Production Manager Bread Manufacturing

Position: Production Manager Bread Manufacturing
Location: Thika
Industry: Food Manufacturing (Bread Production)
Experience Required: 5 Years

Job Summary:
The Production Manager will oversee the entire bread production process ensuring efficient and highquality output while maintaining safety costeffectiveness and productivity standards. This role demands a strong background in breadmaking and food science or technical expertise with the ability to lead manage and improve the production team and processes.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Production Oversight:
   
• Manage the daily bread production operations ensuring all products meet quality standards and are produced within the set timelines.
  
• Monitor production schedules and adjust as necessary to meet customer demand and optimize productivity.
  
• Ensure that production goals are met in terms of quantity quality and costefficiency.
  
2. Quality Control:
   
• Implement and oversee quality control measures to ensure that all bread products meet or exceed industry standards and company specifications.
  
• Collaborate with the quality assurance team to address any issues related to product quality or food safety.
  
3. Team Management:
   
• Lead train and motivate the production team ensuring that all team members are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge.
  
• Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide feedback to enhance team productivity and morale.
  
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment.
  
4. Process Improvement:
   
• Identify areas for process improvement and implement strategies to increase efficiency reduce waste and optimize resource utilization.
  
• Stay updated with industry trends and technologies to continually enhance production processes.
  
5. Inventory Management:
   
• Oversee the management of raw materials and inventory to ensure sufficient supply for uninterrupted production.
  
• Collaborate with the procurement team to ensure timely and costeffective sourcing of materials.
  
6. Health and Safety Compliance:
   
• Ensure that all production activities comply with health and safety regulations.
  
• Implement safety protocols and conduct regular safety audits to maintain a safe working environment.
  
7. Budget Management:
   
• Develop and manage the production budget ensuring that all operations are conducted within the allocated financial resources.
  
• Monitor expenses and identify costsaving opportunities without compromising product quality.
  
8. Reporting and Documentation:
   
• Prepare regular production reports for senior management detailing key performance metrics challenges and recommendations.
  
• Maintain accurate records of production data including output quality control results and inventory levels.
  

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor s degree in Food Science Food Technology Production Management or a related field.
  
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a production management role within the bread manufacturing industry.
  
• Strong technical knowledge of breadmaking processes and equipment.
  
• Proven experience in managing and leading production teams.
  
• Indepth understanding of quality control standards and health and safety regulations in food manufacturing.
  
• Excellent problemsolving skills with the ability to think critically and make decisions under pressure.
  
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
  
• Proficiency in production management software and tools.