & Sustainability
Ensure strict adherence to  EHS standards, statutory requirements, SOPs and work permit systems .
Promote safe working practices and identify potential hazards in the process area.
Ensure compliance with applicable  Excise, environmental and statutory requirements .
Drive initiatives related to water, steam, energy and other resource optimisation.
Participate in safety audits, inspections and implementation of action plans.

F. People & Cross-Functional Coordination
Coordinate with  Quality, Engineering, EHS, Stores, Utilities and Supply Chain  teams for smooth operations.
Guide operators and workmen in effective execution of process activities.
Support skill development, training and competency building of team members.
Promote a culture of ownership, discipline, teamwork and continuous improvement.

G. Continuous Improvement
Identify opportunities for improvement in  yield, productivity, quality, energy efficiency and cost .
Participate in Lean / CI projects and implement best practices.
Support automation and digitalisation initiatives in manufacturing processes.
Benchmark processes and identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency.

3. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Production plan achievement
Malt yield and quality
Distillation yield / alcohol recovery
OEE and equipment utilisation
Process losses and material efficiency
Steam, water and energy consumption
Product quality compliance
Safety performance / incident reduction
Excise and statutory compliance
Cost reduction and productivity improvement
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