Bakery Production Lead: Schedule, Quality & Growth

Skyport HospitalityFirst Meridian Services; Quinte West; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision insurance

401(k) after 6 months

Monthly cell phone stipend

Employee discount

PTO accrual & holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

First Meridian Services is seeking a Production Manager for its Ontario bakery operations. You will plan and execute all production processes, monitor quality and costs, and provide administrative support.

You will manage inventory, scheduling, and team organization to ensure smooth, on-time delivery. In this fast-paced environment you will lead, coach, and mentor staff, enforce GMP/SQF standards, and coordinate closely with shipping, receiving, and operations leadership to optimize throughput

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and detail-oriented approach.
• Ability to manage time and meet deadlines.
• Leadership style that promotes accountability and pride in work.
• Experience with bakery production and GMP/SQF protocols.
• Proficiency with Flexibake and MS Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Create production schedules and monitor daily execution.
• Oversee quality control across the production process.
• Manage inventory, deadlines, and line efficiencies.
• Coach and mentor staff; conduct performance conversations.
• Coordinate with shipping/receiving and operations leadership.
• Ensure GMP/SQF compliance and sanitation standards.

Skills

Excellent communication

Excellent organizational skills

Excellent time management

Solution-focused mindset

Adaptable in fast-paced environment

Decision making under pressure

Leadership and mentorship

Familiarity with Flexibake

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience in high-volume bakery

Tools

Flexibake

MS Office

Job description

First Meridian Services is seeking a Production Manager for its Ontario bakery operations. You will plan and execute all production processes, monitor quality and costs, and provide administrative support.

You will manage inventory, scheduling, and team organization to ensure smooth, on-time delivery. In this fast-paced environment you will lead, coach, and mentor staff, enforce GMP/SQF standards, and coordinate closely with shipping, receiving, and operations leadership to optimize throughput