Job Title: Production Manager
Organization: Grant
Thornton
Duty Station: Kampala,
Uganda
About US:
Grant Thornton is
one of the world’s leading organizations of independent assurance, tax and
advisory firm. We are made up of over 56,000 people in over 140 countries. They
are recruiting for a valuable client in Kampala, a manufacturer of bread, cakes
and cookies.
Job Summary: The Production Manager will be responsible
for all aspects of bakery production with a primary focus on the planning of
production, coordination of catering production, recipe and menu development,
new account development, major account follow-up, forecasting, and preparation.
Is accountable for inventory on shop floor and quality control. He/she shall
manage daily activities on the production floor, including all shift managers
and their subordinates to maximize team productivity and the quality of
products.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
·
The
Ideal candidate should possess a Diploma / Degree in Culinary Arts. Specialized
in Bakery Production, sound knowledge of Craft Bakery Products is preferred
·
8+ years
of production bakery manufacturing experience
·
Good
understanding of inventory mix. inventory controls and customer needs
·
Experience
in production of high sugar bread, cakes cookies and donuts.
·
Experience
in producing consistent quality bakery products.
·
Experience
in minimizing waste
·
Good
managerial skills to effectively co-ordinate with staff and departments.
·
Knowledge
of plant efficiencies and throughput.
·
Applied
knowledge of lean manufacturing
·
Ability
to work under pressure and for long hours
·
Experience
or ability to use ERP software
How to Apply:
All applicants
should apply by sending their updated CVs to [email protected]
Deadline: Tuesday,
9th June 2020
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