Bakery Production Manager

Location: Quinte Shores, East Northumberland County & Prince Edward County (Picton)

SUMMARY  The Production Manager is responsible for the planning and execution of all production processes, as well as monitoring quality standards and costs and providing administrative support. Duties include, but are not limited to, inventory, production scheduling, team member scheduling, and team member organization.
BENEFITS & PERKS    Salary Range:  $65,000-$80,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications, plus  quarterly bonus potential  based on budgeted operating profit and applicable bonus program terms.
Insurance:  Health, Dental and Vision available the first of the month following your start date; additional EAP, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Life Insurance options available.
Additional Benefits  :
Monthly cell phone stipend (opt-in), 401(k) available after 6 months, and employee discount.
Time Off:  PTO accrual increases with tenure, plus 5 recognized holidays per year and paid leave provided in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.
Growth  :
Supportive team environment with training and professional development opportunities
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES   Create production schedules
Daily reconciliation of all mix recipes in Flexibake
Daily reconciliation of case counts in Flexibake
Oversee quality control throughout the entire production process
Ensure all production is successfully completed in accordance with required deadlines
Monitor the efficiency of production equipment
Conduct period-end inventory of all raw materials
Notify Shipping and Receiving of any short or low raw material needs
Direct the sanitation team as needed
Fill in as a working team member as needed
Ensure all team members and supervisors are trained in accordance with/to company standards
Attend and proactively contribute to weekly manager meetings
Handle disciplinary conversations with employees and administer disciplinary action as appropriate
Coach/mentor staff through active performance management
Organize and ensure efficiency of all production departments, including shipping and receiving
Ensure production area is kept clean and organized at all times
Ensure staff compliance with all GMP and SQF programs
Ensure prompt notification to the Director of Operations of any production, equipment, staffing, or work-in-progress issues
Ensure prompt reporting of all employee absences/tardiness to the Office Manager
Ensure that racks and pans are always readily available to the table team
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES   Excellent communication skills (e.g., written, verbal, interpersonal)
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent time management skills with proven ability to meet deadlines
Commonsensical with solution-focused skills and mindset
Ability to remain flexible and work efficiently, effectively, collaboratively, and respectfully in a stressful, fast-paced environment
Ability to make intelligent, logical, professional, quick decisions under pressure
Proven leadership skills, with a positive mentorship style that promotes personal responsibility, accountability, and a sense of pride in the work to be done
Proficient in all MS Office programs
Familiarity with Flexibake
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE   High school diploma or equivalent
Flexibility to work varying hours, overtime, and Saturdays as needed
Proficiency in all production processes and stations
Proficiency in the adjustment and programming of all bakery equipment
Proficiency in all proper sanitation standards for bakery equipment
Previous baking experience in a high-volume, fast-paced environment is required
CORE VALUES EMBODIMENT    Be  - Self-disciplined, composed, outgoing, pleasant, polite, well-mannered, neat and clean in appearance (in uniform)
Have  - Strong initiative, leadership qualities, a positive demeanor, and a voice of reason
Act  - With integrity in all aspects of the job and hold people accountable to that same standard
WORKING CONDITIONS   May occasionally need to work overtime and Saturdays to fulfill orders.
Hours will vary depending on the business and staffing needs
Exempt employees will work 40+ hours as necessary
Be able to work on your feet for long periods of time (up to 12 hours)
Position requires prolonged standing, bending, stooping, twisting, and lifting products and supplies weighing up to 50 lbs., as well as repetitive hand and wrist motion
Work with hot, cold, and hazardous equipment.
Physical Requirement & Frequency
Bend
-Occasionally
Climb/Crawl - Rarely
Sit - Rarely
Kneel - Rarely
Squat - Occasionally
Stand/Walk - Constantly
Mental…