Baking Facility Production Supervisor

ZipRecruiter; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the baking sector is seeking a Baking Production Supervisor to lead operations at their new facility, Pan Kobo. This role involves overseeing a team, ensuring high-quality production standards, and implementing best practices to enhance efficiency. With a commitment to creating delightful experiences, the company values respect, integrity, and growth. Join a collaborative environment where your leadership can make a significant impact on both the team and the community. If you have a passion for food production and team management, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Career Growth Opportunities

Collaborative Environment

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in food production, preferably in a baking facility.
• Strong organizational skills and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise production personnel and ensure efficient operations.
• Monitor production output and resolve any issues.

Skills

Food Production Management

Team Leadership

Problem-Solving

Organizational Skills

Employee Performance Reviews

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree in Food Science or Related Field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Production Management Programs

Job description

Job Description

Baking Production Supervisor - Pan Kobo/Oyatsupan Bakers

OYATSUPAN Bakers - Pan Kobo

At OYATSUPAN Bakers, we are dedicated to serving unique, delicious, and peaceful moments with Japanese and Western-style foods. Our locally inspired baked goods create a joyful and nostalgic cultural experience outside of Japan.

Our mission is to be THE essential bakery for our communities. We are thoughtful about every detail of what, where, why, when, who, and how, while acting with respect, integrity, gratitude, persistence, and kindness.

Join us as we open our newest commercial baking location, Pan Kobo, to fuel our growth and continue to delight and create memorable experiences for our customers every day.

Job Description: As a Baking Production Supervisor, you will oversee the daily operations of our production facility, Pan Kobo. Your responsibilities include ensuring smooth, efficient, and safe production while maintaining high quality standards. You will manage a team of up to 20+ employees, monitor production output, and implement best practices to support company growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise production personnel and provide training on operational procedures.
• Monitor production output against standards for units produced, product quality, labor costs, employee safety, and raw material yields.
• Resolve production-related issues and foster a positive, productive work environment.
• Implement best practices to improve production methods and support company growth.
• Ensure batch tracking and lot numbers are documented for full product traceability.
• Conduct daily check-ins with team members on efficiency metrics and customer orders.
• Monitor and approve timesheets.
• Hold daily shift huddles to align the team.
• Maintain clear communication with the Pan Kobo Production Team.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in food production, preferably in a baking facility, with over 1 year in a management role.
• Experience working with high-volume production.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
• Knowledge of Production Management Programs is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Problem-solving abilities.
• Experience conducting employee performance reviews.
• Basic understanding of SQF standards and food sanitation.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Flexible with shift assignments.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary (based on experience) and benefits.
• Opportunity to work in a collaborative and innovative environment.
• Career growth and development opportunities.

How to Apply: Please submit your resume and cover letter. We look forward to hearing from you!