8840 - Production Director
Western Serbia – Mačva District,
Srbija
Western Serbia – Mačva District,
Srbija
For our client, a well-established and rapidly growing company in fruits and vegetables processing industry, we are seeking an experienced and ambitious professional.
- Lokacije: Western Serbia – Mačva District
- Datum zatvaranja oglasa: 18/12/2026
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinating and optimizing production operations
- Developing, implementing, and adjusting daily and weekly production plans
- Managing production disruptions and technical issues to minimize downtime and ensure operational continuity
- Leading and supervising production teams, setting performance targets, and ensuring their achievement
- Optimizing workforce allocation across production lines to maximize efficiency and productivity
- Mentoring supervisors, supporting conflict resolution, and ensuring workplace discipline
- Monitoring and evaluating the performance of production technologists
- Monitoring and improving Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), production efficiency, and material yield
- Analyzing production performance and preparing daily and shift reports for management
- Ensuring compliance with food safety, hygiene, CIP procedures, and corporate quality standards
- Overseeing Critical Control Points (CCPs) and operational prerequisite programs (oPRPs) in accordance with applicable food safety standards
- Contributing to internal and external audits and ensuring compliance with quality and food safety requirements
Requirements:
- University degree in Food Technology, Process Engineering, Operational Management or similar field
- At least 10 years of experience in food industry, including 5 years in manufacturing leadership/managerial role
- Strong understanding of production processes and needs to understand food industry
- Knowledge of IQF and cold storage management would be treated as an asset
- Experience managing a large team
- Excellent knowledge of Lean tools, downtime management, manufacturing metrics, and yield management
- Understanding of production standards, ergonomics, and production hygiene
- Organizing and conducting daily stand-up meetings
- Professional proficiency in English (technical communication)
- Good command of general IT/ERP systems
- Category B driving license
Great production results don't happen by chance. They are built through smart decisions, well-coordinated teams, and leaders who know how to turn complex operations into efficient processes. If you see opportunities where others see challenges and believe your expertise can make a real difference, this could be the right place to put your experience into action. Take the lead in shaping what comes next!