Production Supervisor

MCA Asia Business Solutions Inc.; Manila; On-site; PHP 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

MCA Asia Business Solutions Inc. is looking for a Production Oversight professional in Manila. The role involves overseeing daily production operations, managing a team, and enforcing food safety standards. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 3–5 years of supervisory experience in food production. Familiarity with ERP systems for inventory and scheduling is preferred. Interested applicants should be flexible with schedules to align with peak production periods.

Qualifications

• At least 3–5 years of supervisory experience in food production or manufacturing.
• Proven ability to manage high-volume operations and teams of 20+ staff.
• Knowledge of bakery equipment and basic maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production operations for breads and pastries.
• Supervise a team of production staff and conduct performance evaluations.
• Enforce food safety standards through audits and sanitation checks.
• Prepare production reports and analyze data to recommend improvements.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Food safety standards

Production scheduling

HACCP knowledge

Team training and development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Food Technology, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration or related fields

Tools

ERP systems

MS Office (Excel)

Job description

On-site - Manila 3-5 Yrs Exp Bachelor Contract

Job Description

Production Oversight

• Oversee daily production operations, including mixing, baking, proofing, packaging, and quality checks for breads, pastries, and other bakery items.
• Monitor production schedules to meet demand across 30 branches, optimizing output to minimize waste and downtime.
• Coordinate with inventory and logistics teams to ensure timely supply of raw materials and distribution of finished goods.

Team Leadership and Training

• Supervise a team of production staff, assigning shifts, conducting performance evaluations, and fostering a safe, collaborative environment.
• Train employees on standard operating procedures (SOPs), equipment use, and hygiene protocols.
• Address staffing needs, including hiring, scheduling, and handling disciplinary actions.

Quality and Compliance Management

• Enforce food safety standards (e.g., HACCP, FDA guidelines) through regular audits, sanitation checks, and corrective actions.
• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) like yield rates, defect rates, and production costs, implementing improvements as needed.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and coordinate maintenance with technicians to prevent disruptions.

Reporting and Continuous Improvement

• Prepare production reports, analyzing data to identify trends and recommend process enhancements.
• Collaborate with branch managers and central teams to adapt production based on sales forecasts and seasonal demands.

Job Specification

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Technology, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or related fields.
• At least 3–5 years of supervisory experience in food production or manufacturing (preferably in bakery, confectionery, or FMCG), with a proven ability to manage high-volume operations and teams of 20+ staff.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, weekends, holidays, and peak production periods to align with bakery operations. Report to centralized commissary in Sta. Cruz, Manila.
• Familiarity with production software (e.g., ERP systems for inventory and scheduling) and MS Office (Excel for reporting).
• Knowledge of bakery equipment (ovens, mixers, slicers) and basic maintenance.