Bakery Plant Manager (Based in Tuas)

Wilmar International Limited; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food production is seeking a Bakery Plant Manager to oversee operations at its manufacturing facility in Singapore. The role involves ensuring production efficiency, maintaining quality and food safety standards, and leading a dedicated team. With experience in food manufacturing and excellent leadership skills, the successful candidate will contribute to continuous improvement efforts and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in food manufacturing, preferably in a bakery or similar environment.
• Proven leadership and team management experience.
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and production standards (e.g., HACCP, GMP, ISO).

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the bakery plant to ensure timely production and delivery.
• Ensure all products meet quality, hygiene, and food safety standards.
• Lead and supervise production staff, including bakers, packers, and maintenance teams.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-Solving

Planning

Organizational Skills

Knowledge of Food Safety Regulations

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Food Technology, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

MS Office

ERP Systems

Job description

Job Purpose:

The Bakery Plant Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the bakery manufacturing facility. This includes production planning, quality assurance, inventory control, safety compliance, team leadership, and continuous improvement to ensure efficient, safe, and high-quality output in line with company goals.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Production & Operations Management

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the bakery plant to ensure timely production and delivery.

• Plan, schedule, and coordinate production activities to meet customer demands and minimize downtime.

• Monitor and manage production KPIs (output, efficiency, waste, downtime, etc.).

2. Quality & Food Safety

• Ensure all products meet quality, hygiene, and food safety standards in accordance with regulatory and company guidelines.

• Work closely with QA/QC teams to ensure strict adherence to SOPs and food safety protocols (e.g., HACCP, GMP).

• Investigate and resolve quality issues and customer complaints related to product or service.

3. People Management

• Lead and supervise production staff, including bakers, packers, and maintenance teams.

• Conduct training and performance reviews, motivate team members, and enforce discipline where required.

• Promote a positive, collaborative, and safe working environment.

4. Inventory & Resource Management

• Monitor raw materials and packaging inventory levels, and coordinate with procurement to ensure timely replenishment.

• Optimize resource utilization to control production costs and reduce wastage.

5. Maintenance & Safety

• Coordinate with maintenance teams to ensure all bakery equipment and machinery are in good working condition.

• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations at all times.

• Conduct regular safety briefings and risk assessments.

6. Continuous Improvement

• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce costs.

• Monitor industry trends and adopt best practices where applicable.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Food Technology, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in food manufacturing, preferably in a bakery or similar environment.

• Proven leadership and team management experience.

• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and production standards (e.g., HACCP, GMP, ISO).

• Excellent problem-solving, planning, and organizational skills.

• Proficient in MS Office and familiarity with ERP systems is a plus.

• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.