Southsea Investments Pvt Ltd

Production Manager- Bakery

Manufacturing Jobs

Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen in a growing bakery concern for the position of Production Manager. The role entails achieving set bakery targets through efficiently and effectively utilising all material, financial and human resources. The role requires an energetic and dynamic individual who has an in-depth understanding of the baking sector and appreciation of the operating environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

 Establish practices and procedures for the daily operations that will ensure a stable,
profitable and growing business.
 Participates in formulating and administering company policies, directing and
coordinating all bakery production activities to develop and implement short to mid-
term goals and objectives to meet business and profitability growth objectives
 Ensure conditions regarding the treatment of staff which is fair and in accordance
with the country’s labour laws and Human Resources policies.
 Ensure compliance with all applicable laws i.e. licenses, health regulations etc.
 Supervise and assist all production supervisors in achieving goals and objectives
set.
 Perform regular performance reviews of all departmental supervisors and
production teams.
 Maintain an organizational structure that promotes fair distribution of work while
maintaining maximum services to customers.
 Build and sustain relationships with suppliers and producers to develop effective
product promotion.
 Determine staffing requirements and advises the HR department for the necessary
processes.
 Setting up daily, monthly, quarterly, bi-annual and annual production plans based on
market demand.
 Monitor plant and machinery problems, breakdowns and inform maintenance
department immediately to resolve the issues.
 Maintain the right product quality and factory cleanliness in a safe working
environment.

Qualifications and Experience

The ideal person must possess the following:
 A Degree/Diploma in Food Science/ Business Management or any relevant field
from a reputable University or College
 Three years in a managerial position preferably two must have been in a baking
sector.
 Experience of working in the baking and retail industry is desirable.
 Experience in working with executives/directors providing professional, accurate
and strategic advice
 Must have a strong understanding of basic bakery concepts.
 Must have an understanding of human resource management concepts.
 Must have an understanding of various statutes governing the operations of a
bakery.

How to Apply

Candidates who possess the qualifications and experience should send their detailed CVs to hr@southsea.co.zw not later than 16 July 2020. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.