Industrial Bakery , Head of Manufacturing , Near Pune

Urgent : Head of Manufacturing (Industrial Bakery Products) Near Pune

Our client is leading Manufacturer of Ice Cream & Frozen Food of India , UAE & UK

They have Manufacturing facilities in India , Sharjah , Dubai & Manchester (UK) & Market presence in India , Middle East , United Kingdom , SAARC countries , APAC North Africa , Australia & the United States.

• We're seeking an experienced Manager to set up & lead our

  Industrial Bakery

  production facility & operations Near Pune
• Hiring & developing manufacturing team
• Awareness of international brands which are into

  industrial bakery products

  segment

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science / Catering , with specialization in Bakery
• Advanced relevant certifications is desirable (HACCP, ISO 22000, etc.)
• About 12+ years of experience in setting up of food manufacturing unit with specific expertise in bakery operations & a passion for driving continuous improvement & innovation
• Preferred expertise in Indian bakery production with exposure to various Bakery products
• Understanding of regional taste preferences & production challenges
• Comprehensive understanding of FSSAI standards & Bakery manufacturing best practices
• Excellent leadership & man management skills.

Key Responsibilities:

Production Management:

• Set up & oversee daily operations of our bakery manufacturing facility
• Ensure all production meets FSSAI standards, quality requirements, & delivery timelines
• Develop & implement manufacturing strategies to optimize efficiency & reduce costs
• Oversee all aspects of bakery production, including recipe development, scheduling, & workflow optimization.

Team Leadership:

• Manage & motivate a team of bakers, ensuring adherence to quality standards & production schedules.
• Recruit, train, & develop high-performing production team members across various skill levels
• Manage performance reviews, career development, & succession planning
• Foster a collaborative work environment that emphasizes safety, quality, & innovation
• Navigate & address local workforce challenges while maintaining high team morale

Supply Chain Management

• Oversee materials procurement process, supplier management with national / international
• Manage inventory levels to optimize production scheduling & minimize waste
• Build relationships with key suppliers across India to ensure reliable supply chain
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction while maintaining quality standards

Quality Control:

• Maintain high standards of product quality, taste, & presentation, ensuring compliance with food safety & hygiene regulations.

Cost Management:

• Analyze production costs, implement cost-saving measures, & optimize inventory management.

Inventory Management:

• Manage inventory levels, order supplies, & collaborate with suppliers to ensure a reliable supply chain.

Product Development:

• Develop & test new recipes, adapt existing recipes, & explore innovative techniques to enhance product offerings.
• Provide manufacturing expertise for new product development initiatives suited to Indian tastes & preferences
• Suggest innovative ideas for new snack & bakery products based on regional market trends
• Ensure smooth transition of new products from development to full-scale production

Plant Operations

• Demand vs. Supply , Production Planning , scheduling &v Control , Engineering, Stores & inventory management, Administration, Transportation, Logistics & SCM, etc.)
• Carryout testing of New products for required parameters.
  Cost control, operational excellence, efficiency, timely delivery & Quality output.
• Optimization techniques & efficient facilities management.
• Achieve Sales & Profit objectives of the unit.
• Coordinate activities of various functions of the unit
• Ensure implementation of Statutory requirements as well as Policies of the Company.
• Achieve Objectives of the unit with respect to Safety, Quality & Food safety.
• Maintenance of Harmonious industrial relations.
• Liaison with external agencies

Training & Mentorship:

• Provide training & mentorship to the bakery staff, fostering a collaborative & skilled workforce.

Compliance:

• Ensure adherence to all relevant food safety regulations & company policies.

Problem Solving:

• Address production issues promptly & efficiently, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify areas for improvement in production processes, implement best practices, & stay current with industry trends.

Excellent communication skills in English & Hindi / Marathi

You are requested to Email updated resume with following details

• Current Location
• Please confirm you are ready to work in Shirwal (Near Pune / Satara)
• Total Experience in Food & Beverage Manufacturing (In years)
• Relevant experience in manufacturing of Bakery Products ( In years)
• Are you comfortable to set up & lead our bakery production facility & operations ?
• Can you ensure all production meets FSSAI standards, quality requirements, & delivery timelines?
• Oversee all aspects of New product development , bakery production, including recipe development, scheduling, & workflow optimization?
• Please specify list of Bakery Products , you have developed & productized
• Team Size Managed ( Direct & Indirect)
• Current Salary (Fixed + Variable)
• Expected Salary
• Minimum period required for Joining
• Languages known
• Please self-rate : your English Communication skills on a scale of 1 to 10 (10 being highest)
• Contact Details, Residence & Mobile No
• Whats App No./ Skype ID

In case you are not interested, we would appreciate, if you can refer us, suitable matching profiles from your rich contacts

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Best Regards

Pradeep Kumar / Mumbai

Email: pradeep@intellectualcapital.co.in

Cell: 8828181917

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