Dairy Plant Manager

Key Responsibilities & Duties    
1. Production Management & Quality Control
The Cultured Process:
Oversee the end-to-end execution of our traditional   curd-method culturing process   (boiling raw milk, separating cream, setting and fermenting cream into curd overnight, churning, and slow-clarifying). Ensure the final ghee consistently achieves its signature premium aroma and granular (  danedar  ) texture.
Raw Milk Gatekeeping:
Manage the strict inspection and fat/purity testing of incoming raw A2 milk from our select suppliers. Ensure zero compromise on raw material quality.
Byproduct Optimization:
Efficiently manage the high volume of high-value skimmed milk and buttermilk left over from the cream-separation process, directing its conversion into premium curd and Masala Chhas.
Compliance & Hygiene:
Enforce spotless sanitation and food safety standards across the facility, ensuring strict compliance with FSSAI regulations.
2. Operational Scaling & Expansion Strategy
Standardization:
Create clear, repeatable Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) so that product quality remains perfectly identical as our production volume multiplies.
Capacity Upgrades:
Work closely with ownership to optimize plant layout, source higher-capacity processing equipment, and scale daily throughput smoothly toward 1,000 liters.
Inventory & Logistics:
Maintain tight tracking of batch records, raw materials, and premium packaging inventory (glass jars, labels, delivery supplies).
3. Team Leadership & Culture
Floor Leadership:
Supervise, train, and motivate our growing team of 5 to 15 workers. Lead by example—this is a hands-on role on an active floor, not a desk-bound corporate job.
Resource Management:
Minimize processing waste, optimize labor schedules, and maximize yield per liter of raw milk.

Required Qualifications & Experience

Education:

Degree or Diploma in Dairy Technology, Food Science, Food Engineering, or a related field.

Experience:

3 to 6 years of hands-on experience in a dairy processing plant. Experience in small-to-mid-sized premium dairies or expanding food startups is highly preferred.
Technical Expertise:
Strong understanding of milk fat dynamics, curd-fermentation biology, temperature-controlled clarifying, and standard dairy testing equipment.
Growth Mindset:
An energetic, problem-solving professional who thrives in a growing team environment and is excited by the challenge of scaling a boutique operation into a major commercial player.