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From its establishment in 2006, HMBC has stayed true to old-school baking traditions, using pure, simple ingredients (no artificial preservatives) with an unwavering commitment to quality and consistency.\nWe are grateful for our amazing team of artisans who have contributed to our 20-year success. If you’re interested in joining a team of talented, motivated, exceptional individuals, HMBC is a place you can put your skills to work, and we can accomplish something great together.\nSUMMARY\nThe Production Manager is responsible for the planning and execution of all production processes, as well as monitoring quality standards and costs and providing administrative support. Duties include, but are not limited to, inventory, production scheduling, team member scheduling, and team member organization.\nBENEFITS & PERKS\nSalary Range: $65,000-$80,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications, plus quarterly bonus potential based on applicable bonus program terms. \nInsurance: Health, Dental, and Vision available the first of the month following your start date; additional EAP, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Life Insurance options available.\nAdditional Benefits: Monthly cell phone stipend (opt-in), 401(k) available after 6 months, and employee discount.\nTime Off: PTO accrual increases with tenure, plus 5 recognized holidays per year and paid leave provided in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.\nGrowth: Supportive team environment with training and professional development opportunities\nPRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES\nCreate production schedules\nDaily reconciliation of all mix recipes in Flexibake\nDaily reconciliation of case counts in Flexibake\nOversee quality control throughout the entire production process\nEnsure all production is successfully completed in accordance with required deadlines\nMonitor the efficiency of production equipment\nConduct period-end inventory of all raw materials\nNotify Shipping and Receiving of any short or low raw material needs\nDirect the sanitation team as needed\nFill in as a working team member as needed\nEnsure all team members and supervisors are trained in accordance with/to company standards\nAttend and proactively contribute to weekly manager meetings\nHandle disciplinary conversations with employees and administer disciplinary action as appropriate\nCoach/mentor staff through active performance management\nOrganize and ensure efficiency of all production departments, including shipping and receiving\nEnsure production area is kept clean and organized at all times\nEnsure staff compliance with all GMP and SQF programs\nEnsure prompt notification to the Director of Operations of any production, equipment, staffing, or work-in-progress issues\nEnsure prompt reporting of all employee absences/tardiness to the Office Manager\nEnsure that racks and pans are always readily available to the table team \nREQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES\nExcellent communication skills (e.g., written, verbal, interpersonal)\nExcellent organizational skills and attention to detail\nExcellent time management skills with proven ability to meet deadlines\nCommonsensical with solution-focused skills and mindset\nAbility to remain flexible and work efficiently, effectively, collaboratively, and respectfully in a stressful, fast-paced environment\nAbility to make intelligent, logical, professional, quick decisions under pressure\nProven leadership skills, with a positive mentorship style that promotes personal responsibility, accountability, and a sense of pride in the work to be done\nProficient in all MS Office programs\nFamiliarity with Flexibake\nEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE\nHigh school diploma or equivalent\nFlexibility to work varying hours, overtime, and Saturdays as needed\nProficiency in all production processes and stations\nProficiency in the adjustment and programming of all bakery equipment\nProficiency in all proper sanitation standards for bakery equipment\nPrevious baking experience in a high-volume, fast-paced environment is required\nCORE VALUES EMBODIMENT\nBe - Self-disciplined, composed, outgoing, pleasant, polite, well-mannered, neat and clean in appearance (in uniform)\nHave - Strong initiative, leadership qualities, a positive demeanor, and a voice of reason\nAct - With integrity in all aspects of the job and hold people accountable to that same standard\nWORKING CONDITIONS\nMay occasionally need to work overtime and Saturdays to fulfill orders.\nHours will vary depending on the business and staffing needs\nExempt employees will work 40+ hours as necessary\nBe able to work on your feet for long periods of time (up to 12 hours)\nPosition requires prolonged standing, bending, stooping, twisting, and lifting products and supplies weighing up to 50 lbs., as well as repetitive hand and wrist motion\nWork with hot, cold, and hazardous equipment.\nPhysical Requirement & Frequency\nBend -Occasionally\nClimb/Crawl - Rarely\nSit - Rarely\nKneel - Rarely\nSquat - Occasionally\nStand/Walk - Constantly\nMental Requirements & Frequency\nCommunicate Orally: Constantly\nEvaluating: Frequently\nPerform Calculations: Occasionally\nRead/Comprehend: Regularly\nReason/Analyze: Regularly\nWrite: Occasionally\nHIRING PROCESS\nApplication Deadline: October 14th, 2026\nThis date represents our anticipated application deadline and may be extended based on business needs.\nInterested? Click \"apply now\" and include an updated resume for consideration. If we choose to proceed with your application, be on the lookout for a text or email from us to set up an initial interview.\nInternal Applicants: Current First Meridian Services employees must meet applicable internal transfer eligibility requirements to be considered for this opportunity. Generally, employees must have been in their current position for at least six months and have no disciplinary documentation within the previous six months. Please get in touch with your manager or HR with questions regarding eligibility.\nFirst Meridian is an Equal Opportunity employer. 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