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Our client, a leading and highly respected craft bakery supplying premium foodservice, retail, and private label customers, is seeking an experienced and hands-on Assistant Production Manager to support the leadership of their Bread production department. This is a pivotal role within a fast-paced, 24/7 manufacturing environment, offering the opportunity to combine artisan expertise with operational excellence at scale.
Job Responsibility:
Support the leadership and development of a large Bread production team within a 24/7 operation
Drive operational excellence, productivity improvements, and tight cost control across the department
Coach, develop, and motivate team members, embedding clear operational protocols and standards
Manage shift planning, rota scheduling, and workforce organisation
Lead and support new product development across foodservice, branded retail, and private label channels
Work collaboratively with Sales, Technical, and senior leadership on structured production planning cycles
Maintain rigorous food safety, traceability, and quality standards in line with company policy
Monitor productivity metrics and identify opportunities for efficiency improvements
Contribute to departmental budget planning, headcount management, and performance monitoring
Represent the business where required with key customers, suppliers, and stakeholders
Ensure adherence to health and safety standards and company procedures at all times
Support wider business initiatives and undertake additional responsibilities as required
Requirements:
Proven experience within artisan or craft wholesale bakery production
Strong track record of leadership within a food manufacturing environment
Demonstrable experience delivering productivity gains and managing cost controls
Experience of structured operational processes and high standards of food safety and traceability
Hands-on leadership style with the ability to lead from the front in a busy production setting
Strong coaching and team development capability
Organised, resilient, and energetic with a strong work ethic
Comfortable working cross-functionally with Sales, Technical, and senior stakeholders
High integrity with strict adherence to health & safety and company procedures
Nice to have:
Experience of gluten-free production would be advantageous