Production Manager
Job Description:
Job Title: Production Manager - Bakery & Confectionery
Location: Congo
Industry: Food Processing / Bakery Manufacturing
Reports To: Plant Head / Operations Director
Job Summary
We seek an experienced Production Manager to lead end-to-end manufacturing operations for our bakery unit in Congo. The ideal candidate will specialize in high-volume production of cakes, pastries, bread, pav, buns, cookies, loaf, croissants, cream rolls, and toasts/khari. You will ensure efficiency, quality, safety, and compliance while driving continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
Production Oversight:
- Manage end-to-end manufacturing processes for all product categories (cakes, pastries, bread, pav, buns, cookies, loaf, croissants, cream rolls, toasts/khari).
- Optimize production schedules to meet targets, minimize waste, and ensure OTIF (On-Time-In-Full) delivery.
- Implement standardized processes (SOPs) and monitor KPIs (OEE, yield, downtime).
Quality & Compliance:
- Enforce strict adherence to food safety standards (HACCP, FSSC 22000, GMP).
- Conduct quality audits, address deviations, and ensure compliance with local/international regulations.
- Manage shelf-life optimization and product consistency.
Team Leadership:
- Lead, train, and mentor production supervisors, line leaders, and operators.
- Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Process & Cost Optimization:
- Drive initiatives to reduce production costs (labor, energy, raw materials) without compromising quality.
- Troubleshoot equipment issues and collaborate with maintenance for preventive upkeep.
New Product Integration:
- Support R&D in scaling new products from trial to commercial production.
Essential Requirements
Experience:
- 810 years in production management within food processing/bakery manufacturing.
- Current role as Production Manager/Head handling end-to-end operations (raw material to packaging).
- Proven expertise in high-speed bakery lines (automated ovens, moulders, depositors, packaging).
Technical Skills:
- Mastery of manufacturing processes for:
- Cakes, Pastries, Bread, Pav, Buns, Cookies, Loaf, Croissants, Cream Rolls, Toasts/Khari.
- Strong knowledge of dough processing, fermentation, baking parameters, and packaging tech.
- Experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or TPM methodologies.
Qualifications:
- Engineering degree (Food Tech, Mechanical, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering mandatory).
- Certifications in food safety (HACCP, FSMS) preferred.
Soft Skills:
- Leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making in high-pressure environments.
- Fluency in English (French/Lingala highly advantageous for Congo operations).
- Adaptability to emerging markets and cross-functional collaboration.
Why Join Us?
- Lead a critical production facility in a dynamic market.
- Competitive salary + expatriate benefits (housing, relocation, insurance).
- Opportunity to innovate in a scaling business with global standards.
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