Bakery Production Manager - Durban

multiSEARCH Recruitment; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Durban is seeking a Production Manager to oversee scheduling, team leadership, and quality control in the food production sector. The ideal candidate will have experience in production planning, knowledge of inventory management, and a commitment to continuous improvement. This role offers opportunities to enhance production processes and ensure product quality standards are met.

Qualifications

• Experience in production planning and scheduling.
• Strong leadership skills and experience managing teams.
• Knowledge of inventory management practices.
• Familiarity with quality control processes in food production.

Responsibilities

• Develop daily and weekly production schedules based on demand, inventory, and staffing.
• Promote a culture of accountability, productivity, and continuous improvement.
• Monitor and control inventory of raw materials, packaging, and finished goods.
• Ensure products meet company quality standards for taste, appearance, and consistency.
• Evaluate and improve production workflows and systems for better efficiency.

Job description

Production Planning & Management

• Develop daily and weekly production schedules based on demand, inventory, and staffing.

Team Leadership

• Promote a culture of accountability, productivity, and continuous improvement.

Inventory & Resource Management

• Monitor and control inventory of raw materials, packaging, and finished goods.

Quality Control & Food Safety

• Ensure products meet company quality standards for taste, appearance, and consistency.

Process Improvement & Innovation

• Evaluate and improve production workflows and systems for better efficiency.