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Operations Director – Commissary & ProductionHRTX • Pasig, Metro Manila, Philippines
Operations Director – Commissary & Production

Operations Director – Commissary & Production

HRTX • Pasig, Metro Manila, Philippines
3 days ago
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Job description
Location: Pasig City
Work Setup: Full Onsite
Industry: Food Manufacturing / Commissary Operations / FMCG Role Overview A leading high-volume food manufacturing operation is seeking a senior manufacturing leader to oversee end-to-end plant operations for a large-scale production facility. This role is responsible for driving operational excellence across production, engineering, maintenance, quality, warehouse coordination, food safety, and workforce management. The position will play a key role in strengthening operational efficiency, improving plant performance, supporting business expansion, and ensuring consistent product quality in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate should come from large-scale food production environments. Key Responsibilities Plant & Manufacturing Leadership
  • Lead overall plant operations covering production, engineering, maintenance, warehousing, quality, and operational support functions
  • Drive plant performance through effective execution of operational KPIs including productivity, yield, downtime reduction, waste management, and service reliability
  • Develop and implement operational strategies aligned with business growth and nationwide production requirements
  • Ensure efficient plant utilization, capacity optimization, and sustainable operational improvements
  • Oversee day-to-day manufacturing activities to ensure smooth and uninterrupted operations
Production & Operational Excellence
  • Manage high-volume manufacturing operations focused on product consistency, efficiency, and process reliability
  • Oversee production scheduling, manpower deployment, and capacity planning to meet operational targets
  • Ensure adherence to manufacturing standards, SOPs, operational controls, and food production best practices
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing, TPM, Kaizen, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies
  • Lead initiatives focused on process optimization, waste reduction, and operational efficiency improvements
Quality, Food Safety & Regulatory Compliance
  • Ensure strict compliance with GMP, HACCP, sanitation standards, food safety regulations, and internal quality systems
  • Partner with Quality and R&D teams to maintain product integrity, process consistency, and manufacturing standards
  • Lead corrective and preventive action initiatives related to production deviations, quality incidents, and operational risks
  • Promote a strong food safety and quality culture across plant operations
Engineering & Maintenance Management
  • Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance programs to ensure maximum equipment uptime and operational reliability
  • Support equipment upgrades, automation initiatives, facility improvements, and plant expansion projects
  • Ensure engineering and maintenance teams maintain high standards for operational readiness and equipment performance
  • Drive improvements in machine efficiency, utility management, and maintenance planning
Supply Chain & Operational Coordination
  • Collaborate closely with procurement, planning, logistics, and warehouse teams to ensure uninterrupted production operations
  • Monitor inventory utilization, material availability, and operational readiness to support demand fluctuations
  • Support production continuity during peak seasons, nationwide campaigns, and business expansion requirements
  • Ensure effective coordination across cross-functional operational teams
Leadership & Organizational Development
  • Lead and develop plant leadership teams across production, engineering, warehouse, quality, and support functions
  • Build a high-performance culture focused on accountability, operational discipline, safety, and continuous improvement
  • Drive workforce capability development, succession planning, and organizational strengthening initiatives
  • Mentor operational leaders and strengthen overall plant management capability
Financial & Business Performance
  • Manage plant operational budgets, resource utilization, and cost optimization initiatives
  • Monitor operational metrics and implement action plans to address performance gaps
  • Drive sustainable operational efficiencies while maintaining quality and customer service standards
  • Support long-term operational planning and manufacturing scalability initiatives
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Food Technology, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field
  • MBA or postgraduate studies are an advantage
  • Minimum 12–15 years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience within food manufacturing or FMCG environments
  • Strong exposure to large-scale dough-based, bakery, flour-based, commissary, frozen food, or continuous manufacturing operations
  • Proven leadership experience managing large manufacturing facilities and multi-functional plant teams
  • Strong background in production operations, engineering, maintenance, quality systems, and supply chain coordination
  • Deep understanding of GMP, HACCP, food safety regulations, and manufacturing compliance standards
  • Demonstrated experience leading operational transformation, efficiency improvement, and plant optimization initiatives
  • Proven ability to manage large workforce operations within fast-paced manufacturing environments
Preferred Industry Exposure Strong preference for candidates with experience in:
  • Bakery and bread manufacturing
  • Dough-based or flour-based food production
  • Commissary or centralized kitchen operations
  • Frozen or ready-to-cook food manufacturing
  • High-volume FMCG food production
  • QSR manufacturing and production support operations
Key Competencies
  • Strategic Manufacturing Leadership
  • High-Volume Plant Operations
  • Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement
  • Lean Manufacturing & TPM
  • Food Safety & Quality Systems
  • Engineering & Maintenance Management
  • Cost Optimization & Productivity Improvement
  • Workforce Leadership & Organizational Development
  • Supply Chain & Cross-Functional Coordination
  • Business & Operational Planning
  • Change Management & Transformation Leadership
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