High Care Production Manager (Morning)

David Wood Foods; Bolton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the bakery industry seeks a High Care Production Manager in Bolton. In this role, you will manage production staff, ensure compliance with quality and safety standards, and foster team development. Your impact will extend to operational efficiency, stakeholder communication, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing production and compliance with quality systems.
• Ability to lead and develop teams, ensuring high morale.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage labours and ensure efficient use of resources.
• Conduct quality audits and maintain food safety standards.
• Oversee operations during manager's absence and support recruitment.

Skills

Leadership

Quality Control

Food Safety Standards

Staff Training

Communication

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02.06.2025

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About The Role

At David Wood Baking, we have over 20 years of experience in the bakery business. We are passionate about baking and produce a range of quality frozen "bake off" and craft bakery products including Savoury Pastry, Sweet Pastry, Bread, Morning Goods, and Confectionery from six bakeries across the UK.

Responsibilities & Requirements

• Manage labour levels, ensuring correct staffing and efficient use of plant and equipment. Respond promptly to over-usage and communicate with supervisors to reduce wastage. Identify areas for cost savings and implement improvements.
• Ensure compliance with Quality System standards. Manage team to adhere to work instructions and controls to meet product specifications. Conduct quality reviews and audits, and communicate actions effectively.
• Control raw materials and packaging usage, ensure machinery functions properly, and store products correctly to minimize waste.
• Maintain Food Safety, Quality, Legality, Hygiene, and Health & Safety standards. Conduct and monitor Food Safety and Hygiene audits. Ensure staff are trained and aware of safety protocols.
• Prioritize staff training and development, promote multi-skilling, and conduct appraisals. Foster high staff morale and clear communication about company goals.
• Enforce company rules fairly, handle incidents, and recognize performance. Ensure equal opportunity based on merit and commitment.
• Oversee all operations including Hygiene, Engineering, Dispatch, Receipt of Goods, and non-production staff in absence of other managers.
• Ensure site security in collaboration with security personnel.
• Support Sales with product development and samples. Participate in external customer visits and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Coordinate holiday schedules with team leaders and ensure continuous production.
• Collaborate with senior management and contribute ideas for company improvement.
• Assist with recruitment, training, and induction processes.
• Oversee proper use and maintenance of bakery equipment, liaising with engineers as needed.

Ensure technical information for equipment is accessible to staff.

• Perform any other duties reasonably assigned by senior management.