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