Job Title: Production Supervisor
Industry: Food and Production
Location: Kisumu Kenya
Gross Salary: KES 60000 - 70000
About Our Client:
Our client is a fast-growing bakery operation based in Kisumu producing high-quality baked goods for retail and wholesale markets. With a commitment to excellence hygiene and innovation they are looking to hire a Production Supervisor to oversee the daily production process and ensure top-tier product quality and operational efficiency.
Job Purpose:
The Production Supervisor will be responsible for supervising and coordinating bakery floor operations including mixing baking slicing and packaging. The role involves managing staff maintaining production standards and ensuring food safety compliance while meeting daily production targets.
Key Responsibilities:
Production Oversight:
- Supervise all production processes including mixing baking cooling slicing and packaging.
- Monitor production lines to ensure consistency speed and quality output.
- Plan and coordinate daily production schedules in line with targets and orders.
Team Supervision:
- Lead and motivate production staff including bakers assistants and packers.
- Assign daily tasks monitor staff performance and provide training as needed.
- Conduct shift handovers and team briefings to communicate goals and updates.
Quality & Food Safety Compliance:
- Ensure strict adherence to food safety and hygiene regulations (KEBS OSHA etc.).
- Oversee daily sanitation procedures and ensure all production areas and tools are clean.
- Identify and report any quality control issues and ensure corrective actions are taken.
Inventory & Equipment Management:
- Monitor ingredient usage and support inventory tracking to avoid shortages or wastage.
- Coordinate with the maintenance team to ensure proper functioning of bakery machinery and equipment.
- Report equipment faults and assist in preventative maintenance planning.
Reporting & Documentation:
- Maintain accurate production records including output downtime labor usage and waste.
- Prepare daily shift reports and support documentation for audits and inspections.
- Assist in analyzing production metrics and suggesting process improvements.
Qualifications & Experience:
- High school certificate or its equivalent.
- A Diploma or Degree in Food Science Business Management or Culinary Arts is an added advantage.
- Minimum 4 years of experience in a bakery or food manufacturing environment.
- At least 2 years of proven supervisory experience.
- Solid understanding of bakery operations production equipment and food safety regulations.
- Proficiency in reporting tools and basic computer applications.
Key Competencies & Attributes:
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Attention to detail and quality-conscious.
- Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
- Able to work under pressure meet deadlines and adapt to shift work.
- Knowledge of hygiene standards and safety protocols in food production.
Working Conditions:
- Work takes place in a commercial bakery environment.
- Exposure to heat flour dust cold storage and production noise is expected.
- Flexibility to work early mornings late evenings weekends or rotating shifts is essential.
How to Apply:
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Application Deadline: Monday 7th July 2025
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