Head of Production

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: $4,000.00 - $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