Production Manager - Bakery

Position:  Bakery Manager                          Reports to:  Plant Director            

We are looking for a Bakery Manager to join our Operations team at our Rossville Plant! Our Bakery Manager is primarily responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the production bakery!

Opportunities

We are looking to add a strong people leader to help us coach and develop our employees, improve existing and implement new processes, and build a great culture on the floor! You will have a hands-on role working alongside the Plant Director, managing and developing production systems that increase productivity, quality, food safety, and efficiency! You must be comfortable working in a dynamic environment as there are lots of things on-the-go, including unforeseeable and changing priorities! However, you will get the opportunity to be heavily involved with improving our processes and ensuring we deliver quality products to our customers in a timely manner. You will also have a chance to develop your leadership skills further and grow your career with a progressive family-owned company.

Requirements

Here is who you are…

Drive & motivation

• You would love to work in an entrepreneurial environment where ‘change’ is the only constant
• You are motivated by challenges and willing to put in the extra mile to get the job done
• You want to lead a team by sharing your knowledge and experience
• You want to lead a team sharing your knowledge and experience
• You are motivated by the idea of building a positive culture

Character & ABILITIES 

• You are able to multi-task and juggle priorities to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• You are able to give clear directions and make sound professional judgment
• You are a proven leader who can effectively coach and develop a team
• You are collaborative and communicative by nature
• You are a lean-thinker with a willingness to continually learn and improve over time

Knowledge & skills

• You are proficient in various computer applications including MS Office Suite
• You have strong planning, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• You have excellent interpersonal and communications skills (verbal and written)
• You have strong leadership and people management skills

Experience

• You have at least 3-5 years of production management experience preferably in a food manufacturing environment

Nice-to-Have

• Degree or Diploma in a related field

things you will do…

• Manage the daily activities and controllable costs of the bakery
• Manage, motivate, coach and guide the production team to ensure that they have the ability to deliver results
• Manage and develop the team and maintain a positive work culture
• Drive continuous improvement in plant operations, health and safety, and product quality
• Work with other departments to coordinate activites and accomplish bakery goals
• Ensure that effective manufacturing practices are continually utilized while meeting health and safety regulations

OTHER …

• You may on occasion work at varied times as the job requires

Benefits

We offer our team members many benefits to help them achieve their goals and support our company culture:

• Opportunities for career growth and development
• Competitive Healthcare Benefits and 401K Package
• Performance Bonus
• Free delicious and healthy bread
• Friendly and supportive work environment and an ambitious team
• Discounts at our retail store with a great selection of healthy organic products
• Company social events focused around health, great tasting food and getting together as a team

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