Job Overview
Konnect Net Human Resource Services, on behalf of a client manufacturer, is recruiting a General Manager – Production (FMCG, Consumer, Cosmetics) for a plant in Palapathwala, Matale, Sri Lanka. The role leads production, spice extraction, distillation and blending operations while ensuring quality and compliance. Applications close on 31 October 2026.
Position Details
- Job Title: General Manager – Production (FMCG, Consumer, Cosmetics)
- Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
- Work Mode: Onsite
- Location: Palapathwala, Matale, Sri Lanka
- Closing Date: 31 October 2026
Organization Overview
Konnect Net Human Resource Services is a Sri Lankan recruitment firm hiring on behalf of a client manufacturer producing oleoresins, essential oils, active ingredients and flavor products at a plant in Palapathwala, Matale.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemical and Process Engineering is mandatory
- At least seven years of relevant manufacturing experience, including three years in factory, production, plant or operations management
- Practical knowledge of solvent extraction, distillation, evaporation, recovery, filtration, crystallization, drying and blending, including selection of solvents and conditions for different spices
- Knowledge of wet (soxhlet/reflux extraction and distillation) and dry (HPLC, GC-FID/HS and UV-spectrophotometry) lab testing essential
Key Responsibilities
- Lead factory operations, production planning, spice extraction, distillation and blending, quality control and maintenance management
- Optimize production processes, improve yields and control costs
- Ensure compliance with GMP, HACCP and FSSC 22000 standards
- Lead cross-functional teams, manage plant operations and drive continuous improvement initiatives
- Ensure safe, efficient and reliable production of oleoresins, essential oils, active ingredients and flavor products
- Use laboratory results for production, troubleshooting and blending decisions
- Handle process optimization, root-cause analysis, product development, inventory control and performance reporting
Required Skills
- Strong understanding of mass and energy balances, heat transfer, vacuum systems, fluid flow, separation processes, solvent safety and scale-up
- Strong leadership, numerical, problem-solving and documentation skills
- Excel skills, with good written and spoken English
- Ability to work in Palapathwala, Matale and respond to urgent plant issues outside normal hours when required
Salary & Benefits
Salary is negotiable based on qualifications and experience.
How to Apply
Email your CV with details of two non-referees to hr4@konnecting.biz before 31 October 2026. Applications will be treated confidentially.
Important Notes
- Include details of two non-referees
- Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted