Bakery Chef Cum Production Manager

About the Company: Riverpoint Foods (Brand: N Dairy Farm ) is a fast-growing bakery & confectionery company with operations in Chennai and Bengaluru , with a manufacturing facility in Krishnagiri, Tamil Nadu . We focus on innovative products, strict food safety, and consistent quality. Role: Production Manager (Industrial Bakery) Lead end-to-end factory operations across multiple shifts, managing two shift supervisors and the production workforce to deliver safe, high-quality output at optimal cost. Location: Krishnagiri, Tamil Nadu Key Responsibilities Own daily/weekly/monthly production planning, scheduling, and on-time execution across shifts. Drive efficiency, yield, and OEE; reduce waste and downtime through Lean methods. Enforce SOPs, recipes, and specifications; resolve floor issues quickly. Plan RM/PM requirements with Procurement; maintain optimal inventories (FIFO, freshness). Oversee manpower allocation, rosters, and overtime; partner with HR on hiring and staffing. Lead factory trials and scale-up for new products from pilot to full production. Uphold FSSAI, HACCP, GMP, hygiene, and safety compliance at all times. Track and report KPIs (volume, OEE, yield, waste, productivity); analyze trends and implement improvements. Qualifications Bakery/Pastry Chef, Food Technology or Engineering Background 10+ years in production/plant leadership within bread/bakery/confectionery. Proven multi-shift management and supervisor leadership experience. Deep knowledge of bakery processes, equipment, and ingredients. Strong command of production planning, inventory control, and Lean/CI tools. Working knowledge of FSSAI , HACCP , and related food-safety protocols. Ideal Profile Strong leader who coaches, sets standards, and holds teams accountable. Problem-solver with a hands-on approach on the shop floor. Process-driven and data-led; improves systems and SOPs continuously. Clear communicator with management, supervisors, and operators. Language: Tamil & Hindi preferred.

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