Ready to run a fast-paced food production line?

At Aspire Bakeries in Chaska, MN, we’re looking for a 2nd-shift Line Leader who thrives on coaching teams, protecting food safety, and hitting daily targets. If you love solving problems and empowering people, let’s talk.

Why choose Aspire Bakeries?

• Inclusive culture: Work with a collaborative, diverse team that champions authenticity and growth.
• Health first: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus company-paid life insurance and optional extras.
• Balance: Paid parental leave, generous PTO, and holidays.
• Security: Competitive retirement plans with short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Career momentum: Training and development to help you level up.
• Smart benefits: HSA and FSA options.
• Recognition: Performance-based incentive programs celebrating team and individual wins.

What will you do?

• Direct daily production to meet safety, quality, productivity, and service goals.
• Lead and develop Team Members through training, coaching, and actionable feedback.
• Ensure adherence to food safety, quality, regulatory, and company policies.
• Drive continuous improvement to reduce cost, increase efficiency, and boost product quality.
• Analyze labor, material, and production data to hit targets and close gaps.
• Partner with QA, maintenance, and planning to resolve issues fast.
• Champion safety: identify hazards, investigate incidents, and implement corrective actions.

What do you need to bring?

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience in food manufacturing or a production environment.
• Strong people leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and training ability.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; able to learn ERP systems like SAP.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and work standing with bending, walking, and climbing.

What helps you stand out?

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Operations, Food Science, or related field.
• Experience in bakery, food manufacturing, or CPG.
• Continuous improvement leadership experience.
• Working knowledge of food safety/quality systems in regulated manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience with SAP or similar manufacturing ERP.

Schedule & Pay

• Shift: 2nd
• Weekend availability: Required
• Salary Range: $68,000- $85,000.00

If leading people and delivering consistent, high-quality results is your thing, your next chapter could start in Chaska with Aspire Bakeries.