Are you an experienced, hands-on, production manager in commercial food production? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for delivering top-quality products? If so, we want you to join our team as our Bakery Production Manager.
About Us:
Choices Food Group is a leading manufacturer in Gluten-Free baking, known for our quality freeze-to-thaw innovation and product excellence. Our SQF Certified facility produces a wide range of savoury & sweet bakery products for food service and retail customers nationwide. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented work environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage daily production shifts to meet production schedules and quality standards.
- Hands-on process, including staff supervision, equipment operation, and workflow optimisation.
- Ensure compliance with SQF (Safe Quality Food) standards, maintaining the highest levels of hygiene and safety.
- Monitor production efficiency, improving processes, and minimising downtime and waste.
- Train and mentor team members, fostering a culture of teamwork and accountability.
- Collaborate with the Quality Assurance and NPD Teams on current and future products.
- Participate in scheduling, inventory management, and other operational planning tasks.
- Oversee the preventative maintenance program to minimise downtime and breakdowns
What we want:
- Proven experience in a production lead role within commercial food production, preferably in the bakery industry or a similar field.
- Strong knowledge of SQF standards or equivalent food safety programs.
- Exceptional organisational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to motivate and lead a diverse team.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively.
- Familiarity with production scheduling and inventory management systems is a plus.
- Related qualifications will be very beneficial
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
- A supportive and inclusive workplace culture.
- The chance to work with a dedicated and passionate team in a thriving industry.
How to Apply:
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and make a significant impact in our commercial bakery, we’d love to hear from you!
Due to the nature of this role, we will only review applicants who have permanent, unrestricted Australian work rights.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $90,000.00 – $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Professional development assistance
Education:
- Certificate I - IV (Preferred)
Work Authorisation:
- Australia (Required)
Work Location: In person