Requirements
The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Food Technology, Bakery Technology, Industrial Engineering, or Manufacturing Engineering, along with 8-12 years of experience in industrial bakery manufacturing or FMCG food production. A minimum of 5 years of experience managing large-scale bakery production operations is essential, with strong knowledge of high-volume products like buns, rolls, and breads.
Description
Role - Production ManagerLocation - Jeddah, Saudi ArabiaWe're looking for an experienced Production Manager to lead our bakery manufacturing operationsResponsibilitiesProduction Operations ManagementManage end-to-end production activities across bakery manufacturing lines including mixing, forming, baking, cooling, slicing, packaging, and dispatch preparation.Ensure daily production targets are achieved as per production plans, customer demand, and quality standards.Develop and implement production schedules in coordination with Planning, Supply Chain, and Sales teams.Monitor production performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement corrective actions to improve output and efficiency.Ensure smooth production flow with minimum downtime and maximum equipment utilization.Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, capacity, and operational efficiency.Production Planning & Cost ControlPrepare manpower and resource plans to meet production requirements.Monitor production costs including labor, raw material consumption, energy usage, and operational expenses.Drive initiatives to reduce production losses, waste, and rework.Monitor key production KPIs such as:Production outputYield performanceWaste percentageDowntimeLabor productivityOverall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)Quality & Food Safety ComplianceEnsure strict compliance with food safety standards including HACCP, GMP, ISO 22000, and Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) requirements.Work closely with Quality Assurance teams to maintain product consistency and compliance.Ensure adherence to hygiene, sanitation, allergen control, and traceability procedures.Support internal and external audits and ensure timely closure of corrective actions.Maintenance & Equipment CoordinationCoordinate with Maintenance teams to ensure preventive maintenance schedules are followed.Minimize production interruptions through effective troubleshooting and root cause analysis.Support installation, commissioning, and optimization of new production equipment.Ensure proper handling and operation of bakery machinery.Cross-Functional CollaborationCollaborate with:Quality Assurance for product standards and food safetyMaintenance for equipment reliabilitySupply Chain for material availabilityWarehouse for inventory controlR&D for new product trials and process improvementsHR for manpower planning and employee developmentParticipate in factory improvement projects and operational excellence programs.Qualifications & ExperienceBachelor's degree in Food Technology, Bakery Technology, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.Minimum 8–12 years of experience in industrial bakery manufacturing, FMCG, or food production environment.Minimum 5 years of experience managing large-scale bakery production operations.Strong experience with high-volume bakery products such as:BunsRollsSkills: production management,bakery,operations