Seed Plant Manager
We are looking for an experienced and proactive Seed Plant Manager to oversee and lead all aspects of our seed plant operations including storage, processing, treatment, packaging, and dispatch. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in seed production/processing, plant administration, team leadership, and continuous improvement practices such as LEAN.
Job Description
Location: Aryanagar, Hisar, Haryana
Key Responsibilities
- End-to-End Plant Operations:
- Oversee all plant operations including raw and finished seed handling, processing, treatment, packaging, and dispatch.
- Ensure efficient functioning of storage facilities including seed dryers and cold storage.
- Distribution & Logistics:
- Supervise the timely and accurate dispatch of packaged seed to C&F agents and dealers based on allocation plans.
- People Management:
- Lead and manage Hamali staff, casual laborers, and temporary trainees.
- Provide training and continuous development to new and existing staff.
- Foster cross-functional communication and collaboration across departments.
- Warehouse & Asset Maintenance:
- Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance of all plant infrastructure, equipment, and internal facilities.
- Project Leadership:
- Lead the execution of new projects related to plant construction, equipment erection, and process expansion.
- General Plant Administration:
- Ensure smooth day-to-day administrative functioning of the plant, including safety protocols, audits, and documentation.
- Continuous Improvement & Safety:
- Implement and promote LEAN methodologies and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Conduct plant-related safety training and lead efforts on procedural improvements and corrective actions.
Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in seed plant operations or agri-processing.
- Proven leadership ability to manage multi-functional teams and drive operational excellence.
- Strong knowledge of LEAN manufacturing and continuous improvement practices.
- Proficient in using technology for internal communication, reporting, and team coordination.
- Excellent analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills using performance metrics.
- Effective communicator with the ability to work across functions and leadership levels.
Preferred Attributes
- Hands-on, accountable leadership style with a results-oriented mindset.
- Experience in managing large-scale agri-processing or seed operations.
- Ability to handle high-pressure environments while maintaining operational efficiency.
