Blending & Quality Head

Job Title: Blending & Quality Head

Location: Vilupuram

Position Summary: The Blending & Quality Head will oversee the blending and quality assurance processes at the IMFS (Indian Made Foreign Spirits) unit. This role requires extensive experience in IMFS unit operations, quality control, and new product development.

Key Responsibilities:

Blending:

Blend different brands of our IMFS as per standard recipes, requiring strong subject knowledge of liquors/spirits.

Quality Checking:

Conduct quality checks of raw materials (RM), process materials (PM), and finished goods at the production line before packing for dispatch.

Maintaining Records:

Maintain a full excise register daily and enter all blending-related entries.

Ensuring Compliance:

Ensure compliance with all factory/production guidelines and maintain safe working conditions.

Quality Control Responsibilities:

• Conduct product tests.
• Release raw materials, intermediate products, and finished products.
• Calibrate production/line operations-related equipment.
• Prepare analytical documents.
• Sample raw materials and process materials.

Experience Requirements:

Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in IMFS unit operations, with at least 2 years in a leadership role overseeing quality and blending.

Production Capacity:

Manage production operations with an average monthly output of 4-6 lakh cases.

Quality Assurance:

Apply hands-on quality assurance techniques, including Fishbone analysis, CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Actions), and WHY-WHY analysis.

Water Treatment Plant (WTP) and Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP) Operations:

Independently handle WTP and ETP operations to ensure compliance with environmental standards.

New Product Development (NPD):

Preferably, have experience in developing new blends and products.

Qualifications:

• Graduate or post-graduate degree in Chemistry or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of quality control processes and standards.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Good communication skills and ability to work well in a team.

Preferred Skills:

Experience with new product development in the IMFS sector.

Familiarity with industry regulations and compliance standards