Manager - Manufacturing

About Hector Beverages Pvt. Ltd.

Established in 2010 in India, Hector Beverages rose to prominence with its signature brand, the Paper Boat, a ready-to-drink beverage that encapsulates the essence of traditional Indian flavors. The inception of Hector Beverages was driven by the founders' vision to bridge the market void for traditional Indian drinks and to present the world with a taste of India's rich cultural beverages.

L ocation

Headquartered in Whitefield, Bengaluru.

Current Standings

Over the past decade, Hector Beverages has expanded its product line to include fruit juices, coconut water, and iconic Indian beverages such as Aam panna and Jal-jeera and foods & dry fruits which includes products such as Chikki, Aam Papad, range of raw, roasted, and flavored dry fruits that includes mix of nuts, berries & seeds. The brand is synonymous with distinctive flavors and premium ingredients. Furthermore, the firm's commitment to quality and innovation is evidenced by its extensive infrastructure of nine dedicated factories (and counting) for Paper Boat products, providing direct employment to approximately 900 individuals and indirect employment to another 2000.

Organizational Culture

At its core, Hector Beverages thrives on a culture rooted in innovation, creativity, and collaboration. The company's flat organizational structure promotes open dialogue, empowering employees to lead their projects passionately. Hector Beverages is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need. The organization is dedicated to fostering high-performing teams. Moreover, the culture of celebrating both minor and major achievements, nurture a motivated and committed workforce, driving exponential growth.

Important Details About the Role :

Designation:Manager - Manufacturing| Function:Manufacturing| Sub-function:-| Reporting to:Head - Manufacturing
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Travel Need:As applicable| Employment type:Full-time| Location:Aurangabad|

Role Brief:

Lead end-to-end manufacturing operations for a six-line beverage plant (200–300 BPM), ensuring excellence in Quality, Delivery, Cost and People while driving productivity and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own daily production, planning and execution across all manufacturing lines.
• Deliver production, OEE, efficiency, yield and schedule adherence targets.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, HACCP/FSSC 22000 and quality systems.
• Drive conversion cost reduction, waste reduction and productivity improvements.
• Coordinate with Engineering to maximize equipment reliability and uptime.
• Lead new product launches, line commissioning and operational stabilization.
• Develop production teams through coaching, performance management and capability building.
• Drive Lean, TPM, 5S, Kaizen and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key KPIs:

• Production Plan Adherence
• OEE & Line Efficiency
• Yield & Waste
• Quality & Consumer Complaints
• Conversion Cost
• Utility Consumption
• Team Capability & Engagement

How does my profile look like:

• B.E./B.Tech (Mechanical/Electrical/Production Engineering)
• 6+ years in Beverage/FMCG manufacturing
• Experience managing automated beverage lines
• Strong leadership, problem-solving and operational excellence mindset