Production Manager Bakery

Matte d'or; Antwerpen; Hybrid; EUR 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Matte d'or in Antwerpen is seeking a Production Manager to lead our bakery operations. You will oversee daily organization of the production process from prep to finished products, ensuring smooth run and high quality, while guiding the production team.

You bring bakery or similar production experience, strong leadership, ability to work under pressure, and knowledge of HACCP or willingness to learn. The role offers day shifts, a collaborative atmosphere, and fair pay based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in a bakery or similar production environment.
• Strong leadership skills to motivate and develop a team.
• Ability to handle pressure, be flexible, and solution oriented.
• Knowledge of HACCP standards or willingness to learn HACCP.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and coach the production team.
• Coordinate production planning and ensure deadlines.
• Monitor quality standards and hygiene (HACCP).
• Identify and resolve issues in the production process.
• Collaborate with owners to implement improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Team motivation

Production management

Problem solving

HACCP knowledge

Job description

Do you love fresh products and want to contribute to them every day? Are you a natural leader who thrives on teamwork, dynamism, and a job full of variety? Then we're looking for you!

What will you be doing?

As Production Manager, you are the beating heart of our bakery production. You're responsible for the daily organization and management of the production process, from preparation to finished product. Your job is to keep production running smoothly, with an eye for quality and efficiency.

• Leading, motivating, and coaching the production team
• Coordinating the production planning and ensuring deadlines are met
• Monitoring quality standards and hygiene regulations (HACCP)
• Identifying and resolving issues within the production process
• Working together with the owners to implement improvements

Who are we looking for?

• You have experience in a bakery environment or similar production environment
• You have leadership skills and can motivate a team
• You handle pressure well, are flexible, and think in terms of solutions
• You have knowledge of HACCP standards, or are willing to learn
• You enjoy working as part of a team, but are also strong working independently

What do we offer?

• A challenging and responsible role within a growing company
• Opportunities for personal and professional development
• Day shifts only, no night work
• A pleasant, family-like working atmosphere
• Fair pay based on experience and commitment