Position: Head of Production
Reporting to the Directors, the Head of Production is responsible for leading all manufacturing operations across our baked goods production facilities. This role drivesoperational excellence, fosters a culture of continuous improvement, and maintains strong collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Job Responsibilities:
- Oversee and manage daily production operations to ensure optimal efficiency, quality, and regulatory compliance.
- Plan and control production schedules to maintain an efficient workflow aligned with production goals and seasonal demand swings.
- Establish and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) for food safety, hygiene, production efficiency, and quality assurance.
- Ensure all products comply with internal quality standards, food safety regulations, SFA, HACCP and other regulatory frameworks.
- Lead, supervise, train, and evaluate production supervisors and staff.
- Oversee manpower planning, shift scheduling, attendance tracking, and overall labour productivity.
- Manage operating budgets, control wastage, and reduce production costs without compromising quality.
- Identify production issues, bottlenecks, and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
- Troubleshoot production processes to resolve production, quality, and regulatory compliance issues.
- Drive product innovation and support new product launches and seasonal items.
- Support audits, inspections, and certification renewals when required.
- Report production performance, risks, and improvement plans to management.
Job Requirements
- Diploma or professional certification in Baking & Pastry Arts, Culinary Arts, Food Technology / Science or related field.
- Minimum 5 years of professional baking experience or food manufacturing experience.
- Strong technical expertise in high-volume production of breads, laminated pastries, cakes, and specialty bakery products.
- Strong leadership, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution capabilities.
- Data-driven mindset with strong analytical and project management skills.
Pay: $4,500.00 - $5,500.00 per month
Benefits:
- Food allowance
- Professional development
Experience:
- Baking: 5 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- WSQ Food Safety Level 1 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person