BAKER’S INN Production Controller Applications are invited for the PRODUCTION CONTROLLER position within Baker’s Inn Retail Northern Region, Harare. The successful candidate will coordinate, monitor, and control daily production activities to ensure efficiency, optimal yield, accurate reporting, and compliance with company and statutory standards.
Duties and Responsibilities
The candidate will be required to take full charge of all key responsibilities that include but are not limited to the following: -Ensure machinery and operational equipment are in sound working condition before each shift and report defects to Maintenance. -Confirm availability of utilities and sufficient raw materials prior to production start. -Conduct pre-shift meetings to communicate targets and operational priorities. -Ensure employees report on time, in correct uniform, and understand assigned duties. -Raise GRVs for raw materials received and GNRs for returned materials. -Monitor raw material usage and reconcile against expected yields. -Ensure production targets are met within specified timeframes. -Record and verify all finished goods transferred to Packing or Dispatch. -Prepare and submit daily production and waste reports to the Bakery Manager. -Monitor yield performance and minimise variance between ideal and actual output. -Maintain accurate production records and documentation. -Enforce clean-as-you-go practices and ensure proper end-of-shift cleaning. -Ensure compliance with the Factories Act, Labour Act, Baking Industry CBA, recipe manuals, and SOPs. -Identify training needs and support performance appraisals in liaison with HR.
Qualifications and Experience
-The ideal candidate should be in possession of the following minimum qualifications: -Diploma or Degree in Baking Technology, Bakery Studies, Food Science, or related field. -Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a manufacturing or bakery production environment. -Strong understanding of production planning, yield control, stock management, and reporting systems. -Working knowledge of GMP and HACCP food safety standards. -Familiarity with Zimbabwean labour laws and the Baking Industry CВА. -Proficiency in MS Excel and basic production systems.
How to Apply
Send your CV & Cover Letter to: Email: [email protected] Closing date for applications is 1 March 2026.
